Christopher Sharpe
14+ years experience

Christopher Sharpe

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

·LISW, LCSW
14+ years experience
West Des Moines, IA, United States
$130
Accepting clients

About

Nice to meet you — I’m glad you’re here. Taking the step to explore therapy is an investment in yourself, and it’s one that can truly change your quality of life. Therapy is a space to slow down, feel supported, and build tools that make life more manageable. I use evidence‑based and person‑centered approaches to help you strengthen confidence, reduce stress, and improve your quality of life. Whether you’re facing anxiety, trauma, or major life changes, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we’ll work toward feeling more grounded and capable. I offer individual therapy using structured and eclectic approaches including: - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) - Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) -Hypnotherapy - Substance Use counseling and education Always trauma informed and tailored to you. We all feel overwhelmed sometimes. You may be haunted by painful memories or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Even “solutions” can become problems. Let’s take a look together—with another set of eyes—and explore what truly works for you. You’re not alone. We’re in this together. Specialties: I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, and/or substance use issues which are negatively affecting their relationships, employment, or self image. I use a person centered approach. In our collaboration we will explore tools and education that can help you discover different perspectives on people, places, things, and yourself!" Credentials & Experience: I have many years of experience helping adults and veterans who are having mental wellness challenges. I'm licensed in Iowa and Alaska, and have been certified as a Master Addictions Counselor (MAC) by the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC).

"I offer Evidence Based Therapies which are structured; and I also offer eclectic approaches. I offer Values and Mindfulness based therapies, Cognitive and Behavioral therapies that help you find meaning and purpose, and support positive actions which improve your mood. Your experience will be centered on what problem areas you want to work on."

I work with

Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults
Seniors
Seniors

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

AddictionAnger ManagementAnxiety
Bipolar DisorderCodependencyDepressionDrug AbuseDual DiagnosisEmotional DisturbanceLife CoachingLife TransitionsMen's IssuesObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Racial IdentitySleep or InsomniaStressSubstance UseVeteransMood DisordersThinking Disorders

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Person-Centered
Trauma Focused
Motivational Interviewing
Existential
Positive Psychology
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Multicultural
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Psychoanalytic
Hypnotherapy
Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
Dialectical (DBT)

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online, In Person

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online, In Person

$130

Sliding scale available.

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · LISW, LCSW

Christopher Sharpe · Verified April 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended Walden University, MSW in , Graduated 2015

Insurance & Policies

Accepts insurance

I am in-network for many insurance carriers like Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Oxford, and United Healthcare. I am credentialed with Optum/VA Care in the Community Network. Please reach out with any questions, I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.

Payment Methods

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Amex
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Visa

Location

Metachange Therapy

West Des Moines, IA, 50265

United States

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I offer Evidence Based Therapies which are structured; and I also offer eclectic approaches. I offer Values and Mindfulness based therapies, Cognitive and Behavioral therapies that help you find meaning and purpose, and support positive actions which improve your mood. Your experience will be centered on what problem areas you want to work on.

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$130 Per Session
Accepts insurance

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