Bonnie Derby, LISW, IA | Psychotherapist

About Bonnie Derby

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Bonnie Derby

I am a licensed clinical social worker with decades of experience and training. I hold licenses in Iowa and Colorado (soon to be inactivated) and am inactive in Montana. My specialty is mental health and trauma treatment, particularly with Veterans, as I was on active military duty. I also specialize in couples counseling. My approach is client-centered, working toward the goals the client wants through solution-focused therapy. I worked overseas for about 20 years in Nepal, Germany, and Japan, which gave me a deep appreciation for other cultures and values. Before that, I worked at nonprofit community mental health centers with some private practice on the side. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Briar Cliff University and my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Iowa College. My approach includes methods such as motivational interviewing, which helps clients understand how to begin and use therapy if desired. I am trained in solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR for trauma resolution. I am also trained in couples counseling. Additionally, I have training with children and families, though I do not provide child and family therapy via telehealth. Research shows that feeling comfortable, safe, and trusting is essential for effective therapy, regardless of technique. I work best with motivated clients who actively engage in therapy. I offer telehealth sessions for clients aged 18 to 100. I particularly enjoy working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms to help reduce or alleviate them. Grief and interpersonal relationship issues are also areas I address. Clients often tell me they find it easy to talk to me about issues they haven’t felt comfortable addressing with others. They describe me as non-judgmental, understanding, and empathic about their difficulties. This openness makes it easier to address difficult problems and explore solutions or changes that improve life satisfaction.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Iowa

Education and training

University of Iowa College, Master's in Social Work
Briar Cliff University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1831297886

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What practice does Bonnie Derby work with?

Bonnie Derby works with Rula Health - Iowa.

What are common reasons for patients to see Bonnie Derby?

Bonnie Derby frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Bonnie Derby on their profile.