- Addictions support
- Family of origin work
- CBT and ACT methods
About Rodney
Rodney Black is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Iowa with 31 years of professional experience. He lists addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, coping with life changes, self-esteem, and career among the issues he addresses. He also notes a long personal history connected to family of origin issues and has experience with substance use and codependency concerns.
Rodney spent much of his career in community-based settings and draws on that background in clinical work. He grew up in the Midwest, served in the US military including a deployment to Afghanistan, and has lived in other states. Those life experiences shape how he listens and responds to practical problems people bring to therapy.
His approach emphasizes being heard and working together so a person’s own truth can emerge. He compares therapy to an art where skills and techniques are used to shape something meaningful. Sessions focus on real-life matters like relationships, work, and day-to-day coping rather than clinical labels.
Rodney uses a range of methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based ideas, Client-Centered work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He draws on these tools to address problems such as addiction, anger, isolation, and questions about identity and life purpose.
He works in English and accepts international clients. Cost varies by location and sessions operate with a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches fit into online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values. It can help with issues like addiction, emptiness, and making life changes by clarifying what matters and practicing small behaviors that align with those values.Attachment-Based ideas look at patterns formed in early relationships and how they show up now. This approach helps people understand family of origin issues, fatherhood questions, and recurring relationship patterns so they can try different ways of relating.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets specific thoughts and behaviors by testing assumptions and building new skills. It is practical for managing anger, low self-esteem, and mood-related problems through structured steps and practice.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rodney treats the choice of methods as collaborative and will discuss what fits the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. He combines elements from different approaches when that makes sense for the person in front of him.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a lunch break, sessions that avoid travel time, or options that reduce bandwidth by using audio only. Licensed professionals commonly use these practical benefits to help therapy fit into everyday routines.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Nebraska, Iowa, Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with addictions, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, anger, coping with life changes, self-esteem, and career concerns, among other focus areas.
What is his therapeutic style?
He emphasizes being heard and a collaborative process where a person’s truth can emerge, using practical skills and techniques in conversation.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 31 years of professional experience, much of it in community-based settings.
Which credentials and location apply to his practice?
He holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices in Iowa, with experience noted from other US states and military service.
Are sessions offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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