Linda Dollen

Compassionate therapy grounded in practical tools

LMHC Iowa

Experience: 20 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Linda

Linda Dollen, LMHC, brings 20 years of clinical experience to her work with people facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

Background and approach

She focuses on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and family issues, addictions, trauma and grief, self-esteem, intimacy, sleep and eating problems, parenting and career concerns, and ADHD. Her background also includes attention to adoption and foster care matters, attachment and communication problems, caregiver stress, and other family of origin difficulties.

Her therapeutic stance blends evidence-informed strategies with an empathic, client-centered presence. Linda commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and existential approaches, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs while prioritizing clarity, skills-building, and values-based goals.

She emphasizes collaboration, helping clients develop practical coping tools, improve communication, and navigate major life transitions. Based in Iowa, Linda offers flexible session formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Her practice aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore patterns, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change over time.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning concrete strategies to change them; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many daily-life struggles. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying values, practicing acceptance of difficult internal experiences, and committing to meaningful actions, which can help with coping, motivation, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy centers on empathic listening and unconditional positive regard, creating a respectful space for people to explore feelings and build self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Linda works with each client to determine which methods or combination of approaches best fit their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, adjusting the work over time as needs change.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and maintain continuity of care across locations. These options support consistent access to licensed professionals and allow the therapeutic work to focus on skills, insight, and progress while accommodating different communication styles and day-to-day demands.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

Linda works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and intimacy-related concerns among others.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

Her style is collaborative and client-centered, using practical skills and reflective exploration to help clients set goals and make changes.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Linda has 20 years of experience providing counseling and psychotherapy to people with diverse concerns and life challenges.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is licensed as an LMHC with license number IA LMHC 073540 and practices in Iowa.

Does she work with non-English speakers or international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In which formats are sessions offered?

Linda provides therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How is pricing handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

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 disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Iowa

Languages

English