About

Katherine (Katie) Strub is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Iowa with 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of concerns. She works with people facing trauma - including abuse, neglect, domestic violence, first responder trauma, symptoms meeting PTSD criteria, emotional abuse, grief, loss, and abandonment - as well as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family of origin issues, feelings of emptiness or invisibility, and concerns related to LGBT identity.

Katie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and integrates that approach with solution-focused, strength-based, relaxation and stress-management techniques, among other methods. She does not rely on a single model because she recognizes that each person brings a unique history and set of needs to therapy.

She believes people have the capacity for growth and healing, yet often encounter internal or external barriers that make progress difficult. Katie values partnering with clients on that healing journey and uses a bowling metaphor to describe the work - the client chooses the direction, ball, and force, while the therapist acts like the bumpers, guiding efforts and helping prevent setbacks.

Colleagues and clients commonly describe her as genuine and direct - she does not claim perfection and expects honest engagement from those she works with. She looks forward to meeting new clients and supporting them through their challenges.

Katie holds Iowa licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (IA LMHC 001141).

Location:
Iowa, United States
Years Experience:
15
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, LGBT, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Anger, Attachment issues, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Grief, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IA LMHC 001141
  • NPI Number: 1609005610
  • License: LMHC (Iowa) #001141 exp 2026-09-30

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether remote counseling truly helps. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is convenience and flexibility - clients can meet with a therapist in the format that fits their needs, whether by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to maintain consistent appointments and integrate therapy into a busy life.

All participating professionals are licensed therapists, and clients have the option to change therapists if they feel a different match would be better. For many people seeking support for everyday mental health challenges, online therapy is a practical and effective option.

How much experience does Katherine (Katie) Strub have?

Katherine (Katie) Strub has 15 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Katherine (Katie) Strub a licensed therapist?

Yes, Katherine (Katie) Strub is a licensed therapist with IA LMHC 001141.

In which languages does Katherine (Katie) Strub provide therapy?

Katherine (Katie) Strub provides therapy in English.

Where is Katherine (Katie) Strub located?

Katherine (Katie) Strub is located in Iowa.

How can I work with Katherine (Katie) Strub as my therapist?

You can work with Katherine (Katie) Strub through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Katherine (Katie) Strub 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, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.