Zoey Erixon (she/they)
Feeling connected to your inner self is a true gift. Therapy can help uncover the internal and external stressors that stand in the way of authentic connection—both with yourself and others. Whether you’ve experienced trauma, loss, unexpected change, or feel weighed down by shame, sadness, overwhelm, or anxiety, compassionate support is available.
In my practice, you are seen as the expert on your own life. Therapy offers space to be heard, explore your sense of self and identity, and make meaning of your experiences. Together, we work to clear a path forward so you can reconnect with yourself and move toward healing. For many neurodivergent people, this process can also include gently unmasking and rebuilding self-trust.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor in the state of Iowa. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as psychodynamic, attachment-focused, relational-cultural, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), motivational interviewing, and feminist therapies.
I work with teens and adults and prioritize Health at Every Size (HAES) principles and gender-affirming care. I believe therapy works best when there is space for curiosity, collaboration, and honesty. Over time, a supportive therapeutic relationship can make it easier to explore difficult experiences, understand patterns in your life, and develop new ways of relating to yourself and others.
Areas of Focus
Trauma
Navigating stressful life experiences and the lasting impact of trauma through a compassionate lens.
Neurodivergence
Support for ADHD and neurodivergent individuals, focusing on unmasking and building authentic self-trust.
Anxiety & Stress
Addressing overwhelm, obsessive thoughts, and burnout to rebuild emotional resilience and clarity.
Identity
Exploring self-esteem, self-trust, and identity across various life transitions and experiences.
LGBTQ+ & Gender Identity
Gender-affirming care and support for LGBTQ+ clients
Body & Health
Prioritizing Health at Every Size (HAES) principles and addressing body image concerns with empathy.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Trauma-informed therapy often unfolds gradually. Early sessions focus on understanding your goals, learning about how trauma and stress affect the nervous system, and developing tools for emotional regulation.
As therapy progresses, we may explore experiences, patterns, and beliefs that continue to shape how you relate to yourself and others. Approaches such as EMDR can help process difficult memories so they feel less overwhelming and more integrated.
Over time, many people begin to experience greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.
INSURANCE
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, HealthPartners, Iowa Total Care, Wellpoint/Amerigroup, Aetna, Cigna, and Midlands Choice.
I welcome clients in the teenage and adult age groups across the state of Iowa via Telehealth or in my West Des Moines office. I have experience working with children and families and see some children on a limited basis as my schedule allows.
SESSION FEES
Mental Health Assessment
60 Minute Therapy Session
45 Minute Therapy Session
Sliding Scale Fee
$100 - $175
$210
$175
$120
