Karin Beschen
LMHC, PMH-C • Licensed Mental Health Counselor
About
In the delicate realm of perinatal mental health, Karin Beschen, LMHC, PMH-C, stands as a compassionate guide for those navigating the complex emotional landscape of pregnancy and postpartum life. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a specialized certification in Perinatal Mental Health, Karin offers a unique blend of expertise to support adults through some of life's most challenging transitions.
Karin's therapeutic approach is rooted in interpersonal and compassion-based therapies, creating a reflective and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their deepest concerns. Her practice extends beyond perinatal care, encompassing treatment for anxiety, depression, traumatic grief, and struggles related to work, relationships, and life transitions. This holistic approach allows her to address the multifaceted nature of mental health, recognizing that life's challenges often intertwine.
With a particular focus on perinatal mental health, Karin has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by expectant and new parents. She specializes in supporting women grappling with fertility issues, pregnancy loss, and postpartum complications. Her expertise in this area includes helping clients with bonding difficulties, work-life balance struggles, family stress, unwanted thoughts, and feelings of hopelessness that can arise during this transformative period.
Karin's professional journey spans 15 years of clinical practice, building on a strong foundation laid by her master's degree from Drake University. Her commitment to specialized care is evident in her dual certifications in perinatal mental health and traumatic grief. This additional training equips her with the tools to provide compassionate, evidence-based support for those experiencing profound loss and life-altering transitions.
In her work with grief and traumatic grief, Karin employs a compassion-based approach that focuses on honoring, sharing, and coping with the loss of loved ones. This sensitive area of her practice demonstrates her ability to guide clients through some of life's most painful experiences with empathy and skill.
Karin's therapeutic toolkit includes a variety of approaches tailored to meet the individual needs of her clients. By primarily utilizing interpersonal therapy (IPT), compassion-based therapy, and mindfulness techniques, she offers a comprehensive strategy for addressing mental health concerns. This integrative approach allows her to adapt her methods to best serve each client's unique situation and goals.
For those seeking support, Karin Beschen offers a therapy space that is not only professional but deeply attuned to the nuanced emotional needs of her clients. Whether you're struggling with perinatal mental health issues, facing anxiety or depression, or navigating significant life changes, Karin's expertise and compassionate approach provide a foundation for healing and growth.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's degree
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional
- Certification in Perinatal Mental Health
- Certification in Traumatic Grief
State Licenses
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief
- Infertility
- Pregnancy; Prenatal; Postpartum
- Stress
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
State Licenses
- Iowa
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
Compliance
- HIPAA Compliant
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Locations
Prairie Wellness - Des Moines Main Office
3209 Ingersoll Ave, 100
Des Moines, IA 50312
Prairie Wellness - Des Moines Suite 112
3209 Ingersoll Ave, Suite 112
Des Moines, IA 50312
Prairie Wellness - Des Moines Suite 207
3209 Ingersoll Ave, UNIT 207
Des Moines, IA 50312