Kendra Covington, LMFT
Compassionate LMFT for families and relationships
- Relationship and family focus
- Trauma and intimacy support
- Flexible online sessions
About Kendra Covington
Kendra Covington is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Iowa with 15 years of professional experience. She specializes in supporting individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns, and also works with issues such as parenting, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include attachment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and infidelity concerns, and mood and veteran-related challenges.
Kendra approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect unique circumstances and goals. She draws on a range of evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. Seeking change takes courage, and Kendra frames her role as a source of support and empowerment for those taking the first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. As an LMFT, she brings clinical training in marriage and family therapy to collaborative work with clients.
Kendra approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect unique circumstances and goals. She draws on a range of evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. Seeking change takes courage, and Kendra frames her role as a source of support and empowerment for those taking the first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. As an LMFT, she brings clinical training in marriage and family therapy to collaborative work with clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTGriefAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)SexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kendra Covington have?
Kendra Covington has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Kendra Covington a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is listed as IA LMFT 000367.
In which languages does Kendra Covington provide therapy?
Kendra provides therapy in English.
Where is Kendra Covington located?
Kendra is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Kendra Covington as my therapist?
You can work with Kendra through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kendra Covington work with international clients?
Kendra Covington does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kendra Covington cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes because it emphasizes acceptance and practical behavioral steps.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationship patterns shape current connections and emotional responses. This approach can be especially helpful for those dealing with relationship struggles, intimacy issues, blended family concerns, or attachment-related distress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a skills-focused approach that identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches strategies to shift them. It is commonly applied to depression, anxiety, mood regulation, and problem-solving in daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Kendra works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the plan over time, combining elements from different approaches as appropriate to support growth and change.
Online therapy sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, maintain continuity of care, and access support from wherever the client is located within the therapist's service area.