Congratulations on taking the courageous first step toward living your dream life! I would be honored to be chosen as your guide. Considering therapy is a big decision, and I want you to feel comfortable, supported, and confident about the care you receive. On this page, you’ll learn more about who I am, my background, and how I can support you on your journey to emotional well-being.
Getting to Know Me
Hi, I'm Joleen Crook Frideres
I’m a licensed mental health therapist based in Iowa, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve greater emotional balance. My approach to therapy is compassionate, client-centered, and evidence-based, focusing on creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
With 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I specialize in helping clients overcome a variety of struggles, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and stress.
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and am here to provide you with the support and tools you need to heal and grow.
I believe that every person has the capacity for growth and healing, and my role as your therapist is to guide and support you on that journey.
My Credentials
- 25 years providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples, & families
- Licensed Mental Health Therapist – Iowa
- B.S. in Psychology & Criminal Justice – Iowa State University, Ames, IA
- Masters in Public Administration (MPA) – University of Nebraska, Omaha, NE (CACREP)
- Nationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC III) 15+ Year 1990-2006
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Attained National standards in education, experience, & conduct as established by counseling professionals. Board certification through NBCC helps others recognize your achievement and indicates that you value continued compliance with ethical standards & professional development.
Living My Dream Life...And Helping You Live Yours
I’m a licensed mental health therapist, international addictions expert, bestselling author, and coach who has been helping people build healthy, fulfilling lives for over 25 years.
But it wasn’t always this way. Early in my career, I found myself caught in a web of professional chaos. I was defrauded, deceived, and unjustly terminated. With help, I climbed my way out. I healed.
Because of that lesson, I have dedicated my life to helping others overcome life’s stressors and mental health struggles.
Read the full story in my chapter of Against All Odds, the book I was thrilled to co-author with one of my personal development mentors, Lisa Nichols.