Shawn Stepp
35+ years experience

Shawn Stepp

Counselor

·LMHC, CADC, LCPC
35+ years experience
Iowa City, IA, United States
$160 - $165
Accepting clients

About

If you’re reading this, the chances are you’re hurting. Maybe depression is making it hard to get through the day. Maybe anxiety has you feeling tense and on edge. Or maybe you’re caught in a cycle with alcohol or other substances and you’re tired of fighting it on your own or you are in a codependent relationship with an alcoholic/addict. Whatever brought you here, you’re not broken and you most certainly are not alone. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). I work with adults — individuals and couples — who are ready to make changes. My approach is simple: I talk directly to your pain. Together we’ll explore what’s going on beneath the surface, find patterns that aren’t serving you, and build practical skills to help you start feeling better. Don't let fear keep you stuck. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, or struggles in your relationship, therapy with me is a place where you’ll be heard and supported. You’ll have space to speak openly, to feel your feelings, and to learn new ways of coping. If you’re ready to stop carrying everything alone, reach out. We’ll figure out what’s keeping you stuck. Specialties: I work with clients that may be struggling with depression, anxiety and other mood issues. I also work with addictions. We will work together to determine what your goals are for counseling. Therapy doesn't have to feel scary or intimidating. The first step seems the hardest, but you are worth it. Credentials & Experience: I have 30 years of experience working with adults. I'm licensed in Iowa and Kansas and have credentials as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

I work with

Couples
Couples
Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults
Seniors
Seniors

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

AddictionADHDAlcohol Use
Anger ManagementAnxietyBipolar DisorderBorderline PersonalityChronic RelapseCodependencyCoping SkillsDepressionDrug AbuseMarital and PremaritalObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Personality DisordersRelationship IssuesStressSubstance UseWomen's IssuesImpulse Control DisordersMood DisordersThinking Disorders

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
EMDR
Person-Centered
Relational
Strength Based
Motivational Interviewing
Eclectic
Family / Marital
Hypnotherapy
Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online, In Person

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online, In Person

$165

Couples Therapy

50 min · Online, In Person

$160

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · LMHC, CADC, LCPC

Shawn Stepp · Verified May 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended Emporia State University, in , Graduated 1991

Additional Credentials

Membership from Iowa State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners

2003

Insurance & Policies

Does not accept insurance

Payment Methods

Cash
HSA
Mastercard
Visa

Location

Primary

Insights Counseling and Hypnotherapy

Iowa City, IA, 52240

United States

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Secondary Office

Insights Counseling and Hypnotherapy Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

United States

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

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I see couples and individual
$160 - $165 Per Session
Does not accept insurance

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