Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) provides an integrative and trauma-informed approach to serving individuals, families, and couples with behavioral health needs. 
Our integrative approach includes Mental Health and substance use services, along with domestic violence advocacy in one setting to reduce barriers to treatment for those served. 
Mental Health services are provided for ages zero - lifespan utilizing evidence-based practices such as CPP (Child-Parent Psychotherapy) and EMDR to support healing from trauma and enhance attachment.
CFI has four behavioral health settings in the state of Iowa. Two in Des Moines, along with our Cornerstone Counseling Center in Ankeny, and a satellite office in Fort Dodge. CFI also has the largest domestic violence shelter in Iowa. The location is non-disclosed.

Special placement information:
Accepting MSW 2nd-year/Advanced Standing (clinical) students. Full- and part-time positions available. No summer internships.
Transportation required. Travel reimbursement not available.
Stipend not available.
Video-/Audio-taping permitted with client written permission.
Mental Health and substance use program hours: daytime hours, Monday-Friday.
Domestic violence shelter: evening and weekend hours available, but student will need availability during the week for supervision and team meetings.