Accepting New Patients
UnityPoint Provider
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Hospital Affiliations:
- St. Luke's Hospital
- Gender: Female
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Languages Spoken:
- English
About Emily Kleinsmith, LMFT, MA
Biography
Why did you become a mental health services provider? I enjoy listening to people’s stories and hearing about their personal experiences. I think each person's unique experience is fascinating, and I try to remain curious about how we each individually perceive and cope.
What qualities best describe the care you provide to your patients? I am caring, empathetic, collaborative and have a good a sense of humor.
Being a healthcare provider, what drives/motivates you each day? I enjoy seeing people progress, better their lives and overcome challenges.
What is the most important message you would like to share with your patients? I think every person deserves to receive support and be heard.
What would you like your patients to know about you? I try to find a sense of humor in most things.
Clinical Interests: Depression, anxiety, job stress, life stress, family and relationship issues, teen issues, grief and loss, adjustments and life transitions, mental health and cancer, survivors of domestic violence, support for healthcare workers
Qualifications
Education
Graduate Education
Mount Mercy University: MA - Marriage and Family Therapy
Undergraduate Education
University of Northern Iowa: BA - Psychology
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