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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Cherokee, Iowa
At Royster & Royster, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care services to individuals seeking emotional and behavioral support. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in treating a wide range of psychological conditions, including trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and substance abuse. Specializing in evidence-based practices like EMDR therapy and animal-assisted interventions, we prioritize personalized care tailored to each client's unique needs.With flexible scheduling options and a commitment to community well-being, we strive to make quality mental health services accessible to residents of Cherokee, Iowa and surrounding areas. Our therapists maintain active licensure and ongoing professional development to ensure the highest standards of care.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Individual Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Treatment
Substance Abuse Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR-certified therapists for trauma treatment
- Our team includes specialists in child and family therapy
- We provide animal-assisted therapy interventions
- Our therapists maintain active Iowa state licensure
- We offer evening/weekend emergency sessions
Services
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy helps clients process traumatic experiences through structured protocols. Our certified therapists treat both major traumas and smaller life stressors that impact self-perception. This evidence-based approach effectively reduces emotional distress and modifies negative thought patterns associated with traumatic memories.
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Specially trained therapy dog Rosey enhances treatment through animal-assisted interventions. This modality improves emotional regulation and social interaction for clients working through various mental health challenges. The program follows strict safety protocols with fully vaccinated, temperament-tested animals under professional supervision.
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health treatment plans address anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and other psychological concerns. Our licensed counselors employ cognitive-behavioral techniques and trauma-informed approaches for adults and children. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and improving emotional well-being through structured therapeutic interventions.
Family Therapy
Specialized treatment for family dynamics and relationship challenges incorporates marriage and family therapy expertise. Our LMFT-certified therapist addresses communication issues, adoption/foster care transitions, and intergenerational patterns. The approach emphasizes systemic solutions to improve family functioning and emotional connections.
Substance Abuse Counseling
Comprehensive care for adolescents and adults struggling with substance use disorders combines traditional counseling with evidence-based interventions. Certified specialists address co-occurring mental health conditions and develop relapse prevention strategies. The program focuses on holistic recovery and behavioral change through individualized treatment plans.
People
Matthew Royster
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Licensed since 2006 with MA in Mental Health Counseling. Specializes in child therapy, trauma treatment, and animal-assisted interventions. Over 15 years experience treating complex psychological conditions including sexual deviancy and personality disorders.
Valorie Royster
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Forensic psychology specialist licensed since 2009. Focus areas include mood disorders, anxiety, and foster care/adoption issues. Combines EMDR certification with 15 years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, and adults.
Cheryl Ellis
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT certified in 2023 with MA in Marriage and Family Therapy. 20+ years working with youth and families through foster care, ministry, and counseling roles. Specializes in family systems and intergenerational relationship dynamics.
Steve Edwards
Mental Health Counselor
EMDR-certified therapist with 13 years treating substance abuse and mental health disorders. Specializes in adolescent behavioral issues and trauma recovery. Holds degrees in human services and substance abuse counseling.
Questions
What mental health specialties do your therapists handle?
Our therapists treat trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, behavioral issues, substance abuse, and family relationship challenges using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer after-hours emergency services?
Emergency sessions are available by appointment outside regular hours. For immediate crises, contact local emergency services first.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Tricare, Hawk-I, Amerigroup, Iowa Total Care, and Molina Healthcare. Verify coverage with your provider before services.
Are your therapists licensed in Iowa?
All our clinicians hold active Iowa state licenses in their respective specialties including mental health counseling and marriage/family therapy.
Can I request animal-assisted therapy sessions?
Animal-assisted therapy is available with client consent through our certified therapy dog program under professional supervision.
What are your office hours for appointments?
Regular sessions Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM. Therapists may accommodate limited evening/weekend appointments based on availability.