Sunny Duffney

LMSW

6600 Westown Parkway
Suite 240
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

(515) 402-4395

contactus@515therapy.hush.com

Appointments

Monday, Tuesday, Friday

Insurance Accepted

Aplos

BCBS

Health Partners

Midlands Choice/Cigna

Taking New Appointments

Yes

No

Licensed Master of Social Work

Master of Science, Social Work - The University of Iowa

Ages

10+

Experience

Sunny's professional background includes experience working with individuals across various age groups, including children, adolescents, teens, and college students. Her academic foundation began with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from Iowa State University. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Social Work with a clinical focus from The University of Iowa. Her professional experience spans inpatient mental health settings for youth, domestic violence support, rehabilitation counseling, parent education, and community mental health services. Sunny utilizes a strengths-based and compassion-focused approach, incorporating mindfulness techniques into her practice.

Specialities

Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Anger Management , Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Eating Disorders, Early Childhood Trauma, Codependency, Coping Skills, Crisis Counseling, CPTSD, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Geriatric Counseling, Life Transitions, Peer Relationships, PTSD, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Career Issues, Self-Esteem, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma & PTSD

My Approach

As a therapist, I understand that therapy can be a raw and difficult journey, but the benefits and rewards can greatly enhance your life and well-being. I believe that nurturing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit is imperative for fostering holistic well-being, achieving greater emotional resilience, physical vitality, and a sense of purpose.

It is a privilege for me to hold space for you to discuss your inner world, hardships, and the complexities of life. My goal is to provide a space without judgment and to meet you with compassion. I believe that we are able to truly embrace life when we live as our authentic selves, and that authenticity cultivates meaningful connection. To live authentically, a strong sense of self is essential, and this can become distorted through adversities and trauma. Therefore, I aim to aid you in living out your true values, nurturing the mind-body connection, challenging unhelpful patterns and much more. I will meet you where you are in your healing journey while empowering you  to reach your therapeutic goals and cultivate the life you desire.

To tailor treatment to your specific needs, I incorporate a variety of modalities, including Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, to create a personalized treatment plan.

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