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Waxwing Psychological Services, PLLC

Expert individual, couple, and family therapy services. Client driven & intentionally inclusive with therapists in Cedar Rapids & Iowa City, Iowa.

05/01/2026

📸 Therapist Snapshot: John Cilek, MA, tLMFT (he/him)

John's approaches therapy through relational, collaborative, and existential frameworks. He is interested in exploring the significance of our everyday experiences, interactions, and rituals that shape the context of our identities - and how we make sense of them when impacted by life transitions,
distress, grief, and loss. He is drawn to working with stories and metaphors for the ways they may provide access to emotions and language to better understand who we are, what matters, and how we find - or rediscover - contentment.

He has a Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University. He enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families offering therapy services that are affirming and welcoming to all.

Reach out to John to support your therapy journey...
john@waxwingpsych.com
319.853.8899

04/27/2026

💎Reminder from Thich Nhat Hanh on the importance of regulation in one's healing journey.
Contact our team to explore regulation techniques designed to deepen your therapy journey and bring truly meaningful healing.

04/20/2026

☔Seasonal Affective Disorder is not exclusive to winter months. Many people experience depressive - or manic- episodes in the spring and summer. If you are feeling overwhelmed, lethargic or have persistent negative emotions, it might be time to check in with a mental health professional.
Whether you are struggling through a difficult season or have been dealing symptoms for years, our therapists can help. The benefits of therapy can include:

✅ Increased energy and vitality
✅ Increased sense of well-being
✅ Decreased stress
✅ Decreased struggle in daily life

If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, increased stress, decrease life satisfaction, lack of meaning or purpose in life, post-traumatic stress, grief, impulse of anger management concerns, identity issues, or self-esteem concerns, therapy may benefit YOU!
Contact us at info@waxwingpsych.com or find more information about our professionals on our website. We are here to support your unique journey and growth.
In crisis? 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365 for free and confidential assistance. Although not a substitute for professional therapy, it is a vital resource for help during difficult moments.

04/18/2026

Many individuals find group therapy is a great supplement to individual or couple's therapy work.

Our Men's Therapy Group is a place for men to learn from each other, get support for personal struggles and difficulties in relationships, and increase emotional awareness and intelligence.

Join therapists David Germann and Anthony Mielke twice a month in Iowa City and see our website for more information.

"The interpersonal nature of group psychotherapy provides an opportunity to explore how to invite, allow, and sustain more intimacy in one’s life." - Nordmo M, Sønderland NM, Havik OE, et al: Effectiveness of open-ended psychotherapy under clinically representative conditions. Front Psychiatry 2020

04/05/2026

📸Therapist Snapshot: Mickey Hampton (she/her)

Mickey's approach to therapy utilizes developmentally-appropriate and evidence-based interventions to help individuals, couples and families reframe sources of conflict and regain a sense of agency over their lives.

Twenty-six years of her professional life have been spent helping people feel empowered by the process of telling their stories. She has an extensive background in the arts and non-profit development, and continue to utilize the power of creativity, collaboration and curiosity when customizing each person’s treatment plan. She looks forward to earning your trust and helping you achieve your goals with newfound confidence and clarity at our Iowa City location.

04/02/2026

🕊“Calming allows us to rest, and resting is a precondition for healing.”
― Thich Nhat Hanh

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04/01/2026

Our practice will continue to provide inclusive, compassionate and affirming care for our clients.

Our practice will continue to have respect for our client's autonomy and innate capacity for self-determination.

Our practice stands with the American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy, as well as 28 other major medical & mental health associations, in denouncing 'conversion therapy'.

We are committed to non-discrimination and honoring the unique individual, family, and community experiences of our clients.

03/16/2026

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03/13/2026

📸 Therapist Snapshot: Sarah (she/her)

Sarah's goal in therapy is to create a space of acceptance, connection, and compassion. As a marriage and family therapist, your autonomy and experiences are at the forefront of her practice.

She understands that working towards change can be overwhelming and that embracing openness can allow for new experiences in life. Through a collaborative process she hopes to help individuals find their voice, create balance through mindfulness, and work towards their goals.

Her areas of expertise include trauma recovery, traumatic relationships, and couples work. Special areas of interest include parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as, parents of children experiencing NICU hospitalizations.

Sarah's space is open for individuals, couples, families, and teens.

Connect with Sarah at Sarah waxwingpsych.com to find support in your journey.

03/12/2026

〽️Anxious or depressive feelings and anger are natural responses to disturbing information - locally, nationally and globally. If you are finding it hard to find balance while staying informed, there are techniques and resources for finding clarity and calm in the midst of a chaotic world, tired body and worried brain.

You are not alone in this experience- check out the tips below and SHARE this post with someone you love who could use a reminder on a toolkit for surviving news stress 🦋

📌Acknowledge your feelings about the news
📌Set boundaries with your news habits
📌Focus on what you can control
📌Take care of your overall wellbeing
📌Take action for change in the world
📌Talk to someone you can trust
📌Get help for your mental health

Full article at mind.org.uk

03/11/2026

📸Therapist Snapshot: Anthony (he/him) Founder and President of Waxwing Services

Anthony currently provides individual, couple, and family therapy, as well as systemic leadership consultation, executive coaching, and workforce wellness services.

He strives to foster authentic relationships, offer challenges to facilitate growth, and empower clients to actively engage in the process of healing.

His clinical expertise includes couple’s therapy, family therapy, life cycle transitions, high achieving individuals, existential psychotherapy, trauma recovery, adolescents, mood disorders, and therapy for boys and men.

Contact him at anthony@waxwingpsych.com to find out if he might be the right fit for your therapy journey!

03/10/2026

We expanded to TWO locations in 2025....and now TWO SOCIAL platforms in 2026!
Follow us here or on Instagram to find out more about our team, get tips for navigating mental health challenges in the modern era and reflect on quick inspirations to brighten your day.

Address

700 16th Street NE Suite 206
Cedar Rapids, IA
52402

Website

http://www.waxwingpsych.com/

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