Counseling in Cedar Rapids
for
Anxiety, Trauma & Overwhelmn
Hey there, I’m Amity Olson, LCSW, a Certified EMDR Therapist here in Iowa, along with Delaware, Florida, and Wisconsin.
Counseling in Cedar Rapids That Feels Supportive, Not Judgmental
If you feel like you're doing everything for everyone and still coming up short, I’m here to tell you—you're not failing. You're carrying more than most people can even imagine, and it’s okay to ask for help.
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I want you to know—I get it. I’ve been where you are (and always will be, to some degree), navigating the overwhelming responsibility of being a mom, trying to manage the needs of your family, and constantly questioning if you’re doing enough.
You Don’t Have to Be “Crisis-Level” to Deserve Support
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As a mom and a therapist, I understand the weight of what it means to raise a child with food allergies. I know how it feels to carry the constant fear, guilt, and frustration that come with ensuring your child’s safety in a world that doesn’t always understand what you’re going through. But beyond all the stress and worry, I also know that as a mother, you deserve to feel like yourself again.
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That’s why I specialize in helping moms just like you reclaim their authenticity, step out of survival mode, and heal from the emotional weight of living with constant anxiety and hypervigilance. Through EMDR Intensive Therapy, I work with women who are ready to break the cycle of shame, guilt, and fear that has kept them stuck in the past. Together, we’ll explore what it means to put you back at the center of your life—while still being the amazing mom you are.
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I’ve made it my mission to support women finding their authenticity and women healing from the trauma of raising children with food allergies and all the challenges that come with it. I believe you deserve to live a life where you feel grounded, confident, and emotionally at peace—no longer carrying the weight of everyone else’s expectations or societal pressure.
This Is Counseling for People Who Are Tired of Holding It All Together
My approach is real, honest, and rooted in a deep understanding of what it takes to heal from trauma, especially for moms raising children with food allergies.
I specialize in EMDR Intensive Therapy, a powerful tool that helps you break free from the shame, guilt, and anxiety that come from living in survival mode. I work with women who are ready to reclaim their authenticity, heal from the emotional weight of being all the things to all the people, and create a future where they are no longer stuck in the past.
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What makes my approach unique is that I’m not here to just “talk through” your problems. I’m here to help you feel better—right now. EMDR therapy allows us to target the root of the trauma without needing to re-live painful experiences. Through deep, transformative work, we’ll help you build a new relationship with your emotions, shift out of hypervigilance, and start living with confidence and authenticity.
Services
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of therapy do you offer as a therapist in Cedar Rapids? I specialize in EMDR therapy and motivational interviewing, helping women process shame, anxiety, and emotional wounds in a safe, structured way.
Do I have to be in Cedar Rapids to work with you? Yes and no. I am licensed in Florida, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Delaware, so I can only provide therapy to residents of these states. If must physically be in one of those states in order for us to work together or meet.
How do I know if therapy is right for me? If you feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt, guilt, or anxiety—especially as a mom—therapy can help you break free. Let’s talk in a free consultation to see if we’re the right fit.