Therapists in Ammon, ID
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Kirsten Griggs
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCPS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83406
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor guided by the belief that everyone should have a chance for a more joyful life. My desire is to help others achieve their personal goals by providing an atmosphere of acceptance, non-judgement, and empowerment. I believes that all people have the power to change and that true happiness comes through developing and nurturing healthy relationships. I have over 25 years of experience in helping individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma/complex PTSD and childhood issues. I work with children, teens, and adults.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor guided by the belief that everyone should have a chance for a more joyful life. My desire is to help others achieve their personal goals by providing an atmosphere of acceptance, non-judgement, and empowerment. I believes that all people have the power to change and that true happiness comes through developing and nurturing healthy relationships. I have over 25 years of experience in helping individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma/complex PTSD and childhood issues. I work with children, teens, and adults.
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Annie Stermer
Counselor, LCPC, CCPS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83406
Not accepting new clients
LouAnn "Annie" Stermer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She received her Bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University and her Masters of Marital Couple and Family Counseling from Idaho State University. She has extensive experience helping individuals with a wide range of issues including marriage counseling, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, pain management, relationship issues and divorce recovery to name a few. She also works with partners of sex addicts in both individual and group therapy, from a betrayal trauma model to help them find a path of self empowerment and healing.
LouAnn "Annie" Stermer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She received her Bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University and her Masters of Marital Couple and Family Counseling from Idaho State University. She has extensive experience helping individuals with a wide range of issues including marriage counseling, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, pain management, relationship issues and divorce recovery to name a few. She also works with partners of sex addicts in both individual and group therapy, from a betrayal trauma model to help them find a path of self empowerment and healing.
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With a client-centered approach, I will collaborate closely with individuals to identify their unique strengths, challenges, and goals. By fostering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, I empower clients to explore emotions, develop coping strategies, and create sustainable pathways to resilience and growth.
With a client-centered approach, I will collaborate closely with individuals to identify their unique strengths, challenges, and goals. By fostering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, I empower clients to explore emotions, develop coping strategies, and create sustainable pathways to resilience and growth.
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My name is Sungah, but you can call me Annie. I am a dedicated behavioral health therapist committed to providing compassionate therapy services. Whether you're wrestling with overwhelming anxiety, navigating challenging life transitions, healing from past trauma, or aiming to boost your self-esteem, I'm here to offer a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.
My name is Sungah, but you can call me Annie. I am a dedicated behavioral health therapist committed to providing compassionate therapy services. Whether you're wrestling with overwhelming anxiety, navigating challenging life transitions, healing from past trauma, or aiming to boost your self-esteem, I'm here to offer a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.
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My ideal client is ready to tackle the hard obstacles in their life. I specialize in trauma work, and want to help individuals to change their internal narrative and be empowered to take control of their life. For family and couples work, communication becomes a key component of the work, and working to create shared goals as well.
My ideal client is ready to tackle the hard obstacles in their life. I specialize in trauma work, and want to help individuals to change their internal narrative and be empowered to take control of their life. For family and couples work, communication becomes a key component of the work, and working to create shared goals as well.
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Meadowbrook Counseling of Idaho
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83406
Welcome to Meadowbrook Counseling, your sanctuary for healing and growth. We are dedicated to providing personalized therapy services tailored to treat trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and more. Our skilled therapists use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focus, combined with innovative treatments like Neurofeedback, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care needed for lasting healing. We take pride in fostering a welcoming environment for all, regardless of age, gender, race, or background, ensuring every client feels valued, understood, and empowered. At Meadowbrook, we are not just therapists but also your partners in the journey to wellness, committed to helping you overcome challenges, enhance well-being, and transform your life.
Welcome to Meadowbrook Counseling, your sanctuary for healing and growth. We are dedicated to providing personalized therapy services tailored to treat trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and more. Our skilled therapists use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focus, combined with innovative treatments like Neurofeedback, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care needed for lasting healing. We take pride in fostering a welcoming environment for all, regardless of age, gender, race, or background, ensuring every client feels valued, understood, and empowered. At Meadowbrook, we are not just therapists but also your partners in the journey to wellness, committed to helping you overcome challenges, enhance well-being, and transform your life.
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I'm qualified and experienced in helping adolescents, adults, and couples with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, LGBTQ+ concerns, codependency, life transitions, and relationship problems. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal if they have a safe place to explore their feelings and experiences, and my goal is to provide that safe place in a non-judgmental, empowering way. In addition, I’m trained in EMDR, a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process and heal from trauma and other distressing life experiences.
I'm qualified and experienced in helping adolescents, adults, and couples with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, LGBTQ+ concerns, codependency, life transitions, and relationship problems. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal if they have a safe place to explore their feelings and experiences, and my goal is to provide that safe place in a non-judgmental, empowering way. In addition, I’m trained in EMDR, a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process and heal from trauma and other distressing life experiences.
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Aly provides individual psychotherapy to adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds and needs, with a special interest in the LGBTQIA+ community. As a trauma-informed therapist certified in EMDR, Aly has experience working with first responders and helping clients navigate life turning points such as grief, loss, complex trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, coming out, faith transitions, and mixed-faith marriages. Therapy sessions with Aly are conversational and often involve humor, creating a space to explore your emotions and personal narrative.
Aly provides individual psychotherapy to adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds and needs, with a special interest in the LGBTQIA+ community. As a trauma-informed therapist certified in EMDR, Aly has experience working with first responders and helping clients navigate life turning points such as grief, loss, complex trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, coming out, faith transitions, and mixed-faith marriages. Therapy sessions with Aly are conversational and often involve humor, creating a space to explore your emotions and personal narrative.
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Melissa Linning
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Ammon, ID 83401
My goal, as a therapist, is to help others create their own happiness by empowering strengths and learning to overcome weaknesses. Depression and feeling overwhelmed in work, relationships, and daily activities is a common experience for most of us. People often need help in resolving conflict with others, wish to stop a bad habit, or desire to understand their self-worth.
My goal, as a therapist, is to help others create their own happiness by empowering strengths and learning to overcome weaknesses. Depression and feeling overwhelmed in work, relationships, and daily activities is a common experience for most of us. People often need help in resolving conflict with others, wish to stop a bad habit, or desire to understand their self-worth.
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Life is a journey. It is full of highs and lows and all of the moments in between. Trying to navigate life and all of its complexities independently can be challenging. Finding someone that you can build a therapeutic relationship can make the process much more manageable. You have a person who is able to educate, support, challenge, process with, encourage, motivate, cheerlead and celebrate you as you work through the challenges presented in your life. It is nice to know you are not alone. I want to be that person for you. I consider this an honor.
Life is a journey. It is full of highs and lows and all of the moments in between. Trying to navigate life and all of its complexities independently can be challenging. Finding someone that you can build a therapeutic relationship can make the process much more manageable. You have a person who is able to educate, support, challenge, process with, encourage, motivate, cheerlead and celebrate you as you work through the challenges presented in your life. It is nice to know you are not alone. I want to be that person for you. I consider this an honor.
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Hsiang-Hua Wang
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MCoun, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83406 (Online Only)
It is never easy to feel all alone in the world wondering what it might feel like to be happy. The truth is, you are not the only one who feels this way and you deserve to have a chance to feel better. I am here to help you working through difficult times including traumas from the past.
It is never easy to feel all alone in the world wondering what it might feel like to be happy. The truth is, you are not the only one who feels this way and you deserve to have a chance to feel better. I am here to help you working through difficult times including traumas from the past.
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If you are struggling with anger, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, navigating your identity, past traumas, or relationship difficulties, you are not alone. As an empathetic Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), I specialize in supporting individuals like you who are facing multifaceted challenges.
If you are struggling with anger, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, navigating your identity, past traumas, or relationship difficulties, you are not alone. As an empathetic Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), I specialize in supporting individuals like you who are facing multifaceted challenges.
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Inner Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ammon, ID 83406
Hi, I'm Tiffany McPherson. I'm a Jungian-oriented Psychotherapist, but people also call me a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or simply a Trusted Friend. I help people who are struggling to make sense of unexpected and unwanted change in their lives, such as divorce, marital infidelity, midlife or faith transitions. Often people want to move forward and leave their messy past behind them, but they don't know how to move beyond the depression, anxiety, and failure they feel for not measuring up. I can help you sort through those messy parts, find clarity, and a new fulfilling path.
Hi, I'm Tiffany McPherson. I'm a Jungian-oriented Psychotherapist, but people also call me a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or simply a Trusted Friend. I help people who are struggling to make sense of unexpected and unwanted change in their lives, such as divorce, marital infidelity, midlife or faith transitions. Often people want to move forward and leave their messy past behind them, but they don't know how to move beyond the depression, anxiety, and failure they feel for not measuring up. I can help you sort through those messy parts, find clarity, and a new fulfilling path.
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Libby works with individual clients including adolescents (age 12 up), young adults, and adults. Libby has experience working with eating disorders/disordered eating, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, life transitions, communication, coping skills, and emotional regulation. Libby's own experience and wealth of empathy have fostered a passion for helping others build the necessary foundation for functioning successfully and happily. She believes in being her clients' trusted confidant and unwavering advocate.
Libby works with individual clients including adolescents (age 12 up), young adults, and adults. Libby has experience working with eating disorders/disordered eating, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, life transitions, communication, coping skills, and emotional regulation. Libby's own experience and wealth of empathy have fostered a passion for helping others build the necessary foundation for functioning successfully and happily. She believes in being her clients' trusted confidant and unwavering advocate.
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Kevin L Lindley
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
Ammon, ID 83406
Not accepting new clients
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS, EXCEPT COURT-ORDERED CASES. Finding a Counselor can be challenging. It's important that your counselor has quality training and experience. It's just as important to find the right "fit." I have experience working with a wide range of issues including: depression and anxiety, trauma, addictions, career concerns, and sexual issues.
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS, EXCEPT COURT-ORDERED CASES. Finding a Counselor can be challenging. It's important that your counselor has quality training and experience. It's just as important to find the right "fit." I have experience working with a wide range of issues including: depression and anxiety, trauma, addictions, career concerns, and sexual issues.
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I began my career as a counselor in the school setting in 1997. After 20 years as a school counselor, I opened up a private practice, Evergreen Counseling. i became a Registered Play Therapist in 2008 and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor in 2018. In October 2018, I received my Registered Integrative Sandtray Therapist certificate. My passion is working with children through play therapy and sand tray therapy. I am paneled with most insurance companies.
I began my career as a counselor in the school setting in 1997. After 20 years as a school counselor, I opened up a private practice, Evergreen Counseling. i became a Registered Play Therapist in 2008 and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor in 2018. In October 2018, I received my Registered Integrative Sandtray Therapist certificate. My passion is working with children through play therapy and sand tray therapy. I am paneled with most insurance companies.
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Christine Buxton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83401
If you're looking for healing and a way to move forward I’d be honored to support you on your journey. I’m a certified life coach and have a master degree in professional counselor with over 14 years of experience. I integrate research-based techniques with holistic, intuitive, and spiritual approaches to help you heal. I’m certified in EMDR, trained in IFS, mindfulness and meditation techniques, interactive guided imagery, and IADC; a new powerful grief therapy that can lead to a beautiful personal experience with your deceased loved one.
If you're looking for healing and a way to move forward I’d be honored to support you on your journey. I’m a certified life coach and have a master degree in professional counselor with over 14 years of experience. I integrate research-based techniques with holistic, intuitive, and spiritual approaches to help you heal. I’m certified in EMDR, trained in IFS, mindfulness and meditation techniques, interactive guided imagery, and IADC; a new powerful grief therapy that can lead to a beautiful personal experience with your deceased loved one.
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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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Danielle Nicole Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83406
Danielle Peterson is an eating disorder specialist ready to work with clients that struggle with different aspects of their mental health including body image, relationships, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and trauma. Danielle believes in treating clients from a strengths-based perspective and meeting her clients with compassion and respect to their story that they bring to therapy.
Danielle Peterson is an eating disorder specialist ready to work with clients that struggle with different aspects of their mental health including body image, relationships, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and trauma. Danielle believes in treating clients from a strengths-based perspective and meeting her clients with compassion and respect to their story that they bring to therapy.
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Michele Elsbree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ammon, ID 83406
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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Number of Therapists in Ammon, ID
20+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Ammon, ID who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
83% | Depression |
79% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Grief |
71% | Self Esteem |
63% | Relationship Issues |
63% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | Blue Cross |
80% | Aetna |
75% | Regence |
How Therapists in Ammon, ID see their clients
96% | In Person and Online | |
4% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
92% | Female | |
8% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.