Blue Cross Therapists in Idaho Falls, ID
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Are triggers from traumatic experiences making day-to-day life hard to manage? Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? I'm glad you're here, because therapy can help. My practice focuses on treating complex trauma and PTSD, as well as mental health concerns like anxiety and depression. I assist clients in tending to their inner wounds and help them get to a place where all the parts of themselves are accepted.
Are triggers from traumatic experiences making day-to-day life hard to manage? Feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? I'm glad you're here, because therapy can help. My practice focuses on treating complex trauma and PTSD, as well as mental health concerns like anxiety and depression. I assist clients in tending to their inner wounds and help them get to a place where all the parts of themselves are accepted.
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Michele Elsbree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Hello - I'm Michele and I've been in practice for the last 16 years working with children and families first in teen crisis center, residential housing for severe and persistent mentally ill adults, as a school counselor in both elementary and middle school setting and then in community mental health. These experiences have given me understanding of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and social pressures. I understand that many of these issues impair a person's functioning at home, school, and with their friends. I've been told that I'm both playful, insightful, and yet straightforward in my approach to therapy.
Hello - I'm Michele and I've been in practice for the last 16 years working with children and families first in teen crisis center, residential housing for severe and persistent mentally ill adults, as a school counselor in both elementary and middle school setting and then in community mental health. These experiences have given me understanding of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and social pressures. I understand that many of these issues impair a person's functioning at home, school, and with their friends. I've been told that I'm both playful, insightful, and yet straightforward in my approach to therapy.
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I'm Phil, and I have been practicing in East Idaho since 2011, specializing in substance abuse treatment, PTSD (combat veterans/military sexual trauma), couples counseling, and individuals caught in the legal system with dual diagnosis (substance abuse disorder and mental health diagnosis). My focus is to help individuals heal, empower, and become aware of their inner strengths. I provide a neutral safe space, listen to your concerns, and customize a treatment plan that's specific to you. I look forward to connecting with you and helping you work through any challenges.
I'm Phil, and I have been practicing in East Idaho since 2011, specializing in substance abuse treatment, PTSD (combat veterans/military sexual trauma), couples counseling, and individuals caught in the legal system with dual diagnosis (substance abuse disorder and mental health diagnosis). My focus is to help individuals heal, empower, and become aware of their inner strengths. I provide a neutral safe space, listen to your concerns, and customize a treatment plan that's specific to you. I look forward to connecting with you and helping you work through any challenges.
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Hi my name is Jill and I have over 25 years of counseling experience. I have worked with people of all ages treating them for a variety of mental health issues. Currently, I prefer to work with children and adults. My training is focused on helping people heal from the many experiences and issues of life including depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, attachment disorders, suicidal ideation, domestic violence, addiction, divorce, transitions, and grief and loss issues. I have extensive training and experience in treating all of these issues and more. Creating a trusted relationship with my clients is very important to me.
Hi my name is Jill and I have over 25 years of counseling experience. I have worked with people of all ages treating them for a variety of mental health issues. Currently, I prefer to work with children and adults. My training is focused on helping people heal from the many experiences and issues of life including depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, attachment disorders, suicidal ideation, domestic violence, addiction, divorce, transitions, and grief and loss issues. I have extensive training and experience in treating all of these issues and more. Creating a trusted relationship with my clients is very important to me.
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Mitch Barney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Life can be so hard and unmanageable, whether it is disappointments that have grown into depression, worries that have become crippling anxieties, or past traumas that affect us day to day. So many people feel stuck, thinking their life will always feel this way. Each of us has something in our lives that is holding us back, a limit often based on beliefs we formed in a moment of crisis or when we were small children. Those limiting beliefs bring instability, leaving us feeling broken, unable to see a way forward.
Life can be so hard and unmanageable, whether it is disappointments that have grown into depression, worries that have become crippling anxieties, or past traumas that affect us day to day. So many people feel stuck, thinking their life will always feel this way. Each of us has something in our lives that is holding us back, a limit often based on beliefs we formed in a moment of crisis or when we were small children. Those limiting beliefs bring instability, leaving us feeling broken, unable to see a way forward.
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I am here to help you realize who you really are and to express that living awareness. My intention is to create a safe environment where individuals can explore ways to overcome obstacles, release suffering, and live a more peaceful, compassionate, curious, wisdom-based, and joyful life. I also do evaluations for diagnosis/documentation of Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and intellectual functioning (e.g. Gifted/Talented; Social Security Disability).
I am here to help you realize who you really are and to express that living awareness. My intention is to create a safe environment where individuals can explore ways to overcome obstacles, release suffering, and live a more peaceful, compassionate, curious, wisdom-based, and joyful life. I also do evaluations for diagnosis/documentation of Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and intellectual functioning (e.g. Gifted/Talented; Social Security Disability).
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Tamara has 20 years of experience working with couples and individuals bringing more peace into their lives. She is certified in EMDR trauma therapy. She is passionate about helping families and individuals.
Tamara has 20 years of experience working with couples and individuals bringing more peace into their lives. She is certified in EMDR trauma therapy. She is passionate about helping families and individuals.
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Cherity Woolf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Waitlist for new clients
Healing is like throwing a pebble in the pond. When it happens, the change and growth the person/persons experience in therapy spreads to the people they love and their communities. It is my goal to work myself out of a job someday by helping individuals, families, and couples heal, cope, and learn in ways that allow them to like who they are, have fulfilling relationships, and live their best life. Whether it happens via trauma work, generational awareness and healing, relational restructuring, mental health symptom management, relationship skills, or stress/life coping and coaching, change is possible!
Healing is like throwing a pebble in the pond. When it happens, the change and growth the person/persons experience in therapy spreads to the people they love and their communities. It is my goal to work myself out of a job someday by helping individuals, families, and couples heal, cope, and learn in ways that allow them to like who they are, have fulfilling relationships, and live their best life. Whether it happens via trauma work, generational awareness and healing, relational restructuring, mental health symptom management, relationship skills, or stress/life coping and coaching, change is possible!
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Austin Fontes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
As a counselor, I believe in having self-compassion as we all try and navigate the human condition. Life throws challenges at us that, at times, feel overwhelming and seem insurmountable. Be it unhealthy relationship dynamics, absence of intimacy and loving connection, loneliness and isolation, or loss of motivation, I believe that each individual has the capacity to overcome difficult circumstances and improve their relationships with commitment from themselves and their partner.
As a counselor, I believe in having self-compassion as we all try and navigate the human condition. Life throws challenges at us that, at times, feel overwhelming and seem insurmountable. Be it unhealthy relationship dynamics, absence of intimacy and loving connection, loneliness and isolation, or loss of motivation, I believe that each individual has the capacity to overcome difficult circumstances and improve their relationships with commitment from themselves and their partner.
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I have experience and training in working with married and non-married couples on a wide variety of relational concerns such as: general marital, pre-marital and post-marital issues; conflict resolution, sexual health, relationship abuse, dating problems, etc. I am also very open and excited to work with individuals who are confronting faith crisis/transition, sexual concerns, traumatic life experience, leadership concerns, as well as many other common mental health struggles. Additionally, I have a special and personal interest in helping first-responders with any issues they may be facing.
I have experience and training in working with married and non-married couples on a wide variety of relational concerns such as: general marital, pre-marital and post-marital issues; conflict resolution, sexual health, relationship abuse, dating problems, etc. I am also very open and excited to work with individuals who are confronting faith crisis/transition, sexual concerns, traumatic life experience, leadership concerns, as well as many other common mental health struggles. Additionally, I have a special and personal interest in helping first-responders with any issues they may be facing.
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Stefanie Westover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Waitlist for new clients
Stefanie Westover, LCSW, is an attachment therapist who focuses on relationships as the key to finding meaning and joy in living. Her goal is to partner with clients to find hope so they can heal and thrive. Stefanie has experience working with parents and their children in a variety of settings for over ten years, including training foster parents, working with children in a speech-language pathology research lab, at a child development center, and in play therapy.
Stefanie Westover, LCSW, is an attachment therapist who focuses on relationships as the key to finding meaning and joy in living. Her goal is to partner with clients to find hope so they can heal and thrive. Stefanie has experience working with parents and their children in a variety of settings for over ten years, including training foster parents, working with children in a speech-language pathology research lab, at a child development center, and in play therapy.
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I truly believe that every human being has lots of innate potential. Sometimes we may need help unraveling our strengths while we work through difficult aspects of our lives. Together, I believe we can build resilience, improve our connections to others, give ourselves and others compassion for our suffering and build hope. I feel great privilege being part of my clients’ pathway of change toward a more fulfilled and aware life. As a licensed psychologist, I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults who struggle with behavioral and emotional difficulties.
I truly believe that every human being has lots of innate potential. Sometimes we may need help unraveling our strengths while we work through difficult aspects of our lives. Together, I believe we can build resilience, improve our connections to others, give ourselves and others compassion for our suffering and build hope. I feel great privilege being part of my clients’ pathway of change toward a more fulfilled and aware life. As a licensed psychologist, I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults who struggle with behavioral and emotional difficulties.
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Daniel Bradley Allen
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Waitlist for new clients
As a generalist, I welcome clients from all backgrounds and phases of life dealing with an array of life challenges. I have specific training and experience working with individuals (of all genders) with sex addiction and other problematic compulsive behaviors. As a sex addiction specialist I work extensively with people who have trauma histories and attachment injuries. I welcome clients who are gender and sexually diverse, and adult and adolescent clients.
As a generalist, I welcome clients from all backgrounds and phases of life dealing with an array of life challenges. I have specific training and experience working with individuals (of all genders) with sex addiction and other problematic compulsive behaviors. As a sex addiction specialist I work extensively with people who have trauma histories and attachment injuries. I welcome clients who are gender and sexually diverse, and adult and adolescent clients.
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Signal Hill Counseling LLC (IDAHO) is now accepting adult Medicaid and Medicare clients. Please call or text me at (208) 497-2783 to schedule your intake session.
Signal Hill Counseling LLC (IDAHO) is now accepting adult Medicaid and Medicare clients. Please call or text me at (208) 497-2783 to schedule your intake session.
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Your mental health is a priority, your happiness is essential, and your self-care is a necessity. I'm here to support you every step of the way. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to providing steady support and empowering individuals on their journey to well-being.
Your mental health is a priority, your happiness is essential, and your self-care is a necessity. I'm here to support you every step of the way. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to providing steady support and empowering individuals on their journey to well-being.
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Tiffany Love
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Waitlist for new clients
My goal as a therapist is to facilitate healing for my clients by focusing on the connection between the mind and body. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and continue to be affected by those events. Whether the trauma occurred in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood, I believe that people can find peace through the mind-body connection.
My goal as a therapist is to facilitate healing for my clients by focusing on the connection between the mind and body. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and continue to be affected by those events. Whether the trauma occurred in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood, I believe that people can find peace through the mind-body connection.
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Ronadee Thornock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! In this diverse and ever-changing world, I think we can all agree that life is hard sometimes and everyone needs someone to talk to. Attending therapy does not mean there is anything "wrong with you." Those attitudes are a thing of the past! Whether you are struggling with your mental health, life transitions, identity issues, a new diagnosis, parenting challenges, or you have simply hit a rough patch, I am here for you. I understand it can be difficult to get started so I like to make things as easy as possible by offering a safe and welcoming environment to help you feel more comfortable as we get to know each other.
Hello! In this diverse and ever-changing world, I think we can all agree that life is hard sometimes and everyone needs someone to talk to. Attending therapy does not mean there is anything "wrong with you." Those attitudes are a thing of the past! Whether you are struggling with your mental health, life transitions, identity issues, a new diagnosis, parenting challenges, or you have simply hit a rough patch, I am here for you. I understand it can be difficult to get started so I like to make things as easy as possible by offering a safe and welcoming environment to help you feel more comfortable as we get to know each other.
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Kimberly Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Recognizing and asking for help for mental health needs requires courage and strength. I honor that courage. I would like to introduce myself so that you can assess whether I am a good fit for your therapeutic work. I believe that you are the expert on your life and will strive to foster a nonjudgemental, safe environment for you to claim your ability to offer yourself trust and compassion. I will support you in your journey to allow yourself to be human, heal past wounds, and discover your authentic self. We will work to build relationships with your yourself and others that provide connection, purpose, and meaning.
Recognizing and asking for help for mental health needs requires courage and strength. I honor that courage. I would like to introduce myself so that you can assess whether I am a good fit for your therapeutic work. I believe that you are the expert on your life and will strive to foster a nonjudgemental, safe environment for you to claim your ability to offer yourself trust and compassion. I will support you in your journey to allow yourself to be human, heal past wounds, and discover your authentic self. We will work to build relationships with your yourself and others that provide connection, purpose, and meaning.
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I believe in the potential for change in all of us. With a history of working with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, and faith crisis, I have seen great things happen. I have worked with individuals, groups, couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults. Change can be difficult, but it is always possible, and we can all achieve great things.
I believe in the potential for change in all of us. With a history of working with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, and faith crisis, I have seen great things happen. I have worked with individuals, groups, couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults. Change can be difficult, but it is always possible, and we can all achieve great things.
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Hello! I’m Sara. As a counselor, I value a holistic approach and have found that growth and healing comes through understanding and accepting all parts of ourselves, connecting with our bodies and our emotions, and living authentically. I enjoy serving adolescents (13+) and adults with various concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I especially enjoy serving the LGBTQIA+ community and those experiencing faith transitions and/or religious trauma. Depending on your needs, I will use a combination of approaches including Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and sand tray/art therapy.
Hello! I’m Sara. As a counselor, I value a holistic approach and have found that growth and healing comes through understanding and accepting all parts of ourselves, connecting with our bodies and our emotions, and living authentically. I enjoy serving adolescents (13+) and adults with various concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I especially enjoy serving the LGBTQIA+ community and those experiencing faith transitions and/or religious trauma. Depending on your needs, I will use a combination of approaches including Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and sand tray/art therapy.
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Blue Cross Therapists
Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy