Family Life Services

A thriving family life sometimes takes a village. Guiding Star Marshalltown seeks to honor the daily work and learning of women, men, and children with enriching support and family services in Marshalltown.

We serve Marshalltown families with:

  • Drop-in child watch for families using our Guiding Star Center
  • Family life classes
  • Materials and family life resources

Child watch is a great service that offers a safe place for children to play while their parents visit Guiding Star to recharge and re-engage the sacred task of parenting.

Brooke Bensema,  Faith-Based Counselor

 
 
We’re thrilled to welcome Brooke Bensema to Guiding Star Marshalltown! Currently completing her internship for a Master’s degree in Christian Counseling, Brooke has a strong foundation in pastoral and behavioral health and a heart for empathy-driven, trauma-informed care.
 
Brooke is here to support individuals facing a variety of challenges, including:
 
🌟 Trauma & abuse recovery
🌟 Infertility & postpartum struggles
🌟 Anxiety & depression management
🌟 Marriage & relationship guidance
 
Brooke believes each person’s story is unique and approaches counseling with compassion and respect, meeting clients wherever they are on their journey. She is currently serving clients and has room for new openings.
 
If you’re looking for guidance through life’s deepest challenges, Brooke is here to help.
 
Contact us to learn more or to schedule an appointment.
 
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