Meet the Team

Who We Are

Jeanetta Nieuwsma, LISW, PMH-C, PFA-C

Owner, Mental Health Professional

Jeanetta is a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She has primarily worked as a mental health therapist, specializing in maternal mental health, first responder wellness, and school-based counseling. Jeanetta is trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based treatment for psychological trauma, and has served in high-impact settings as an emergency room social worker and crisis response counselor.

Jeanetta is ICISF trained in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and Psychological First Aid (PFA) and plays an active role in supporting first responders after critical incidents. She is a member of the Central Iowa CISM team, Southern Prairie CISM team and local law enforcement peer support teams. Jeanetta provides wellness visits for public safety agencies across Iowa and is an approved wellness provider by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP).

Maria Fynaardt, MSW, LISW

Mental Health Professional

School-Based Counselor

Maria is a licensed clinical social worker with a variety of professional experiences that have been instrumental in her growth as a mental health professional. Her experience includes roles as a Family Safety Risk Permanency (FSRP) provider, a Behavioral Health Intervention Services provider, Safe Families for Children case manager, and an outpatient mental health therapist. Maria is currently serving as a school-based counselor, where she enjoys applying her skills and passion for helping others in an educational setting, fostering a supportive environment for students, teachers, and families.

Molly Vanderleest, MSW

School-Based Counselor

Molly is a master’s-level social worker with a passion for supporting children and adolescents. She earned her Master of Social Work from Dordt University and has two years of experience as a school-based counselor. With a compassionate and nurturing approach, Molly supports students and their families through challenges that impact emotional and academic success. She works closely with teachers and parents to help each student thrive both in and out of the classroom.

"It is a privilege to be trusted and leaned on

in a moment of crisis; to walk alongside someone on their journey towards hope and healing."

-Jeanetta Nieuwsma, LISW

“I feel so honored that people choose to trust me with the joys and challenges of their life.”

-Maria Fynaardt, LISW