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KYLE'S STORY
LEARN ABOUT KYLE'S JOURNEY
Kyle is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed counselor, specializing in providing mental health support to individuals, families and employers facing unique challenges. Despite facing significant personal obstacles, Kyle’s unwavering determination and passion for helping others have shaped his remarkable journey.
During his college years, Kyle excelled as a football player for the University of Iowa, where he showcased incredible talent and dedication. Unfortunately, an unforeseen accident left him paralyzed below the neck/chest. This life-altering event ignited Kyle’s drive to overcome adversity and use his experiences to empower others in similar situations.
As a mental health provider, Kyle’s primary focus is on serving individuals, families and businesses who face physical, emotional and occupational/vocational barriers. Drawing from his own journey, he has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges, struggles and opportunities as an individual who lives with quadriplegia. By combining his professional expertise with his personal experiences, Kyle offers a safe and empathetic space for his clients to explore their emotions, navigate their barriers, and find resilience in the face of adversity.
Kyle is committed to helping his clients build healthier relationships, improve communication, find effective coping strategies and develop creative solutions to their individual needs. He believes in a holistic approach that addresses the emotional, psychological, and physical well-being of individuals, families and businesses. With his guidance, clients learn to overcome limitations, embrace their strengths, and create a fulfilling and meaningful life.
In addition to his counseling practice, Kyle actively engages in advocacy work, raising awareness about the unique needs of individuals with physical disabilities. Through public speaking engagements and community involvement, he strives to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and promote inclusivity and accessibility for all.
Kyle’s unwavering dedication, genuine empathy, and lived experiences make him a trusted and inspiring mental health provider as well as an intuitive expert in identifying and adapting to disability-related obstacles. His clients find solace in his guidance, knowing that he truly understands the unique challenges they face. With Kyle as their counselor/consultant, clients and professionals discover renewed hope, resilience, and the strength to overcome any obstacles they encounter.
MISSION
Our mission is to provide compassionate counseling and support to individuals facing mental illness challenges and those recently injured, helping them navigate the complex terrain of emotional and physical struggles with empathy and expertise. We are dedicated to improving the mental and physical well-being of our clients, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives and find hope, strength, and resilience in their journeys to recovery.
TESTIMONIALS
- Patti Bahr -
MSE RESNA Fellow Bahr
Assistive Technology Consultant
"I’ve had the pleasure to work with Kyle on grant applications, presentations, and assistive technology consultations. Kyle is always generous to share how technology, communication, and mental health can create a full and meaningful life after injury."
- Hap Peterson -
U. of Iowa Hall of Fame, All-American
Two Sport Athlete: Football & Wrestling
“I have known Kyle Spading since he was a valued member of the Iowa Hawkeye Football team. As a former alum of the Iowa Football program myself, I have the privilege from time to time to meet and interact with athletes and provide mentorship to help further their development. As an athlete, Kyle was hard-working, very talented and always focused on what he could do to contribute to his team. After his injury, Kyle could have easily succumbed to the desperation of his situation, but true to his upbringing and his nature, his perseverance and drive came out. Just as it was when he donned the Iowa Hawkeye uniform, his focus and purpose was squarely trained on figuring out, "how do I add value to those around me?"! This is Kyle's true gift as an individual and a testament of his nature. Now through his work, he has created the opportunity to be a leader and help others realize their true value. When I see Kyle today, I see the same #30 I have always seen, a strong man who has a lot to contribute and is eager give back. There is a saying in sports, "Winners Win!", and Kyle knows that winning is not an event, it's a process. That process takes tremendous courage, a lot of hard work and endless focus. Kyle Spading has found a higher purpose in his life, and he continues to share how to win every day! That is what makes him a valued member of our team."
- Ricky Stanzi -
NFL Quarterback
Chiefs, Jaguars, Lions 2011-2015
“I had the pleasure of playing football with Kyle at the University of Iowa for 4 years. Kyle always brought great energy and an infectious smile. He worked hard and did things the right way. He was a great teammate to all.”
