The town of Ralston, Nebraska was established in 1907 by George L. Miller, who bought over 280 acres of land. The following year, Roy N. Towl bought the town from Miller but the city was not formally incorporated until June 24, 1912. A large tornado tore through the town on Easter in 1913 and a devastating fire destroyed half a city block in 1934, but the town is still standing.

No matter what life throws at you, it is important to know that you have help backing you up. If you have any mental or emotional concerns, there are many mental health care experts in the Ralston area who can help. Just reach out and contact one of the counselors today.

Psychologist Kimberly Zueter providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Kimberly Zueter

Clinician
License Type(s): LIMHP,LMHP,PLADC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
8 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner from Nebraska. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and families in various capacities. I have been a therapist for 5 years working primarily with individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues. I have worked in a small private practice, residential facilities and in a corrections setting. The individuals, couples and families that I have worked with have had a wide range of concerns to include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, communication, parenting issues, addiction, difficulties with adjustment as will as those individuals with significant mental health issues. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect regardless of the issues. My style of counseling is solution focused. I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Based Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I will tailor my style of therapy to meet your specific needs. This is your therapy and you know yourself best. Reaching out for assistance, for some, takes a tremendous amount of courage. By reaching out, you have made yourself important! What a great step! I am here to support and empower you and I really look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Kim

Psychologist Davina Borges providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Davina Borges

Clinician
License Type(s): LIMHP,CPC,RYT-200
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am a clinical mental health counselor licensed in Nebraska. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is honest and collaborative. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and sensory-based techniques. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Kristin Kirby providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Kristin Kirby

Clinician
License Type(s): LMHP
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteem
5 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) in the state of Nebraska. I have been practicing for 5 years with adults and children. I am an open minded, accepting and compassionate therapist. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and doing couples and family counseling. I will make a treatment plan that will meet your needs and fit your goals you are wanting to complete. My therapy approach is a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, Solution Focused Therapy, and Reality Therapy.

Psychologist Delores "Dee" Willits-Rahrs providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Delores "Dee" Willits-Rahrs

Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LIMHP,LMHP
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes
31 years offering treatment

I hope as you read my profile, you will know that if you decide to work with me, I will give you my respect, encouragement, and share my knowledge with you. Our sessions will be focused on finding solutions to your issues, whatever they might be. I am an independent licensed mental health counselor, and have worked in the field for over twenty years. During that time, I have worked with individuals, couples that are together, and couples that are separated. I have worked with families coping with addiction, and many individuals coping with mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, OCD, ADHD, to mention a few. Sometimes problems were precipitated by life changes such as : loss of loved one, health , financial issues, and work and family conflicts. My approach is client-centered which was Carl Rogers' approach, simply "make friends". I want my clients to feel emotionally safe and know that we are in this recovery together. We assess the problem and make the treatment plan together. I also use Reality Therapy which helps them assume responsibility for their choices and actions and as they learn this, make better decisions going forward. CBT and RET are two more modalities that I find useful. All these are helpful tools for clients, but I find it's important to teach clients the art of forgiveness for others and themselves, "acceptance ". Add a dose of humor now and then, and life feels much lighter and worth living!! Clients actually look forward to their sessions. I hope you'll consider coming in to work together. Degrees: BS, MS, Licenses: LMHP 1510, LIMHP 1233 State of Nebraska

Psychologist Jessica Smeal providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Jessica Smeal

Clinician
License Type(s): LMHP,LADC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
16 years offering treatment

I am an LMHP and LADC with 13 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of settings and levels of care ranging from corrections to long-term co-occurring facilities to outpatient. I currently work with adults ages 19+. My clients include those who have mood disorder concerns, personality disorder concerns, drug and alcohol use issues, trauma related issues, and anxiety concerns. I have training in REBT, CBT, DBT (individual and skills group), and EMDR. I believe everyone is different and everyone has individual needs. Therefore I take a focused or eclectic approach with each of my clients to meet those individual needs. My philosophy for therapy and counseling is that it is the client who determines their course and I help them on their way. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Monica Massengale providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Monica Massengale

Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LIMHP
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGrief
4 years offering treatment

I don’t see myself as a “therapist.” I see myself as support. Someone you can talk to. I want to help you find purpose and happiness in your life. You are struggling. I know you are. I want to help you find balance and be successful in your future. I have a strong desire to help people through therapy and education. I want to teach you the skills you need to help yourself. I have experience working with all different types of symptoms. I like to get to know people. I like when people get their “ah-ha” moment—when they light up and figure it out. You will do the work, and I will get to be there for it. That’s why I do what I do. I have experience in many different areas of clinical work. I volunteered in a hospice clinic for about one year. I was able to sit next to people in their final moments. Working with those families was the most rewarding experience because I got to be there with the people they love when they couldn’t. Working people who impacted by death and dying is my truest passion. I have almost two years’ experience working at an addiction center/homeless center working with individuals and running groups. This is not my passion, but I met several colleagues, and I learned a ton about myself as a therapist and as a person here. I worked at a therapy agency for three years. I worked with families, survivors of abuse, and children. I used trauma-focused processed to help my clients manage symptoms and develop healthy coping skills to thrive. I decided to leave this agency because it also wasn’t my passion. Additionally, I wanted to be home more to be with my family. My therapy approach is non-judgmental, kind, gentle, and goal driven. I can help you help you see both sides of any situation and find the answers you already have inside of you, by listening and helping you to be rational. I will help you keep moving and growing in your life. I can help you acknowledge good and bad feelings and validate them. I will also teach you to accept them as feelings and not fact. Together, we can sort this out.

Psychologist Alexandra Madsen providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Alexandra Madsen

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Nebraska with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Brenda Ticknor providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Brenda Ticknor

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Iowa and Nebraska with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Misty Warren providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Misty Warren

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Iowa and Nebraska with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Dr. Sha-Rhonda Green providing different types of therapy in Ralston

Dr. Sha-Rhonda Green

Clinician
License Type(s): PhD,LCSW, LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
21 years offering treatment

Welcome, I'm Dr. Green. I provide only individual virtual online therapy to women. This is a sacred space for women to empower, heal, and rise. As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) since 2004, I've devoted my career to supporting women's wellness. My research expertise lies in the intricate lives of Black women, exploring the intersections of multiple roles and well-being. I am deeply committed to empowering Black women, recognizing the profound impact of intersecting systems of oppression, including racism, sexism, and other forms of marginalization, on their lives and well-being. I draw upon a trauma-informed care approach, integrating elements of: - Strengths-Based: Empowering your resilience and capabilities - Solution-Focused: Collaborating to achieve your goals - Rational-Emotive: Challenging negative thought patterns - Client-Centered: Honoring your autonomy and self-direction - Cognitive Behavioral: Reframing thoughts, feelings, and actions Together, we'll navigate life's complexities, fostering growth, resilience, and radiant well-being. This is a safe haven for women to share, discover, and thrive – mind, heart, and spirit.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Ralston?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Ralston that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Ralston available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Ralston therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Ralston therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Ralston region and in the state of Nebraska.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Ralston can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Ralston may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Ralston offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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