We provide free access to trained listeners for farmers and farm families.
Your trusted four-legged companion is a great listener, but sometimes, you need a real conversation. We're here for that.
Farming - it's a tough job.
Farming demands an incredible commitment: time, work, and heart. There are times the pressure can be overwhelming, and that’s normal.
For those times you just need to talk it through, Farm Dog connects you with trained care providers: Confidential, without judgment, accessible from anywhere you are.
You can try out a telehealth trial session with no cost, and no commitment. From the tractor, the truck or anywhere else, access a trusted ear.
You can try a telehealth trial session with no cost, and no commitment. From the tractor, the truck or anywhere else, access a trusted ear.
Farming - it's a tough job.
Farming demands an incredible commitment: time, work, and heart. There are times the pressure can be overwhelming, and that’s normal.
For those times you just need to talk it through, Farm Dog connects you with trained stress coaches: Confidential, without judgment, accessible from anywhere you are.
Submit a form, we'll be in touch within 48 hours.
Want to reach out to us first instead?
Call: 1-243-567-8900
Email: firstcall@flowstate.com
Text: 1-243-4444
Submit a form, we'll be in touch within 48 hours.
Free and confidential, each session is set by you. You have access to 8 free sessions, with an opportunity to extend services.
Want to reach out to us first instead?
Call: 1-243-567-8900
Email: firstcall@flowstate.com
Text: 1-243-4444
Let’s clear the checklist:
This is just the way it is.
Maybe true. But, opening up could clear way for your to get back to solving the way you know how.
Everybody feels this way sometimes.
True also. Even more reason to not feel like you’re weak for asking for an ear.
If I just stay busy, I can get through this.
One foot in front of the other won’t walk you away from your head - and that’s where you’re at - so let’s clear it out.
I was taught we solve our own problems.
We get this. But you call for service when the combine is down - why are you different?
I don’t have time for self-care.
Schedule when it fits, and never leave your truck / tractor to take the call.
Nobody will really understand this.
We only pair you with Farm Dog approved (farmer-understanding) providers.
It’s too expensive.
We’re covering the first 6 sessions.
It’s too late now. Things are too big a mess to fix.
If you walked away from your combine in the field, what would the neighbors say? You’re the most valuable asset to your operation, don’t walk away from fixing it - no matter how bad it seems.
Everybody knows each other’s business around here.
We’re connecting you with people in Iowa, but not from next door. Confidentiality aside, we’re not going to run into you at Casey’s.
Maybe it will get better by itself.
You call the vet and mechanic when you need them - everything, and everyone, needs a check-up now and then. We’re making it easy, you just have to take the first step - click next.
A Trusted Ear: Get Free Support
Ever wish there was someone you could just talk to? We have that someone. They speak farming, and, they listen.
Reach out how you want and we’ll be in touch within 48 hours.
Free and confidential, each session is set by you. You have access to 8 free sessions, with an opportunity to extend services.
Free and confidential, each session is set by you. You have access to 8 free sessions, with an opportunity to extend services.
Who you'll talk to
Who you'll talk to
Elina Aldrich, LISW
Experience: Mental health counseling in corrections, schools, hospital settings
My parents own 90 acres and lease to a farmer that we know well
Hobbies- attempting to garden, spending time with my kids watching their activities, walking my dog, mowing my 3 acre yard uninterrupted
Who you'll talk to
Alexandrea Willson, LMSW, CADC
Experience: Counselor for 2 years, specializes in substance use disorders and trauma
My grandfather was a farmer, and my family owned a farm
Hobbies - I have three dogs and enjoy hiking and fishing
Who you'll talk to
Jane Daniel, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Experience: 40 years. Specialty training in trauma treatment, hypnotherapy for pain management, work-related burnout, and business leadership effectiveness coaching
We returned to my husband’s family farm growing corn and soybeans in 2010
Hobbies - I am an adventurous cook, bread baker, painter, and poet
Who you'll talk to
Elana Aldrich, LISW
Experience: Mental health counseling in corrections, schools, hospital settings
My parents own 90 acres and lease to a farmer
Hobbies- attempting to garden, spending time with my kids watching their activities, walking my dog, mowing my 3 acre yard uninterrupted
Meet Our Providers
Alexandrea Willson, LMSW, CADC
Experience: Therapist for 2 years, specializes in substance use disorders and trauma
My grandfather was a farmer, and my family owned a farm
Hobbies: I have three dogs and enjoy hiking and fishing
Meet Our Providers
Jane Daniel, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Experience: 40 years. Specialty training in trauma treatment, hypnotherapy for pain management, work-related burnout, and business leadership effectiveness coaching
We returned to my husband’s family farm growing corn and soybeans in 2010
Hobbies - I am an adventurous cook, bread baker, painter, and poet
Flowstate is a trusted and Farm Dog trained resource. Significant time was dedicated to selecting and providing a set of providers that are versed in farming and the unique challenges. You will be contacted by, and engage only with, a selected and an Iowa State trained and Farm Dog certified member of the Flowstate team.
Farmers deserve better support
Agriculture asks a lot of the people who keep it running. Stress and uncertainty are part of the job. But, carrying those things, doesn't have to be.
Farm Dog was created to provide easy and free access for farmers and their families to connect with confidential support from people who understand the realities of this life.
Flowstate is a trusted and Farm Dog trained resource. Significant time was dedicated to selecting and providing a set of providers that are versed in farming and the unique challenges. You will be contacted by, and engage only with, a selected and an Iowa State trained and Farm Dog certified member of the Flowstate team.
Farmers deserve better support
Agriculture asks a lot of the people who keep it running. Stress and uncertainty are part of the job. But, carrying those things, doesn't have to be.
Far Dog was created to provide easy and free access for farmers and their families to connect with confidential support from people who understand the realities of this life.