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GRIT Therapy

Business Hours (Daytime, M-F)
712-363-8866
712-264-8849 Fax
1204 W 18th St, Spencer, IA 51301

GRIT Therapy specializes in helping First Responders and youth face life's toughest challenges with resilience and strength. With years of experience, owner/provider Meredith Frasher is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Compassionate, tailored care is provided for those that serve on the front lines and young individuals who need support during critical moments. Affiliated with First Responders Foundation.

Eligibility Criteria
Individuals ages 12-65. Most major insurance plans accepted.
Instructions for Referral

Please call/text the number above or email and then intake paperwork to the potential client will be sent. Once that is complete the individual would be contacted to set up an appointment(s).

Important Notice: Care Connections of Northern Iowa Will Close Operations on June 30, 2025

As part of Iowa’s statewide reorganization of behavioral health and disability services, Care Connections of Northern Iowa (CCNIA) will cease all operations effective June 30, 2025. Clients will be transitioned to new service coordination under the awarded Administrative Services Organization and Disability Access Points.

Providers are requested to submit all final invoices for services rendered prior to July 1, 2025, no later than August 10, 2025.

If you are a client or provider and have questions, please contact your CCNIA service coordinator or call our office at 712-264-3945.

Visit Iowa HHS for statewide transition information: https://hhs.iowa.gov/initiatives/system-alignment/behavioral-health-service-system