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Lacey Schmitt, LISW

Warm LISW supporting mood and trauma recovery
  • Experienced counselor
  • Hospice-informed care
  • Individualized approach

About Lacey Schmitt

Lacey Schmitt is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with more than six years of professional counseling experience. She has focused her work on mood disorders, trauma, aging and grief, providing support to teens, adults, and older adults. In addition to clinical counseling, she brings extensive experience from working as a social worker in hospice settings, which informs her approach to serious illness, end-of-life concerns, and bereavement.

Her therapeutic manner is warm and down-to-earth, and she draws on a variety of perspectives and techniques so that care can be tailored to each person’s needs. Lacey views therapy as a space where people can be their authentic selves, feel heard and accepted, learn practical skills, and pursue personal growth. She emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a central factor in positive change and aims to be clear, honest, and genuine while collaborating with clients to understand their situation and find workable solutions.

Lacey is committed to helping individuals navigate life transitions, process losses, manage mood and trauma-related symptoms, and strengthen coping strategies. She looks forward to supporting clients as they pursue the changes they want to make and build a meaningful path forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Sleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lacey Schmitt have?

She has 6 years of professional counseling experience.

Is Lacey Schmitt a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. Her license is listed as IA LISW 007844.

In which languages does Lacey Schmitt provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lacey Schmitt located?

She is located in Iowa.

How can I work with Lacey Schmitt as my therapist?

You can work with Lacey Schmitt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lacey Schmitt work with international clients?

No. She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lacey Schmitt cost?

Therapy cost can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their life best - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain regular care.

Therapists are licensed professionals, and if someone decides they would prefer a different fit, it is typically possible to switch providers. Online therapy offers an accessible option for people seeking support while balancing other commitments.

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