WHY PSYCHOTHERAPY?
Because life is full of suffering. As humans, we experience psychological pain and sometimes that pain interferes with our ability to live lives full of joy, contentment and satisfaction. Psychotherapy is the process by which you acknowledge your suffering, envision and clarify your preferred way of being and feeling in the world and work to develop the understanding and skills you require to move you toward your goals. Our therapists use evidence-based interventions to help you transform your suffering into a deeper, more meaningful experience of life.
We Can Help You With
Mood
Mood disorders include depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum, and low mood associated with adjustments to life's transitions.
Anxiety
Anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias, postpartum and adjustment anxiety.
Performance
Performance issues can be personal or professional. Enhance your performance through therapy.
Trauma
Trauma occurs when a person's physical or psychological safety is threatened. One must work through trauma to return the body and brain to a sense of safety and well-being.
Intimacy
Intimacy requires trust, vulnerability and closeness. Whether you desire a deeper connection with your children, your partner or your friends and family, psychotherapy can help you build intimacy in a variety of relationships.
Modes of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps us identify the thoughts, emotions, sensations and behaviors that contribute to our identified presenting problem. By better understanding the relationship
between these elements, we can make changes that improve our mood, anxiety and functioning.
Mindfulness-based therapies utilize the practices of mindfulness, meditation and deep breathing/relaxation to support individuals with the pain and discomfort that arises from our present condition and from the process of change. Mindfulness allows us to expand the container in which we hold our suffering so it no longer feels so overwhelming.
Solution-Focused
Solution Focused Therapy examines our present day issues and assists us in applying our unique strengths and abilities to solve our current problems bring our skills to future situations.
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. By stimulating both sides of the brain through eye movement or tapping while recalling traumatic events, the brain naturally moves toward a greater state of healing and processes the disturbing information so it lives in the past rather than triggering us in our present day.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT helps us clarify and deepen the values that drive our lives and then helps stay present and engaged with a life led according to our greater meaning. ACT acknowledges that suffering and negative emotion are part of life and invites us to be present with these feelings and allow space for them rather than dismissing or escaping them. ACT teaches skills to be with the present moment.
Mindfulness-Based Therapies
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT addresses the intense reactions we have to emotional situations, primarily those found in romantic, family and friend relationships. DBT helps people identify their hyper-arousal and employ techniques to attain emotional regulation.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
IPT treats mood disorders by acknowledging that depression often coincides with life upheaval, role transitions, or significant changes that impact interpersonal relationships. IPT helps us resolve distressing life events and organize and nourish our social relationships to help us respond to life.
Narrative Therapy (NT)
NT seeks to separate our problems from our selves. We are not what happens to us and we can "rewrite" our stories to reflect our deeper values and beliefs - recognizing our own power and resiliency.
FAQs
Where are you located?
In Illinois, we are located at 2513 24th Street in Rock Island. The office is a small white and black house with ample parking in front.
In Iowa, we are located in Suite 602 inside the Northwest Bank Building in Bettendorf. The address is 2550 Middle Road at the corner of Spruce Hills and Middle Road.
Do I need therapy?
In our opinion, everyone could benefit from a good therapist! Therapy provides a safe and non-judgmental space to assess your presenting issues, take stock of what's working and what no longer serves you, and to move forward with support and guidance.
Do you take insurance?
We are in network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield and will file claims on your behalf. We recommend you check your benefits with your insurance company. We are not in network with the BCBS Community Plan. For all other insurance you must check on out-of-network benefits and will be responsible for filing claims directly with your insurance company. We can provide any paperwork you need for any out-of-network insurance companies.
What happens once I schedule?
Once you schedule your appointment, you will receive an email invitation to our secure portal where you will complete all your intake paperwork online prior to your first appointment.
Are you hiring?
Quad City Psychotherapy is always looking for dynamic clinicians to join our team. If you are pre-licensed and looking for supervision toward your licensure or fully licensed, please reach out to Annika at annika@qcpsychotherapy.com to explore opportunities.
How will I know therapy is working?
When you begin therapy, your therapist will work with you to develop a treatment plan that outlines your goals and how you will reach those goals. You and your therapist will review your progress regularly to assess how well therapy is working.
How do I schedule an appointment?
The easiest way to schedule is by clicking the "Schedule" link at the top of this page. You will be directed to a secure portal where you can choose your therapist and make an appointment at your convenience. You can also call or send us an email to annika@qcpsychotherapy.com.
How much does therapy cost?
Please call for specific rates as they do change over time and by provider.
What do I do if I need to talk and you are closed?
Therapists will make every effort to return calls in a timely manner but are not capable of responding to emergencies. If you believe you are in a life threatening or emergency situaiton, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.