Female Therapists in West Bench, Boise, ID

Let's work together on making a positive change in your life. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I work to foster an accepting, positive, and open atmosphere in my counseling practice, and I am glad to help any client that wants to create upward and forward momentum in his or her life. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and attorney with 14 years of clinical experience and 24 years of criminal and family law experience. My counseling practice includes working with adults, children, couples, and families on a variety of issues.

My focus is to assist individuals with self-empowerment, healing, instill hope, and personal growth and insight.

We each have a story to tell. Our stories shape our perceptions of the past and our feelings for the future. It is empowering when we can tell our stories. My approach is to recognize your strengths, honor your innate wisdom, and provide a place for you to tell your story in an atmosphere of warmth, understanding, and acceptance. Through this process you will find opportunities to gain insight and resolve difficulties, and may discover a renewed sense of purpose and meaning in your life. Therapy is a creative and collaborative process and one that I hope you will enjoy.

Frustrated at not knowing what is going on, feeling like you are going crazy, and having those around you not understand your struggles. There are always those who say, "Put the past behind you and move on; smile and think positive thoughts and you will feel better." Unfortunately, these people only add to the frustration of an already hard situation. At times you may wonder if things will ever get better and if you will ever gain any control over your life. You also need a therapist who understands that your time is precious and you need practical ways of dealing with the day to day problems mental health issues create.

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor providing individual therapy via telehealth. I integrate mindfulness with elements of cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies to help you navigate the challenges of life. My specialty is working with adult women who struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, as well as those recovering from emotionally abusive relationships. I come from a place of compassion and acceptance, and strive to help you utilize your strengths to develop the mindset and skills needed to be the best possible version of yourself.

I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are in need of support with life stressors, relationship challenges, emotional concerns and skills training to help manage everyday life challenges. I utilize a client focused approach where my first priority is always to develop a safe and comfortable relationship which serves as the basis to begin exploring the more challenging aspects of life and promote overall wellness. Ultimately, I want to help clients clearly identify specific obstacles, learn how to overcome them, and then move on to accomplish their goals.

The human experience presents various challenges. Sometimes we need support carving out our unique path. I offer emotional support, and provide encouragement as clients pursue their emotional, physical, and mental health goals. I take great care in providing a safe space as clients process difficult emotions and work on healing from painful experiences. I help clients identify and develop their strengths, improve the quality of their relationships, and discover deeper meaning and purpose in their lives. I view counseling as a collaborative process, and I tailor my approach to complement each person’s unique needs and circumstances.

I see clients of various backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, and religious beliefs. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment so clients feel empowered to make their own decisions.

I will be accepting new clients starting August 2024! You might be feeling like your past wounds or current hardships have taken away your joy. You might feel stuck in a loop that feels difficult to cope with. Or you might be in a season where you know deep down you will eventually move through it but you don't want to do it alone. There is power in inviting an outside, trusted professional into your story in order to process your thoughts and emotions. It is one of the greatest honors of my life to join others in their journey.

There are times when we are not sure how to help ourselves or our children through challenges in our lives. It can be difficult to move forward with trauma or know how to support our child's mental health needs. My goal is to help you identify the goals you want to work on to enhance your life and move towards wellness. Using techniques such as play therapy and EMDR help my clients resolve difficulties and recover from trauma.

I use EMDR and talk therapy to assist each person to build insight and awareness and help you live your best life. I specialize in trauma, for some it's a single traumatic event and for others it can be multiple smaller events. These issues often present as depression, anxiety, lack of motivation or choosing to keep busy all the time. Please feel free to message me to ask about the process or set up a consultation.

I enjoy working with individuals who are open and ready to work for what they need. They may need assistance coping with daily stress or transitioning to a different stage of life. My hope is that we can work together to establish achievable goals and identify strategies that will be effective for you as an individual.

Currently NOT Accepting New Clients. Tuesday - Friday between 9:30 and 3:30. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) enjoys working with adolescents and adults who suffer from a variety of disorders such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, self-esteem issues, divorce, relationship difficulties, grief, self-harm, etc. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) to address PTSD and trauma related symptoms. In addition to clinical counseling experience, worked in elementary and secondary education as both a teacher and a school counselor for 10 years. Session fee $125-$240.

Currently accepting new clients. Difficult life experiences and obstacles can impact your ability to thrive - experiencing life as if you're going through the motions without purpose and direction. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or guilt. You may begin to experience a lack of motivation, feeling out of control, and you may want to avoid or numb the feelings altogether. You would like to feel differently, but you don't know where to begin. Together, we will work on reducing guilt and shame, increasing empowerment, and meeting your personal goals.

I specialize in working with children, teenagers, and young adult women, and my work often focuses on overcoming behavioral problems, emotional concerns, and relationship challenges. My first priority is always to develop a safe and comfortable relationship which serves as the basis to begin exploring the more challenging aspects of life. I have an outgoing personality which helps children and teens become interested and engaged, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with these age groups. Ultimately, I want to help clients clearly identify specific obstacles, learn how to overcome them, and then move on to accomplish their goals.

Creating lasting positive changes in marriages, families, and individuals through compassionate, ethical relationships based in resiliency and recovery. We have licensed counselors as well as graduate level interns with sessions starting at just $20. We accept most major insurances as well as Medicaid! We have 2 sites to accommodate your location, in Meridian and in Boise. We are also offering telehealth sessions based on clients' request.

I work with issues related to anxiety, depression, religious trauma, medical trauma, PTSD, CPSTD, ADHD, life transitions/adjustments, LGBTQ+, Aspergers/Autism, Attachment, Personality Disorders, emotional dysregulation, Chronic Illnesses, Immunodeficiency Disorders, and cancer. I can assist you to tap into your strengths and to make the lasting changes you want to see in your life.

Update 10/24/23: I currently have openings for new clients. Your partner complains that you are too disorganized and scattered. In fact, they complain they have to be your private secretary. It’s impossible to find anything. You missed another dentist appointment and now they won’t even let you make another. Your boss yelled at you for being late again. Or if you are a student, you forgot to turn in the homework assignment. Nobody seems to have much sympathy and now people seem annoyed at you. You don't know how much longer you can keep your life moving forward and negative thoughts toward yourself keep growing.

I have worked extensively for the past ten years with individuals who have various mental health diagnosis. I enjoy working with families/couples in finding a resolve to the struggles we face daily as well as with children who are living with unresolved past traumas. I love working with children utilizing play therapy techniques and watch them begin their healing process. I offer EMDR for treating past traumas, anxiety and depression both with children and adults.