Welcome to Collective Hearts Counseling
Child Therapy in Iowa In-Person and Telehealth Sessions Available
Where Hearts Connect, and Healing Begins
Parenting a struggling child can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to face it alone.
At Collective Hearts Counseling, I offer a calm, caring space where children feel understood and parents feel supported. Together, we’ll help your child find their voice, manage big emotions, and bring more peace and connection back to your family.
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Play Therapy
Children communicate through play long before they have the words to express what they feel. Play therapy offers a safe, supportive space for kids to work through big emotions, build coping skills, and heal from challenges like anxiety, anger, or grief.
At Collective Hearts Counseling play becomes a path toward understanding and growth — in person or online across Iowa.
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EMDR
When a child has experienced something stressful or overwhelming, those memories can get “stuck,” affecting how they feel and behave. EMDR therapy helps gently process those experiences, reducing anxiety and restoring a sense of safety and calm.
At Collective Hearts Counseling we use EMDR in a child-friendly, creative way offer in person sessions in Cedar Rapids area or through telehealth for families anywhere in Iowa.
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Caregiver Support
Parenting a struggling child can feel heavy and isolating, but you don’t have to do it alone. Caregiver sessions provide a space for understanding your child’s emotions, learning new ways to connect, and finding balance in your own journey.
How Play Therapy Helps Children Heal and Grow
Play therapy gives children a safe, supportive space to explore big emotions, build confidence, and make sense of their world all through the language of play.
At Collective Hearts Counseling in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, play therapy helps children:
Learn to name and manage strong feelings like worry, sadness, or anger
Develop problem-solving, coping, and social skills
Strengthen relationships with parents and caregivers
Heal from difficult experiences such as loss, trauma, or major life changes
Feel seen, heard, and understood — just as they are
Play therapy can support children facing challenges such as:
Anxiety or frequent worries
Emotional outbursts or difficulty managing anger
Grief, loss, or family transitions
Attention or behavior challenges
Trouble making or keeping friends
Stressful or confusing experiences that have left lasting effects
Every child’s story is unique, and play therapy meets them right where they are. Through gentle guidance and connection, children begin to discover healthier ways to express themselves, find calm, and reconnect with their sense of joy.
We offer in-person play therapy in Cedar Rapids and the surrounding area and telehealth sessions for families across Iowa, so your child can receive care and support in the way that feels best for your family.
Meet Jenny
Child Therapist
Welcome! I am a child therapist that has been working with children and families in Iowa since 2015.
I believe healing starts with trust, safety, and connection. Therapy with me is playful, empowering, and personalized to your child’s needs.
Collective Hearts Counseling is a calm, welcoming space designed to help children and families feel safe, supported, and understood. Take a look inside our office and see where healing and growth begins.
Inside Collective Hearts Counseling
Most insurances accepted including:
