Mental Health
Let us support you on your journey
Life is Hard
Whether you’re navigating relationships, academics, peer pressure, social media, family expectations, or planning for your future, life can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to face it alone.
Our compassionate team of social workers, mental health counselors, and marriage & family therapists are here to help. We understand the unique challenges high schoolers face, from managing friendships and self-esteem to coping with stress, anxiety, and the pressures of growing up.
Through personalized care and practical tools, we’ll empower you to regain control, build resilience, and find balance in your life
Life is hard, but it can get easier. Let us support you on your journey.
Sarah Bowen, LISW
Sarah Bowen, LISW
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa. I also earned my Professional Educator License with an Endorsement in School Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. With over 20 years of experience as a clinical therapist, school social worker, career and college counselor, and mental health therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise to my role as the owner of FutureU. I am also a proud member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), an associate member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), and a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). My team and I look forward to working with you and helping to make the college planning process less stressful!
Erin Wolter, LISW
Erin Wolter, LISW
I am a licensed independent social worker and earned my Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Northern Iowa and Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa. With over 22 years of experience in the field, I have worked extensively in the school system as well as with college-aged students and the elderly population. My approach to therapy is strengths-based and solution-focused. I believe that everyone has the ability to overcome challenges and find the solutions they need to live their best life. By focusing on individual strengths and utilizing solution-focused techniques, I help my clients develop practical and effective solutions to their problems.
Angela La Luzerne, LISW
Anglea La Luzerne, LISW
For 20+ years I've worked with clients to address substance use reduction or elimination, depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, relationship issues, family conflict, etc. Using a strengths-based perspective, I draw from CBT, MI, DBT, EMDR, systems theory, and pain reprocessing therapy. Together, we collaborate to find the resolutions that fit you best. It is an honor to be invited to walk with someone along their life's journey. In a supportive environment, we address the specifics of what brought you to therapy with compassion, grace, hope, and some humor to boot. I have had the honor to work with many amazing individuals over my career; I'm excited for the opportunity to work with you!
Mike O'Brien
Mike O'Brien
Football Career: From Player to Coach
- Special Teams – Drake University (IA)
- Assistant Coach, Kickers & Punters – Grand View University (IA)
- Kicking/Punting /Special Teams Coach and Coordinator in multiple high schools in IL and AZ.
- Semi-professional Playing Career (IL/AZ)
- Three-year Starting Kicker – Northwestern College (IA)
Academic & Certification History
- University of Michigan - Sport Social Work Certification: Focused on athlete mental health and integrating social work within athletic settings (in progress)
- Master of Arts in Sports Administration-Educational Leadership – Aurora University (IL
- Master of Social Work (MSW) – Aurora University (IL)
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Northwestern College (IA)
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