About

Hello, my name is Natalie Snyders and I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Des Moines, IA and providing therapy statewide via telehealth. I work with adults 18 + and specialize in treating those with depression, anxiety, stress and life adjustments. I love working with clients in a holistic and “systems” oriented way, by looking at the whole person: body, mind and spirit. Meeting people where they are and encouraging a non-judgmental and safe space is at utmost importance in my practice. My approach I work with people under the structure of Person-Centered Therapy and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and also incorporate other mindfulness approaches. I am trauma-informed and believe adverse life experiences can continue to cause pain until processed fully. I am trained in Eye-Movement-Desensitization and Reprocessing and incorporate those techniques when appropriate. My focus I have experience working with adults of all ages and my clients tend to be highly sensitive and empathic people who are having current adjustment issues; have experienced past trauma they are having difficulty moving past. I have worked with those with depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance use issues. I also enjoy assisting those struggling in relationships and skills based approaches to communication. My communication style My style is warm, authentic and down to earth. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for clients to feel open and at ease. I believe a sense of humor can be a valuable healing tool, when appropriate. My journey to mental healthcare My career goals have always stemmed from being in service to others and fulfilling a need to make the world around me better. Being a therapist and providing a healing space for others is great joy and an honor. I am truly grateful to serve others in this capacity. My goals for you You are the primary expert on you own life and what you want to gain from therapy.