Stephanie Brey, LPCC

My approach to therapy is connective and relational, rooted in empowerment and collaboration with the client. In our work together, clients see themselves more clearly through curiosity, compassion, and humor. Within the therapeutic space, I incorporate techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy. I am also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which changes the way distressing memories are stored in the brain so they no longer trigger strong physical and emotional reactions.

My passion is providing therapy services to people who want to integrate their past experiences and future hopes into a new, empowered sense of self. This includes people experiencing the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, as well as those navigating life transitions such as parenthood, college, work changes, retirement, and relationship changes. I also have expertise in providing therapy to people in all stages of recovery from substance use, including those who are just beginning to explore the idea of changing their relationship to alcohol or drugs.

I believe that people need to understand and feel seen for who they are in this moment, in order to grow and change into who they want to be. In your work with me, we will identify what may be getting in the way of change in your life and get creative about how to overcome those barriers. We will dive into the stories you believe about yourself and get honest about how they influence your thoughts and behaviors. We will investigate how your actions are helping and hurting you, so you can be intentional about what you choose to do next. And through this exploration, we can create space for something new.

 
 

Education

 
  • Master of Arts Degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling

    University of Iowa

  • Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Theatre and French Language

    St. Ambrose University

    Minor in Music

 
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 Clinical Experience

 
  • NorthStar Regional

    Residential and intensive outpatient treatment programs specializing in the treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in adults.

  • Roots Recovery (now Roots Wellness Center)

    Intensive outpatient treatment program specializing in the treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in adults, with emphasis on systemic oppression and its impact on healing and wellness.

  • Mental Health Resources

    Non-profit specializing in community-based case management and mental health treatment for adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorders.

  • Johnson County Crisis Center (now CommUnity Crisis Services)

    Non-profit specializing in crisis stabilization, including a mobile crisis outreach team to respond in-person to high-risk crisis hotline calls.

  • Murray, Wilson, and Rose Counseling

    Mental health therapy clinic providing counseling and assessment services for adults, children, adolescents, and families.

  • Area Substance Abuse Council's Heart of Iowa

    Residential treatment program specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders in mothers and pregnant women.

  • Iowa Medical Classification Center (Oakdale Prison)

    Reception and classification center for all adult males entering the institutional corrections system in Iowa; provides as-needed mental health assessments, consultations, and therapy services for people incarcerated there.