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Kendra Covington

Lmft Admissions Coordinator for the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program

mental health Des Moines, IA U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
11 years at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Gender
Female
Connections
35
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Kendra Covington is one of them.
  • 308 mental health professionals are based in IA (out of 11,588 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 13,511 contacts at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs 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
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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
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Master's degree
2009
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
2007
Skills
Family Therapy Group Therapy Adolescents Mental Health Therapists Treatment Teaching Crisis Crisis Intervention Biopsychosocial Assessments Cbt Social Services Adolescent Therapy Mental Health Counseling Grief Counseling Child Therapy
About U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Industry
Government
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
va.gov
Office Location
210 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Professional Overview

Kendra Covington is a Lmft Admissions Coordinator for the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program, currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs, based in Des Moines, IA. As a mental health, Covington contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Des Moines, IA. They have been with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs for 11 years. Covington holds academic credentials, including Master's degree and Bachelor of Arts (BA), from University of Nebraska-Lincoln and University of Northern Iowa. Core competencies include Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Adolescents, Mental Health, Therapists. U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs operates in the Government 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kendra Covington located?
Kendra Covington is based in Des Moines, IA. They are currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs.
What is Kendra Covington's specialty?
Kendra Covington specializes in mental health. Their current role is Lmft Admissions Coordinator for the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program.
Where does Kendra Covington currently work?
Kendra Covington currently works at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs. They have been there for 11 years.
What is Kendra Covington's educational background?
Kendra Covington attended University of Nebraska-Lincoln and University of Northern Iowa.
How do I contact Kendra Covington 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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