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Dr. Kimberly Athuman, LISW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kimberly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kimberly. View 19 reviews
Great news, Kimberly is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa

Recent reviews

Dr. Athuman is authentic, attentive and our first session was good. Looking forward to future sessions.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Athuman makes me feel very heard and very seen. She picks up quickly on what my struggles are and responds in a way that lets me know she truly understands me. I appreciate her so much!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Kimberly

  • 11 years' experience
  • Female
  • LISW

I am licensed in Iowa with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with parenting issues, depression, & concentration, memory and focus (ADHD). I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Parenting issues Depression ADHD Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Licenses

Dr. Kimberly Athuman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699207134.

  • LISW · Iowa · 008253 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dr. Kimberly Athuman

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

19 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Understanding Amazing Attentive Comfortable Easy Empathetic Excellent Guidance

Dr. Athuman is authentic, attentive and our first session was good. Looking forward to future sessions.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Athuman makes me feel very heard and very seen. She picks up quickly on what my struggles are and responds in a way that lets me know she truly understands me. I appreciate her so much!

Reviewed November 2024

She is awesome! When I talk to her I feel like I am talking to a friend vs a therapist!!!

Reviewed November 2024

I look forward to my sessions with Dr.Athuman every week. She is open and honest and I feel like I’ve been speaking with a long time friend, I cannot recommend her enough

Reviewed November 2024

She is great

Reviewed August 2024

She is excellent. I am new to therapy. My only hesitation is if my therapist is a good fit for me. That will take time to discern. She is skilled, available, and professional. I just need to keep going to see if this is the right fit for me. Not criticizing the therapist as this is totally subjective. I think we are going is a good direction so far. Super receptive, no nonsense, and yet highly empathetic and willing to really listen. I’m happy with this experience so far. Therapy is a weird when it’s your first time.

Reviewed June 2024

I love my therapist

Reviewed April 2024

I was very nervous about putting myself out there but it has been freeing to finally have my past out in the light. It seems to be that it isn't in the shadows it hasn't popped into to my thoughts like it used to I can finally put it behind me and move on.

Reviewed March 2024

I am heard, seen, and validated. She is authentic and I have made progress internally in just a few appointments. This was the best decision I could have made for myself

Reviewed February 2024

Truly awesome. Listens to me and my concerns and gives useful and practical guidance on how I can help myself. I would recommend Dr. Athuman to anyone

Reviewed November 2023

She is very patient and is amazing at holding space for all my emotions. She helps me navigate through processing difficult situations.

Reviewed September 2023

Great listener, very understanding

Reviewed June 2023

Dr Athuman has invested great amount of time into listening to my concerns and helped me seek clarity about some of the things I had questions on. I've learned a lot about myself in the process.

Reviewed June 2023

Kim is the greatest! We clicked immediately and she's always very understanding and supportive, but will also point out things that I should work on - negative ways of viewing things or trauma responses that need to be tended to. She's so easy to talk to and I look forward to our sessions each week. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed March 2023

We immediately connected, which was a very different experience with my previous experience. She eased me into unpacking my less traumatic issue. She checked in with mid-week to follow up on my action steps. Really nice!

Reviewed February 2023

I love Dr. Athuman! She's great on checking up on me. she gives thoughtful and helpful feedback. She's doing a great job of helping me work me through some of my issues. Highly recommend.

Reviewed January 2023

Dr. Athuman has been great, she talks me through things and helps me see situations in another perspective, which is exactly what I need. She’s given me worksheets to help with specific areas of my life that I hope to use in future situations and has made me feel comfortable and relatable in our conversations.

Reviewed January 2023

She has been sent from the heavens! I have seen so many different therapist and I think I finally found the right one.

Reviewed December 2022

Thanks for listening. I will be scheduling another session soon

Reviewed December 2022

How was your experience with Kimberly?

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Kimberly Athuman offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Kimberly Athuman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Kimberly Athuman speak?

Dr. Kimberly Athuman speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Kimberly Athuman have?

Dr. Kimberly Athuman has 11 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Kimberly Athuman licensed to practice?

Dr. Kimberly Athuman is licensed to practice in Iowa.

Does Dr. Kimberly Athuman accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Kimberly Athuman does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Dr. Kimberly Athuman?

Dr. Kimberly Athuman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Kimberly Athuman?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.