Grady Counseling Services Team

Grady Counseling Services is a trusted mental health practice located in Mason City, Iowa.
We are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based counseling for individuals, couples, and families seeking healing, support, and personal growth.

We are here to help people feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Whether you are working through trauma, strengthening your relationships, or navigating difficult emotions, our team is here to walk with you every step of the way.

Our Therapists

Bridget Grady, LMFT

Founder & Owner, Grady Counseling Services

Bridget is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Grady Counseling Services. She specializes in supporting adults through a compassionate, evidence-based approach rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR therapy.

With a calm presence and a deep commitment to healing, Bridget helps clients navigate trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and patterns that no longer serve them. She offers in-person sessions and creates a grounding, safe environment where clients can reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and move toward lasting change.

Bridget’s work is guided by the belief that everyone has the inner capacity for healing—and she is honored to walk beside clients as they rediscover their strength, clarity, and wholeness.

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Shannon Schaeffer, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Grady Counseling Services

Shannon is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who supports adults through compassionate, goal-oriented therapeutic care. She provides telehealth sessions, offering flexible access to support that meets clients where they are.

Shannon specializes in grief counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Her approach blends evidence-based techniques with a warm, steady presence, helping clients process loss and develop practical skills to navigate life’s challenges.

With a deep respect for each person’s unique story, Shannon creates a safe, encouraging space where clients can build insight, resilience, and meaningful change. She is dedicated to empowering adults to move forward with clarity, confidence, and renewed strength.

Addison Johnson, LISW

Licensed Independent Social Worker, Grady Counseling Services

Addison is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) who provides compassionate, developmentally attuned care for children, teens, and adults. With a grounding presence and a trauma-informed lens, Addison helps clients of all ages navigate challenges with curiosity, resilience, and support.

Specializing in somatic approaches and trauma-focused treatment, Addison guides clients in reconnecting with their bodies, processing difficult experiences, and building regulation skills that foster long-term healing. Whether working with a young person discovering their voice or an adult seeking deeper internal stability, Addison creates a safe, collaborative space tailored to each individual’s needs.

Rooted in empathy and respect, Addison’s work empowers clients to grow, heal, and move forward with greater connection to themselves and the world around them.

Rebecca Swopes, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Grady Counseling Services

Rebecca is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who supports adults through compassionate, evidence-based telehealth care. She provides virtual sessions that offer flexibility, comfort, and accessibility while maintaining a strong therapeutic connection.

Specializing in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused treatment, Rebecca helps clients process past experiences, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build practical tools for daily life. Her approach is grounded, attuned, and empowering—meeting clients exactly where they are in their healing journey.

With a deep commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment, Rebecca guides adults toward greater clarity, resilience, and emotional well-being. She believes in each person’s capacity for growth and works collaboratively to help clients move forward with confidence and strength.

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