Mary Pulscher

Mary Pulscher

Counselor (515) 979-6370

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About Me

With over 25 years of dedicated clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life’s complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem concerns. I am particularly passionate about working with older adults and addressing a wide range of emotional experiences, from workplace stress to relationship transitions.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate and holistic, designed to help individuals rediscover their inner strength and purpose. I offer supportive guidance for those struggling with isolation, communication difficulties, social anxiety, and personal growth. Whether you’re experiencing life transitions, managing chronic conditions, or seeking to heal from past experiences, I am committed to creating a safe and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and develop meaningful strategies for wellness.

I bring extensive expertise in addressing diverse challenges, including caregiver stress, mood disorders, relationship dynamics, and personal transformation. My goal is to empower you to build resilience, cultivate self-compassion, and create positive change in your life.

Payment Options

Insurance Options

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Curative
  • GEHA
  • Medica
  • Oscar
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

Orientation & Focus

Modalities

Couples, Families, Groups

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Pain Management
  • Self esteem
  • Sex Addiction
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Conditions Treated

  • Abandonment
  • Addiction & Substance Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Aging & Senior Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Career Issues
  • Caregiver Stress
  • Chronic Pain & Illness
  • Codependency
  • Communication Problems
  • Coping Skills
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Depression
  • Dissociation
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emptiness
  • Family Conflict
  • First responder issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Gambling
  • Grief & Loss
  • Guilt & Shame
  • Hoarding
  • Hospice & End of Life
  • Impulsivity
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Isolation & Loneliness
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Midlife Crisis
  • Money & Financial Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • OCD
  • Panic Attacks
  • Paranoia
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamory & Non-Monogamy
  • Pregnancy & Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self Harm
  • Sex Addiction
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexuality & Sexual Identity
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Issues
  • Young Adult Issues

Treatment Options

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Jungian Analysis
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused

Locations

Main Location

1001 Office Park Rd
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
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