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Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

mental health West Des Moines, IA Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
8 years at Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center
Gender
Female
Connections
347
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft is one of them.
  • 308 mental health professionals are based in IA (out of 11,588 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center 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 May 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • 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
Virginia Tech
Master Of Science
2010
University Of Northern Iowa
Bachelors
2007
Skills
Psychotherapy Family Therapy Adolescents Group Therapy Psychology Therapists Social Services Post Traumatic Stress Clinical Research Mental Health Counseling Behavioral Health Grief Counseling Anger Management Child Development Counseling Psychology Mental Health Treatment Research Case Managment Self Esteem Case Management
About Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Office Location
West Des Moines, IA
Professional Overview

Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, currently affiliated with Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center, based in West Des Moines, IA. As a mental health, J. Mcelhaney Lmft contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in West Des Moines, IA. They have been with Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center for 8 years. J. Mcelhaney Lmft holds academic credentials, including Master Of Science and Bachelors, from Virginia Tech and University Of Northern Iowa. Core competencies include Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Adolescents, Group Therapy, Psychology. 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 West 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft located?
Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft is based in West Des Moines, IA. They are currently affiliated with Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center.
What is Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft's specialty?
Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Where does Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft currently work?
Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft currently works at Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center. They have been there for 8 years.
What is Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft's educational background?
Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft attended Virginia Tech and University Of Northern Iowa.
How do I contact Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Sarah J. Mcelhaney Lmft. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
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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