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My ideal client is someone navigating the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, or other challenges such as PTSD, ADHD, or stress-related disorders. They may struggle with emotional regulation, body disconnection, or feeling stuck in patterns tied to past experiences. They seek a safe space to explore how their history impacts their present and want support in reconnecting with their body, emotions, and sense of self. Their goals often include healing from trauma, building resilience, improving relationships, and regaining a sense of balance, empowerment, and well-being. I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from themselves find balance and healing. Using somatic, body-based therapy, I guide clients in tuning into their bodies, easing stress, and releasing what they’ve been carrying. My goal is to support lasting growth, resilience, and a deeper sense of peace in daily life. Imagine feeling more at peace, connected, and confident in yourself. Therapy can help you move toward that vision. Together, we’ll create a supportive space to release what’s weighing you down, build resilience, and open the door to growth, healing, and a more fulfilling life. Specialties: I help people work through trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and stress using somatic, body-based therapy. Together, we'll focus on understanding how your body holds past experiences, releasing what no longer serves you, and building tools for balance and resilience. Many clients leave therapy feeling calmer, more connected, and more confident in creating the life they want. Credentials & Experience: My master's training centered on trauma-informed care and somatic processing. As a social worker, I've supported people of all ages and needs, which helps me offer a compassionate, whole-person approach to healing and growth."
"Do you feel like stress, anxiety, or past experiences are living in your body and keeping you stuck? I specialize in somatic (body-based) trauma therapy to help you regulate your nervous system, release tension, and find more calm. My approach is gentle, compassionate, and tailored to your needs, blending somatic work with evidence-based tools to help you feel grounded and resilient."
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15 min · In Person
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Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · LISW
Denise Lee Thelander · Verified November 2025
Education and Years in Practice
Attended University of Northern Iowa, Master of Social Work in , Graduated 2021
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Membership from University of Northern Iowa
2005
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We accept insurance and verify benefits before your first session, so you'll know your exact cost upfront. If you're not using insurance, we'll review fees ahead of time, ensuring transparency and clarity so you can move forward with confidence
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Available for in-person sessions
2212 Pierce Street
Sioux City, IA, 51104 map
Do you feel like stress, anxiety, or past experiences are living in your body and keeping you stuck? I specialize in somatic (body-based) trauma therapy to help you regulate your nervous system, release tension, and find more calm. My approach is gentle, compassionate, and tailored to your needs, blending somatic work with evidence-based tools to help you feel grounded and resilient.
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