Covenant Family Solutions

Dhavalkumar Patel, MS, TLMHC

(He/Him/His)

Licensed Mental Healthcare Provider

"Don't be afraid of me or of yourself. Trust the process and let the emotions flow."

Dhavalkumar Patel (or Dhavy, as we call him) recognizes that there is a lot of hurt and fear in the world. As your therapist, he would like to do his part to alleviate at least a little bit of it in your life.
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Master of Science in Education, Counselor Education, 2019
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL

Bachelor of Science, Psychology, 2017
Iowa State University, Ames, IA

Dhavy's Areas
of Expertise

Anxiety, ADHD, Chronic and Severe Illness, Co-Parenting, Depression, Divorce, Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Parenting, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, Suicidal Thoughts, Trauma, Persons of Color

Offering Mental Health Therapy Services For

Teens, Adults, Couples, & Families

Treatment
Methods

Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Experiential Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma Informed Care

Get to Know Dhavy

Selecting a mental health provider is a very personal decision. Learn a bit more about Dhavy and what to expect when you or a loved one receive care with us at Covenant Family Solutions. Our mission is to unleash your potential.

Dhavalkumar Patel (or Dhavy, as we call him) recognizes that there is a lot of hurt and fear in the world. As your therapist, he would like to do his part to alleviate at least a little bit of it in your life.

Come as You Are

When you meet Dhavy, you will instantly notice his calm and relaxed personality. When you are entering therapy, please know that Dhavy is very open and supportive of you being you without judgement or stereotypes. He encourages you to be the the author of your therapy journey.

Your “Aha” Moment is Just Around the Corner

Perhaps you are feeling lost and confused. Dhavy wants you to know that there is always hope. In fact, your “aha!” moment and the answers you’ve been searching for may be just around the corner. It does take hard work and dedication to overcome the roadblocks in your path and achieve your goals. But, it IS possible.

Food for Thought?

Outside of the office, Dhavy is a chef at heart. He likes to try to learn a new dish every month and has been cooking since he was a teenager. At some point he’d even love to open a food cart!

If you are ready to try out a new recipe for your mental health, please reach out to schedule an appointment with Dhavy. He is looking forward to supporting you on your path to unleashing your potential!

Request an Appointment with Dhavy

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Congratulations on taking this first step in achieving your goals. If you have never been seen by Dhavy before, please complete the form below to schedule a time to set up your first appointment. If you are a current or past client, please send us a message or call 1-888-336-9661.

515-509-6551

CLINIC HOURS
Monday thru Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

AMES CLINIC
515 Grand Ave #101
Ames, IA 50010

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