Linda Dollen, LMHC
Compassionate Iowa counselor for life’s challenges
- Anxiety and stress support
- Relationships and communication
- Growth through transitions
About Linda Dollen
Linda Dollen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Iowa with 20 years of counseling experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. Her work centers on helping clients make sense of what they are going through - whether that involves anxiety, depression, relationship strain, or the desire for personal growth - and translating that understanding into practical, meaningful change.
She has a strong focus on concerns such as stress, communication difficulties, self-esteem, and major life transitions, and she aims to offer a steady, non-judgmental space where clients can speak openly and feel heard. Linda helps clients explore patterns that may be keeping them stuck, strengthen resilience, and build skills for navigating day-to-day pressures with greater clarity and confidence.
Her experience also includes supporting clients with social anxiety, workplace stress, family dynamics, and women’s mental health concerns. Linda tailors therapy to each individual, honoring personal background, beliefs, and goals while offering guidance that is both compassionate and grounded. Whether someone feels isolated, is searching for a stronger sense of purpose, or is working through significant change, she supports clients in moving toward healing and self-discovery.
She has a strong focus on concerns such as stress, communication difficulties, self-esteem, and major life transitions, and she aims to offer a steady, non-judgmental space where clients can speak openly and feel heard. Linda helps clients explore patterns that may be keeping them stuck, strengthen resilience, and build skills for navigating day-to-day pressures with greater clarity and confidence.
Her experience also includes supporting clients with social anxiety, workplace stress, family dynamics, and women’s mental health concerns. Linda tailors therapy to each individual, honoring personal background, beliefs, and goals while offering guidance that is both compassionate and grounded. Whether someone feels isolated, is searching for a stronger sense of purpose, or is working through significant change, she supports clients in moving toward healing and self-discovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Linda Dollen have?
Linda Dollen has 20 years of experience providing counseling and support.
Is Linda Dollen a licensed therapist?
Yes. Linda Dollen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Her Iowa license is IA LMHC 073540.
In which languages does Linda Dollen provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Linda Dollen located?
Linda Dollen is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Linda Dollen as my therapist?
You can work with Linda Dollen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Linda Dollen work with international clients?
No. Linda Dollen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Linda Dollen 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 tools and support that work well online
Linda Dollen draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and daily habits and practicing new ways of responding, which can be especially useful when stress, anxiety, low mood, or life transitions start to affect routines and relationships.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most to them. This approach can support people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from a sense of purpose, and it often emphasizes values-based choices and practical coping skills.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers structured skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be a good fit for clients who want concrete tools to manage intense emotions, reduce conflict, and communicate more effectively.
Linda views finding the right approach as a collaborative process. She works with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the pace and tools to fit their needs.
Online therapy also offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in a way that fits busy schedules and changing day-to-day demands.