Creating a Path for a Peaceful Mind

Echo Kent, is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years, becoming a therapist in 2013. Echo received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Iowa State University and a Bachelor's in Criminology from University of Northern Iowa and went on to receive a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University. Echo provides outpatient therapy services to individuals, couples and families focusing on trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, depression, and anxiety. Echo utilizes an Experiential approach and is trained in IFS, EMDR and IFIO (Intimacy from the Inside Out). In addition, Echo offers clinical supervision to temporary licensed or fully licensed marriage and family therapists or mental health counselors.

Ashley is a Temporary Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that therapeutic change happens together—through collaboration, authenticity, humor, and connection. Drawing from a humanistic and experiential approach, she works to create a safe, affirming space where individuals, partners, and families can explore their stories, embrace growth, and work toward healing. Ashley (a lifelong Cyclone fan) earned her Bachelor’s degree from Iowa State University before completing her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy at Mount Mercy University. Before becoming a therapist, Ashley worked in domestic violence survivor advocacy and with youth in residential treatment, experiences that deepened her commitment to helping people feel safe, seen, and empowered. Her clinical interests include working with children and adolescents, premarital and couples counseling, queer and trans experiences, and supporting those healing from religious trauma. Ashley especially loves helping clients navigate identity, relationship dynamics, and family systems with compassion and creativity. Outside the therapy room, Ashley finds joy in time with her loved ones and her dogs, Bee and Miggy. She loves connecting with her community, exploring the Midwest music scene, and is continually inspired by kindness, storytelling, and the ways people make meaning in their lives.

Brandon Schmidt is a temporary Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Brandon holds a Master’s Degree in Cognitive Neuroscience from the University of Iowa and Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Bradley University. Brandon enjoys working with individuals dealing with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

Caroline Gimarc is a tLMFT who graduated from Kansas State University with her PhD in Couple and Family Therapy and Texas Tech University with her master's degree in Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy. Caroline enjoys working with couples, individual adults, and adolescents 14 and over. Her clinical interests include grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and major life transitions. Caroline utilizes experiential and emotionally focused approaches when working with clients. Caroline has evening and weekend availability.

Catherine Vander Zee is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who has completed her Bachelor's in Social Work from the University of Iowa and her Master's in Social Work from Colorado State University. She specializes in working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Catherine is trained in various therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focus. By integrating these approaches, she strives to help individuals overcome their challenges and improve their overall mental health and well-being.

Elizabeth Miller-White, MA, tLMFT is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Elizabeth believes each client is the expert in their own lives. Elizabeth enjoys working with adult individuals, children 7 and up, and couples. Elizabeth's interests include depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, ADHD, attachment issues, domestic abuse, eating disorders and couple issues including discernment counseling. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques including Collaborative, Solution-Focused, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Sand Tray and Play Therapy.

Gillian Murray is a Temporary Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (tLMFT). Gillian enjoys working with clients ages 14 and up, families and couples. She utilizes an experiential approach with clients and has a special interest in working with those who experience depression, anxiety, and relational issues.

Jason Fiala is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family therapist (tLMFT). He graduated from Mount Mercy University with his Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is currently in their PhD program. He collaborates with individuals, children ages 10 and older, and couples. Jason practices from an attachment based experiential lens. He employs therapeutic approaches and techniques from Symbolic Experiential Family therapy, Emotionally Focused therapy, Solution Focused therapy, Systemic Sex therapy, and Person-Centered Exploration and Play therapy. He works with all psychological and relationship obstacles as he fully believes that every person is deserving and worthy of love, belonging, and being seen. Autism and neurodivergent welcome. LGBTQIA+ affirming. FetishLife affirming.

Jordan Arneson is a is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family therapist (tLMFT). He graduated from Mount Mercy University with his Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Jordan works with individuals of all ages, couples and families. He utilizes a systemic and attachment based lens. Jordan is currently accepting new clients.

Katie Moon is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Clinical Supervisor. Katie received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Coe College and a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She has been working in the mental health field since 2005 and has been licensed since 2012. Katie works with adolescents (14 +) and adults using cognitive behavioral and solution focused approaches. Clinical interests include depression, anxiety, and stress management. Currently welcoming new clients.

Katie Taylor is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Katie graduated from Mount Mercy University with her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Katie enjoys working with a wide range of populations and ages using a Solution Focused therapy approach. Katie has special interest in working with teenagers and parents.

Megan Crawford is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Megan received a Bachelor of Arts’s degree in Psychology from Loras College and a Master of Arts Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Ball State University. Megan provides outpatient therapy services to adults 18+ focusing on Anxiety, career stress/direction, work/life blend, parenting/co-parenting, depression, divorce, faith/spirituality exploration, family/friends of individuals struggling with addiction, identity/personality exploration, phase of life transitions, postpartum and perinatal depression, relationships, self-esteem, stress, assertiveness, and boundary-setting. Megan utilizes various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solutions Focused, Experiential Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy. Megan is currently welcoming new clients.

Rebecca Long is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (t-LMFT). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of Northern Iowa and a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University. She is trained in the EFIT approach to individual therapy and EFT approach to couples therapy, as well as advanced training in the treatment of trauma (including racial trauma). Rebecca works with teens age 13+, adults of all ages, and those in relationships of any form. Her clinical interests include discernment counseling and divorce, LGBTQIA+, marginalized populations, men's mental health, PTSD, and self-harm/suicidal ideation. While Rebecca's approach to therapy is primarily attachment-based with somatic awareness, she adapts her practice using a range of research-based approaches to meet each client's needs.

Tiara Munoz is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family therapist (tLMFT). Tiara received both her Bachelors and Masters at Mount Mercy University, receiving her Bachelors in Criminal Justice and Psychology and Master's in Marriage and Family therapy. As an experiential therapist, Tiara is dedicated to creating safe and brave spaces where individuals, couples, and families can authentically connect with their emotions. Tiara's approach centers on the belief that healing happens through direct emotional experience and expression. By fostering trust, curiosity, and compassion, Tiara works to support clients in exploring their inner worlds, deepening relationships, and finding new ways of being. Whether working through past trauma, navigating conflict, or building emotional resilience, Tiara works to guide clients with presence and care as they reclaim their voices and create meaningful change.

Lindsay Powers is a student counseling intern. She will graduate from Upper Iowa University with her Masters in Mental Health Counseling in December. Lindsay offers counseling service at a pro bono or reduced rate. Lindsay works with individuals ages 6 and up.

Kama Meyer is our administrative assistant at PMC. Kama manages scheduling, client communications, office operations, and assists with billing to help ensure the office runs smoothly.