Meet the Team
Rich Webster, JD, LMHC
Clinical Director
It is important to accept a person exactly where they are, in a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore their issues, find and nurture hope, and together work toward growth and equanimity. As a counselor, my job is to hear, accept and understand my client as a whole person and provide strategies to achieve their goals. Growth, healing and change can be challenging and may take hard work on the part of the client and the counselor.
I graduated with an M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling in 1992. Soon thereafter, I had a burn injury that required months of rehabilitation. This experience motivated me to go to law school and help other people injured by defective products. I received my JD in 1993 and practiced law until 2018. Eventually I decided I could help people more effectively as a therapist and became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I have been in private practice for many years, working with individuals and couples across a wide range of life challenges. I have served as adjunct faculty at the Department of Education at Drake University and enjoy mentoring new counselors.
I’m also a musician — I write and perform, and have been inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013 and 2014. I find that music and therapy have more in common than most people expect: both require presence, listening, and a willingness to be surprised by what emerges.
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My theoretical orientation is attunement-centered, eclectic and includes EMDR. The primary concern for me is what will work most effectively to help my clients heal, grow and achieve their life goals. I meet with clients regarding a wide range of issues, including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and disability. We focus on effective coping strategies, setting and achieving realistic, attainable and meaningful goals, stress reduction techniques, enhancing communication skills in relationships and fostering self-esteem and self-confidence, among other things.
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If you’re considering therapy I’d be honored to be part of your process. The first step is often the hardest.
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Contact me anytime at: Rich@path2peaceiowa.com.
Brandon Foley
LMHC
My role as a counselor is to provide a safe space for individuals to honor and explore where they are at, where they have been, and where they would like to be. My approach is trauma-informed, person centered, and free of judgment. All of one’s hurts, hopes, joys, and struggles are welcome in this space as I assist clients in discovering meaning in even their most difficult experiences. Counseling is an opportunity for us to deepen our connection with ourselves in the present, while moving forward in life with greater authenticity and ability to connect with others.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa in 2011. Currently, I have a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Drake University. Prior to this, I’ve worked for ten years in Human Services; facilitating one on one counseling and group counseling with people affected by substance abuse, mental health disorders, physical and intellectual disabilities, chronic illness, grief, PTSD, LGBTQA+ issues, sexual orientation and gender identity issues, and life transitions.
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Outside of working with people, I enjoy traveling, hiking, photography, meditation, film, concerts, and cozying up to a good book next to my cat, Frankie.
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Reach Brandon at: Brandon@path2peaceiowa.com.
Lanae GreenE
T-LMHC
​Healing is communal, and you were never meant to carry your story alone. I believe that when we honor your individuality, your family, your culture, and the systems you navigate daily, real transformation becomes possible.
I invite you to walk a path of peace, healing, and self-discovery with me. This is a space where you keep it real, speak your truth, and show up exactly as you are. Bring your full experience, your culture, and your burdens, because all of it belongs here.
My goal is to help you stand firmly in your strength, reclaim your freedom, and embrace the healing that comes from living authentically. Whether you are navigating stress, relationships, identity, trauma, life transitions, or the weight of societal pressures, you are worthy of support that sees and values all of who you are.
Together, we will create a safe and affirming environment where your voice matters, your feelings are welcomed, and your truth is honored. Vulnerability takes courage, and courage lives inside you. The moments that feel the hardest often reveal strengths you never knew you carried.
Your story matters. Your healing matters. Own your journey, and let's walk this path together.
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Reach Lanae at Lanae@path2peaceiowa.com.
Marcus Walsh
T-LMHC SEP LMT
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I am a Somatic and EMDR therapist serving the Greater Des Moines Area. I am certified in Somatic Experiencing (SEP) and Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT). I interweave these with EMDR, providing a robust set of therapeutic skills.
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Trauma wounds both body and mind, impacting nonverbal memories as much as verbal. Nonverbal memories are difficult to treat with a top-down approach, typical of talk therapy. I studied somatic therapies, a bottom-up approach, in addition to the top-down approach so I could address this issue. The body has as much to say about our traumatic experiences as the talk side of the story. Somatic or Body-Oriented therapy is equally important in treating various symptoms such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, PTSD, dissociation, persistent rumination, sleeplessness, and many more.
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I attune to your story with compassion and curiosity, fostering resilience and deepening insight. We explore physiological patterns linked to trauma within the body. This implicit process typically releases suffering that can sometimes resist other forms of therapy. Addressing the physiological, relational, and cultural wounds of trauma provides healing so you live the way you want to, rather than being stuck in past experiences.
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I am a tLMHC. I graduated with my Master's in July 2025. I am a Licensed Massage Therapist and a 200 RYT yoga teacher. I have completed my certification in both Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT). I have studied mindfulness in Yoga Nidra and other yogic focuses. I completed EMDR Basic training and am working toward full certification.
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I am currently taking new clients.
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I work with individual adults. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship patterns that keep repeating, grief, or a life transition that has left you feeling lost, we’ll figure it out together.
Reach Marcus at Marcus@path2peaceiowa.com.
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Ayla Leopold
t-LMHC
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate this season alone. Whether you or your child is struggling or your family is navigating a difficult transition, I provide a safe, warm, and collaborative space where both of you feel truly supported. I believe healing begins with connection. My practice is person-centered and trauma-informed, meaning we move at a pace that feels safe and is tailored uniquely to you. I approach every client with absolute non-judgment, welcoming all emotions. Together, we will use practical, mindfulness-based tools to help you or your child regulate big emotions, calm your nervous system, and build lasting resilience.I earned a Master of Science in Counseling from Drake University in 2018, specializing in K-12 School Counseling. For the past nine years, I have served as an Elementary School Counselor within the school system. This gives me a firsthand understanding of the unique academic, social, and behavioral pressures children face today. I focus on bridging the gap between school and home by equipping busy families with realistic, actionable strategies that work.I am actively accepting new clients and would love to support your family. To check current availability or request an initial intake session, you can reach me directly by: Email: Ayla@path2peaceiowa.com Phone: (515) 514-0458.
Juanita De La Paz
intern
We might often feel that the pain we are experiencing is too overwhelming to deal with on our own. I am here to walk alongside you and help you feel supported as you navigate life’s challenges, helping you process and work through patterns in your life that have you feeling stuck. I value highlighting your strengths and identifying ways you have already adapted to adversities in your life, while helping you explore new ways of healing. Culture is also an important part of each of our lives and a source of strength for many, so I value integrating this into our work together as well. Therapy is your own unique journey, and I aim to tailor my approach to meet your needs. I am currently a practicum student at Drake University in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s program and have also earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Iowa. I also have experience working with clients dealing with suicidal ideation and other mental health crises for the past 4 years as a crisis counselor. I look forward to starting this journey with you when you are ready! You can reach me by email at Juanita@path2peaceiowa.com or by phone: (515) 329-6394.