Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins, LMHC

Compassionate LMHC specializing in trauma and relationships

Trauma and grief
Attachment focused care
CBT and DBT skills

About Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins

Jennifer "Jenna" Nevins is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Iowa who centers her work on building trusting therapeutic relationships as the foundation for growth. With five years of clinical experience, she blends empathy and practical tools to help people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, ADHD, and a range of related issues. Jenna emphasizes understanding symptoms in context so clients can both manage distress and explore underlying causes in a way that supports long-term wellbeing.

Her approach draws from client-centered principles that prioritize collaboration and respect for each person’s pace, alongside evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and EMDR when appropriate. Jenna aims to cultivate safety, curiosity, and agency in sessions, supporting clients to reconnect with choice and self-worth while learning skills for coping and change. She also works with complex topics like attachment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, and chronic illness.

Jenna creates a nonjudgmental space where showing up is recognized as meaningful and brave, and she partners with clients to reroute or reframe their path forward. She is not currently accepting clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins have?

Jennifer "Jenna" Nevins has five years of clinical experience.

Is Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are IA LMHC 099339.

In which languages does Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins located?

She is located in Iowa.

How can I work with Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins as my therapist?

You can work with Jennifer "Jenna" Nevins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Please note that she is not currently accepting clients.

Does Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins work with international clients?

Jennifer "Jenna" Nevins does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jennifer 'Jenna' Nevins 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that originate in early connections and helps people understand how those patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses. This approach can be useful for clients working through attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship struggles.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead to foster insight and self-directed growth. It supports people seeking to rebuild self-worth, make clearer choices, and explore what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while teaching skills for ongoing coping.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Jennifer works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines relational support with targeted techniques so clients feel heard and supported while learning skills for change.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and accessibility for those balancing work, family, or mobility concerns. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to engage in therapy in ways that fit everyday life.

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