Meet Claire LeMay, LISW, IADC, MSW at Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry in Cedar Rapids, IA

Claire LeMay (LISW, IADC, MSW) specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for substance use disorders and mental health conditions, including trauma, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. With over 8 years of experience in addiction medicine, Claire has facilitated groups at the IOP and PHP levels of care and has been providing individual therapy for 3 years. She works at the Cedar Rapids location, offering telehealth services, and plans to offer in-person sessions in the near future.

Claire uses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including DBT, ACT, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), to help treat substance use disorders and mood disorders. She primarily works with adults 18 and older, focusing on bottom-up techniques like ART and mindfulness, alongside skill-building from DBT for distress tolerance and emotion regulation.

Claire earned a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) with honors from the University of Iowa and completed a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) in 2017. She has an International Alcohol and Drug Counselor (IADC) certification from the Iowa Board of Certifications since 2020, and about 30 training hours in DBT. Additionally, Claire completed Accelerated Resolution Therapy Basic Training in July 2025 and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy training with Non Ordinary Therapy in March 2025.

In therapy, Claire fosters a collaborative relationship with clients, grounded in compassion, understanding, and directness. She believes the therapeutic relationship should be built on connection and freedom, allowing clients to feel supported, connected, and understood at their own pace. Clients are encouraged to talk about their experiences in a way that feels right for them while being gently encouraged to stretch into growth.

Claire finds deep inspiration in her work, describing it as a privilege to be part of clients’ journeys of self-discovery. She is motivated by the courage it takes for clients to face their fears and work through challenges, both in therapy and in their daily lives. Claire is encouraged by clients willing to embrace discomfort for the sake of growth and transformation.

Claire’s approach to working with emotions involves helping clients expand their emotional vocabulary and awareness. She emphasizes going at each client’s pace, recognizing that understanding and experiencing a full range of emotions can open doors to new possibilities and growth, even if the process can be difficult at times.

Yes, Claire LeMay, LISW, IADC, MSW is currently accepting new patients. She offers both telehealth and in-person therapy sessions at Holistic Wellness & Psychiatry.

• Licensed in IA