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Counseling & Trauma Therapy

Located in Cedar Rapids and North Liberty

Evergreen Therapy Center provides compassionate therapy and trauma counseling services in Cedar Rapids and North Liberty for individuals, couples, children, and families.

"Before you assist others, put your oxygen mask on first."

Prioritize your well-being. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s often difficult to live out, especially for those who spend their days caring for others. Whether you’re a parent, spouse, professional, or caregiver, it’s easy to put your own needs last. Over time, that can lead to burnout, overwhelm, anxiety, or feeling disconnected from yourself and the people around you.

How Can Therapy Help?

Therapy offers a space that’s just for you. A place to slow down, reflect, and better understand what you’re carrying. Together, we can work to build insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful, sustainable change.

Prioritizing your wellness isn’t selfish, it’s essential. When you feel more grounded, supported, and aligned, you’re better able to show up in your life and relationships as you intend.

At Evergreen Therapy Center, we provide professional therapy and trauma counseling services in Cedar Rapids and North Liberty, lowa. Our experienced therapists work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, relationship concerns, and major life changes.

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Depression Counseling & Therapy in Cedar Rapids & North Liberty
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The Evergreen Tree

Rooted in strength, resiliency and determination. The evergreen tree maintains its coloring and shape throughout all seasons, including dark  and harsh winter months. It stays firmly rooted, possessing a self-renewing energy, symbolizing stability and hope.

Why Choose Evergreen Therapy Center

Adult Therapy

Child and Teen Therapy

Couples Therapy

Meet Our Counselors

Autum Yarger, LMSW, MPH

I help adults, children, teens, and families using individual or family therapy. I use techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and circle of security (COS) to help my clients make meaningful changes.

Location: Cedar Rapids/North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 5 and older

Therapies: Individuals and Families

Cayla Smith, tLMFT

I practice from a systemic and holistic perspective, honoring how personal experiences, relationships, and cultural environments shape us. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, my client-centered approach is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration.

Location: North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 15 and older

Therapies: Individuals, Couples and Families

Christine Topping, LMFT

I coach individuals, couples, children and families on how to make meaningful change and address life’s challenges. I utilize many techniques such as solution-focused therapy (SFT) and parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT).

Location: Telehealth Only

Ages Treated: 3 and older

Therapies: Individuals, Couples and Families

Jason Drwal, Ph.D.

I specialize in treating trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked with hundreds of veterans and their families. I offer practical and actionable guidance to begin your journey to healing.

Location: North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 18 and older

Therapies: Individuals

Julie Jack, LMFT

I help individuals and couples through somatic interventions, mindfulness and integrative techniques. I am fluent in Spanish. Whether it’s daily stressors or significant trauma, I can help.

Location: Cedar Rapids/North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 18 and older

Therapies: Individuals and Couples

Julie Peterson, LISW

I work with individuals and couples. I specialize in grief and loss, trauma, relationships, anxiety and depression. I strive to create a relaxed, empathetic and healing environment.

Location: Cedar Rapids/North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 18 and older

Therapies: Individuals and Couples

Katie Burrell, LISW

I have worked in the field of social work for over 15 years. I am a strong believer in building on strengths and inner resources. I treat individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression and trauma.

Location: North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 18 and older

Therapies: Individuals

Kerstin Marnin, LISW

My passion is helping individuals, children and families. I am trained to utilize many techniques such as child-centered, solution-focused (SFT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). My therapeutic approach is genuine and empathetic.

Location: North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 5 and older

Therapies: Individuals and Families

Lexy Howell, LMFT, RPT

I take a strengths-based and holistic approach in working with children, teens and adults. As a Registered Play Therapist and theraplay-informed practitioner, I’m trained to incorporate strategies such as play and art.

Location: Cedar Rapids/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 3 and older

Therapies: Individuals, Couples and Families

Mallory Markwitz, LISW

I  take a collaborative, direct and trauma-informed approach when working with individuals and couples. Some of my techniques include solution-focused (SFT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

Location: Cedar Rapids/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 18 and older

Therapies: Individuals and Couples

Miranda Juarez, LISW

I work with children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in solution-focused therapy (SFT). I create a non-judgmental space for individuals and families to work toward their goals.

Location: Cedar Rapids/ North Liberty/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 9 and older

Therapies: Individuals and Families

Natalie Quinn, LISW

I work with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, domestic violence, stress and challenges with attention. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, direct and engaging.

Location: Cedar Rapids/Telehealth

Ages Treated: 18 and older

Therapies: Individuals

Testimonials

What Clients Are Saying

“Dr. Jason is very knowledgeable, caring and patient. He listens to understand and works with you to set goals and accomplish them.” Reviewer from healthgrades.com

"I met with Julie Peterson on a few occasions. Not only did she listen and validate me, but she helped me reframe my thoughts and feelings into moving forward for myself."
- Bryan R.

"We bring our daughter here for Play Therapy sessions and she absolutely loves her time with Lexy Howell. We can't thank her enough for the help and progress that she's made with our daughter. I highly recommend her!"
-Keegan P.

"Kerstin has such a gift for interacting with kids. I cannot thank her enough for all the work she puts into supporting my girls. I'm so appreciative of her!"
- ST

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