Who We Are | quakerdalefamilyserv

Beth Andrew, LISW
Executive Director

"God has given me the gift of grace and it is my responsibility to also give this gift to all those I serve."

I take pride in being an adopted child, which has significantly influenced my journey in social work. The unwavering love of my parents has instilled in me strength, honesty, and dedication. I believe that God gifted me my parents, and I’ve cherished this blessing throughout my life. The past 33 years, I have been happily married to my wonderful husband, and together we share our home with six adorable fur babies, always eager to welcome more. Though I have spent most of my life in rural Iowa, I have embraced various opportunities to live, serve, and explore in bustling cities and abroad. I am passionate about family growth and have dedicated the last 34 years to helping families through family therapy, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Functional Family Therapy. It brings me immense joy to see families discover their inner strength, overcome challenges, and thrive. As the Executive Director, my primary role is to support the incredible work of our team. I recognize that I rely on the talents, expertise, and commitment of the Family Services/Wolfe Ranch staff to fulfill my responsibilities. I take pride in a team with over 50 years of combined experience, all dedicated to delivering the highest quality service to those who seek our support. This team embodies a love and vision to truly serve as Christ serves, which is a remarkable blessing!

Education

Masters in Social Work, University of Iowa

B.A. (Psychology) Central College (Pella, Iowa)

License and Certifications

Licensed Independent Social Worker

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy/Learning Certification

Functional Family Therapy Site Lead

Experience and Training

Family Therapy

Trauma-Informed Focus

Clinical Supervision

Administrative Supervision

Executive Director

Debbie Wilson,
Office Manager

"I truly agree with our mission and know we do make a difference in alot of lives...we need to continue."

Debbie serves as our Office Manager, numerous clients who visit our Marshalltown location. schedules patient appointments, manages insurance billing, and takes care of various other office responsibilities that often go unnoticed.

Darlene Fitkin

LMSW Trauma – Informed Specialist

Welcome! As a Trauma Informed Specialist, I bring a unique combination of specialized training and personal experiences to my practice. I believe that many fears, anxieties, and behaviors stem from past traumas. To create the most effective treatment plan, I leverage my clients' strengths to help them achieve their goals. As a Christian, I also value the inclusion of faith in God as a vital component of holistic healing. I'm aware of cultural differences and have the privilege of working with individuals diverse backgrounds. My experience includes working with: PTSD, Addiction Recovery, Families, Couples, Single Parents, Children, and Single Adults. I utilize a variety of methods to cater to my clients' needs, including: Art, CBT, EFT, Play Therapy, Talk Therapy, Therapeutic Activities, Trauma-Based Techniques, and Addiction Relapse Prevention. I offer both in-person sessions and Telehealth sessions via secure Zoom.

Our Board

KAREN - Family Services of Quakerdale excels in providing counseling to families and children both at home and in the office. Their counselors are certified professionals with extensive experience in family counseling. We invite you to consider making a donation to this organization that supports the Marshalltown Community in numerous ways. Your contribution is tax deductible. We also encourage you to visit our campus to learn more about our Family Services; we believe you'll find it enjoyable.