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Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center announces

After a half century, we are now Mind & Spirit Counseling Center!

Help us continue providing care to those who can not afford mental health services.

We provide a holistic approach to those in need of hope and healing.

Mind & Spirit Counseling Center offers high-quality mental health services to people from all walks of life, including those who are uninsured, underinsured or from low-income households.

You can give hope and healing to someone in need of mental health services.

Support the Center’s mission to ensure everyone, regardless of financial barriers, has access to quality mental health care.

Even a little bit goes a long way to those needing mental health services but cannot afford it.


2,225 individuals served

through counseling, psychiatry and psychological testing


458 children and teens lives touched

through our Children Overcoming the Obstacles of Life program (C.O.O.L.)


25% services subsidized

for clients who were uninsured, underinsured or from low-income households


420 hours clinical training

and supervision provided by Center clinicians

Services We Provide
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Counseling

Therapy and counseling services for adults, teens, adolescents, couples and families across a wide variety of issues. 

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Psychiatry

Psychiatric services and medication management for adults, adolescents and children to treat disorders, such as depression, anxiety, attention and personality disorders.

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Psychological Services

Psychological testing for all ages to assess learning disorders, IQ, developmental challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and more.

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Leadership & Spiritual Life

Spiritual direction and leadership training for individuals seeking guidance in a non-sectarian environment.

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Classes

Check out the classes offered by Mind & Spirit Counseling Center in a variety of areas.

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Clinical Training

The Center’s Clinical Training Program is an intensive experience for professionals seeking a rigorous education and real-world experience. 

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As those needing access to mental health services far outweighs the number of providers available, please note that you may be subject to a waitlist when seeking care. For support while waiting, please visit our Resources & Blog.

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At Mind & Spirit Counseling Center, our team of 40+ counselors, psychiatrists, psychologists and caring professionals are here to support you.

You’ll find diversity, multiple disciplines, expertise and support amongst the Mind & Spirit Counseling Center team. 

25th Annual

Women Helping Women

Join us May 19, 2023!

The Center’s annual luncheon, Women Helping Women, addresses Iowa’s mental health crisis by assisting women, children and families who are uninsured or underinsured.