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Heather Watson

Mental Health Counselor

mental health Des Moines, IA Mercyone
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
8 years at Mercyone
Gender
Female
Connections
64
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Heather Watson is one of them.
  • 308 mental health professionals are based in IA (out of 11,588 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 278 contacts at Mercyone are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in IA: $37,000 – $93,000 (median $54,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in IA: Sole Proprietor (19), Covenant Family Solutions (9), Family Legacy Counseling (5).
  • 8% of mental health professionals in IA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 86% of mental health professionals in IA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Drake University
2021
Drake University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology Rhetoric Media and Social Change
2015
Des Moines Area Community College
Associate of Arts (AA)
2013
Leominster High School MA
1995
Skills
Public Speaking
About Mercyone
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
mercyone.org
Professional Overview

Heather Watson is a Mental Health Counselor, currently affiliated with Mercyone, based in Des Moines, IA. As a mental health, Watson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Des Moines, IA. They have been with Mercyone for 8 years. Watson holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology Rhetoric Media and Social Change and Associate of Arts (AA), from Drake University and Drake University. Core competencies include Public Speaking. Mercyone operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Des Moines, IA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting mental health

Healthcare professionals with mental health expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via verified email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data verified against NPI and state licensing records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Heather Watson located?
Heather Watson is based in Des Moines, IA. They are currently affiliated with Mercyone.
What is Heather Watson's specialty?
Heather Watson specializes in mental health. Their current role is Mental Health Counselor.
Where does Heather Watson currently work?
Heather Watson currently works at Mercyone. They have been there for 8 years.
What is Heather Watson's educational background?
Heather Watson attended Drake University and Drake University.
How do I contact Heather Watson for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in IA?
mental health professionals in IA typically earn $37,000 to $93,000 annually, with a median of $54,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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