Amy Louis, LMHC
Iowa LMHC supporting growth and resilience
- Stress and anxiety
- Family and relationships
- Trauma and healing
About Amy Louis
Amy Louis is a licensed mental health counselor in Iowa with 18 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, grief, body image concerns, identity questions, and the everyday challenges that can wear on resilience. Trained in a graduate program in counseling psychology, she brings a foundation of clinical knowledge to work collaboratively with individuals and families to identify goals and develop practical strategies for change.
Amy emphasizes a strengths-based, positivity-oriented stance and centers care on each person's unique needs - an approach she often describes as you-centered. She draws from multiple therapeutic methods to craft an individualized plan that promotes balance, builds confidence, and supports recovery from addictions, mood difficulties, parenting stress, caregiver strain, and life transitions. Her work also addresses intimacy and relationship concerns, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, career issues, and challenges related to aging and end-of-life care.
Known for encouraging clients to reengage with life and find enjoyment, Amy focuses on helping people move forward in ways that feel meaningful and manageable. As an LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she combines clinical training with a warm, pragmatic style aimed at helping clients live the lives they want.
Amy emphasizes a strengths-based, positivity-oriented stance and centers care on each person's unique needs - an approach she often describes as you-centered. She draws from multiple therapeutic methods to craft an individualized plan that promotes balance, builds confidence, and supports recovery from addictions, mood difficulties, parenting stress, caregiver strain, and life transitions. Her work also addresses intimacy and relationship concerns, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, career issues, and challenges related to aging and end-of-life care.
Known for encouraging clients to reengage with life and find enjoyment, Amy focuses on helping people move forward in ways that feel meaningful and manageable. As an LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she combines clinical training with a warm, pragmatic style aimed at helping clients live the lives they want.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Young adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amy Louis have?
Amy Louis has 18 years of experience.
Is Amy Louis a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: IA LMHC 00845.
In which languages does Amy Louis provide therapy?
English.
Where is Amy Louis located?
Iowa.
How can I work with Amy Louis as my therapist?
You can work with Amy Louis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amy Louis work with international clients?
Yes, Amy Louis works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amy Louis cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Delivered Online
Amy commonly integrates client-centered therapy, which prioritizes the person's perspective and strengths to create a supportive space for exploring values and goals. This approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, identity work, and the everyday challenges that get in the way of living well.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop skills to change behaviors and manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. When helpful, Amy incorporates mindfulness therapy techniques that teach present-moment awareness and coping strategies to reduce rumination and support emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Amy works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then adapts methods to fit each person. She aims to create a plan that feels realistic and meaningful rather than rigid or one-size-fits-all.
Online therapy offers flexible options for connecting - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - so people can engage in care around work, family, or mobility constraints. These formats make regular, consistent support more accessible and allow therapists and licensed professionals to focus on progress in ways that fit a client’s life.