Joslyn Behnken joined Optimae Behavioral Health’s Central Iowa team of therapists in 2022, serving customers in the Central Iowa area.
Joslyn’s practice focuses on a variety of areas, including substance abuse, codependency, anxiety and depression, PTSD and sexual abuse. She is trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and also holds expertise in stress management practices and cognitive behavioral therapy. She works with all age groups.
In addition, Joslyn is trained in Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR), ensuring nursing home applicants and residents with mental health concerns receive the appropriate services for their needs. Prior to joining Optimae, she served the residents of Central Iowa as a substance abuse counselor and a child mental health counselor, developing mental health treatment plans for children, youth and families.
Beyond her experience as a licensed mental health counselor, Joslyn is also a certified drug and alcohol counselor (CDAC) through the Iowa Board of Certification.