Emily Minear, LMHC
LMHC focusing on trauma and addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Addictions treatment
- CBT and mindfulness
About Emily Minear
Emily Minear is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Iowa with seven years of clinical experience. She brings a background that includes work in psychiatric hospital settings on adult and geriatric units, and she has provided care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Emily is certified and has extensive experience treating substance use and addictions, an area she approaches with particular commitment and depth of knowledge.
Her clinical focus encompasses a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, eating and sleep problems, and issues related to intimacy and self-esteem. She also works with complex presentations including bipolar disorder, anger, and coping with life transitions, and she addresses needs connected to codependency, chronic pain or illness, and caregiver stress. Emily uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person’s situation, drawing from several therapeutic approaches to support practical change.
Emily typically maintains a schedule that is concentrated in the mornings, and she draws on her prior inpatient experience to inform her work in outpatient settings. The LMHC credential indicates that she is a licensed professional trained to provide mental health counseling and related interventions.
Her clinical focus encompasses a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, eating and sleep problems, and issues related to intimacy and self-esteem. She also works with complex presentations including bipolar disorder, anger, and coping with life transitions, and she addresses needs connected to codependency, chronic pain or illness, and caregiver stress. Emily uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person’s situation, drawing from several therapeutic approaches to support practical change.
Emily typically maintains a schedule that is concentrated in the mornings, and she draws on her prior inpatient experience to inform her work in outpatient settings. The LMHC credential indicates that she is a licensed professional trained to provide mental health counseling and related interventions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Emily Minear have?
Emily Minear has seven years of professional experience in mental health care.
Is Emily Minear a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential. License details: IA LMHC 079101.
In which languages does Emily Minear provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Emily Minear located?
She is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Emily Minear as my therapist?
You can work with Emily Minear through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Emily Minear work with international clients?
Emily Minear does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Emily Minear 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 and Remote Care
Emily integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports personal growth and self-understanding - it can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, grief, and identity-related work. CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that examines patterns of thought and behavior to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress and to address problems like insomnia or unhelpful coping with substance use. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding techniques that can reduce reactivity to triggers and assist with trauma symptoms, anxiety, and chronic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Emily works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility - sessions can happen by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy mornings or varied schedules. Remote options can increase access to consistent support and allow clients to use strategies in their day-to-day environment while working toward their goals.