Katherine (Katie) Strub , LMHC

Katherine (Katie) Strub is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Iowa with 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of concerns. She works with people facing trauma - including abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and first-responder stress - as well as depression, anxiety, relationship and family-of-origin issues, grief and loss, abandonment, and challenges common to LGBTQ+ clients. Her practice also addresses addictions, parenting and blended-family dynamics, intimacy and communication problems, anger and self-esteem struggles, ADHD and bipolar-related concerns, and many other life stressors.

Katie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and she integrates that work with approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and Motivational Interviewing. LMHC denotes a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - a credential that authorizes her to provide professional counseling services in Iowa. She emphasizes a tailored approach rather than a one-size-fits-all model, adapting methods to the individual needs and strengths of each person she sees.

Katie views therapy as a collaborative journey: clients set the direction while she offers guidance and support to help keep progress on track. Colleagues and clients frequently describe her as "real" - honest, approachable, and nonjudgmental - and she invites those ready to explore growth and healing to begin the work together.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Katherine blends EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a client-centered stance to support people remotely. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and reduce the emotional charge they carry, often used for survivors of abuse, neglect, and other traumatic events. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviors and improve mood, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration - the therapist provides a supportive environment that helps clients explore values, goals, and personal strengths.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Katherine works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Katherine is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make consistent care more accessible, allowing people to engage in therapy from home or on the go while keeping sessions practical and tailored to each person’s life.