Kirsten Bury MSW, LISW
Offering In-Person and Telehealth Session
Kirsten is currently not accepting new clients.
Hi! Im Kirsten, Owner and Founder of Daybreak. Im a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the States of Iowa and Indiana. My clinical trainings span a range of evidence-based modalities, including EMDR, CBT, Brainspotting, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness-based approaches, and play-based interventions. I also have experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and major life transitions.
As the founder of Daybreak Counseling, I remain committed to staying informed about advances in mental health treatment, including medication management collaboration, GeneSight® testing, and QbCheck® assessments. I believe that informed, individualized care leads to better outcomes and empowers clients to make confident decisions about their mental health.
I believe you are the ultimate expert in your life and have the potential for healing within you already. Within a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment (sprinkled with a little humor), we can work together to help you meet the goals you have set for yourself. Whether this is your first time, or you’ve had therapy before, I welcome you in taking this step towards taking good care of you. My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I believe therapy is not about fixing people, but about creating space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with oneself in a way that feels safe and sustainable.
At Daybreak, I work closely with clinicians who support individuals and families navigating stress, burnout, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, and identity shifts. I value thoughtful pacing, nervous system awareness, and practical tools that clients can carry with them beyond the therapy room.
Whether someone is seeking therapy, medication services, or advanced assessments, my vision is that every client feels respected, informed, and supported throughout their care journey.
Daybreak Counseling was born from a desire to do things differently. After years of working within existing systems, I recognized the need for a practice that felt both clinically strong and deeply human, a place where care didn’t feel rushed, fragmented, or transactional.
I envisioned a practice where clinicians are supported, collaboration is encouraged, and clients receive care that adapts to their lives rather than asking them to fit into rigid structures. Daybreak was created to be that space – steady, inclusive, and responsive to the real complexities people bring with them.
Today, Daybreak Counseling continues to grow – offering therapy, medication management, telehealth services, and innovative assessment tools. While the practice has expanded, its foundation remains the same: trauma-informed care, thoughtful clinical decision-making, and genuine respect for every individual who walks through the door all in a calm and cooperative environment.
Launching and growing a private practice can feel overwhelming at times. Through my experience founding and expanding Daybreak Counseling, I’ve gained firsthand insight into what it takes to build a successful, sustainable practice. I enjoy sharing that knowledge with other mental health professionals, helping them find clarity and confidence as they establish their own path.
There are many moving parts—managing overhead, navigating insurance processes, creating effective policies, and more. If you’re interested in a consultation to discuss practice setup or growth strategies, please reach out via email Kirsten@daybreakcounselinginc.com and include “Business Consulting” in the subject line.
Outside of my work, I am a devoted mother to one son and a proud dog mom to two very loved pups. I am an avid Iowa State Cyclone and Green Bay Packers fan, a Disney enthusiast at heart, and someone who finds joy in adventuring, traveling, and making memories with my family.
At my core, I value motherhood, partnership, and creating a life rooted in intention, connection, and growth. These values shape not only my personal life, but the culture and care philosophy at Daybreak Counseling.
