Grief Therapists in Boise, ID

I work with adolescents and adults who may be coping with a variety of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, sexual orientation, gender identity, emptiness, substance use, and relationship issues. I work with individuals who are struggling with their sense of self and may feel lost, alone, and unsure where to begin. My clients want to feel more secure in who they are and more confident with how to be.

I have many years of experience working with women, children and families through being a special needs preschool teacher, children's mental health treatment manager, adoption program coordinator, and public speaker. I received my master's degree in marriage and family therapy in 2009. Through my counseling practice I endeavor to help you establish a strong, healthy outlook on life whereby you can develop to your full potential. I am passionate about helping you and your family attain positive change.

I work with individuals and couples who are seeking help to successfully navigate life transitions, relationship dynamics, health and wellness challenges, loss, grief, and bereavement. As a therapist, I consider myself an advocate for my clients; you can count on me to have faith in you and your ability to heal, grow and find peace. I respect the courage it takes to reach out for help, and whether you enter therapy to work on specific issues or to find support for daily life challenges, you will be met with an environment of respect, empathy, and acceptance.

My style is direct, down to Earth and intuitive. I prefer to use humor and common sense over clinical jargon and stuffiness. I am in the performing arts and my counseling sessions are held in my studio with all my music equipment and my dog. Most of my clients are dealing with issues related to adjustments, life transitions, relationships, self esteem, grief, and anxiety. I work with individuals/couples/families, adults and children. I am 100% freelance so I don't accommodate no-shows or frequent rescheduling. I do not accept insurance but I offer a sliding fee scale.

Currently accepting new clients and EMDR trained. People I help want to feel better quickly and my goal is to help you feel better as soon as possible so that they can move on into your better life. People have reported our work together has been invaluable in providing relief to past trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, family struggles, problems with marriage and relationships, sexual issues, loss and grief, issues related to age and life transitions, LGBTQIA+, social justice and race issues, military veterans and first-responder issues, and historical and multigenerational trauma issues.

Therapy is a healing journey. My role in that process is to work collaboratively with you to identify struggles and issues, and agree upon a therapeutic approach to help create hope and achieve goals that will bring about positive life changes, such as emotional healing, resiliency, improved mood, increased self-esteem, personal insight and growth, increased self-determination, effective coping skills, improved interpersonal relationships, and an increased sense of empowerment. The Certificate in Human Rights I have from BSU adds to my ability to connect with people from a multicultural perspective and with cultural competence.

Trauma, loss, interpersonal struggles, life stressors, and emotional pain are hardships everyone faces in some form, but each individual is impacted differently. Counseling can offer a safe and inclusive space that treats each person as a unique individual and allows them to feel heard, validated, and respected. Although I can help provide guidance and insight, I believe that you are the expert of you. Counseling can be a space to process your emotions and experiences while gaining empowerment, confidence, and the tools to make changes and decisions on your own.

You want to find a counselor that you feel you can be your true self with. A breath of relief, someone you can kick off your shoes and laugh and cry with. You want a counselor that's real and authentic. I believe that, too, & that you deserve to thrive, not just survive. Your brain can heal, just like how muscles recover after a workout. When collaborating with clients on their therapy goals, I see through lenses of trauma, relational connections to others, and how the brain and body work together in order to consider all factors and systems that make up a person and their experience.

My counseling philosophy involves allowing a client to be themselves and working to meet them "wherever they may be on their own self discovery journey". I have been in the counseling field for over 20 years and have tremendous experience working with several populations. I have learned that individuals have the innate capacity to grow and become their best selves, given an environment in which they can do so. Asking for help to do this can be very difficult. Regardless of the obstacles in your life, you have the capacity to move forward.

We believe in meeting the client where they are at. We believe in choice. We believe in joy. We believe in helping you find the answers not in telling you the answers. We believe in being trained properly to work with children. We believe in working with all ages, races, cultures and gender choice. We believe in utilizing all resources that we have at our fingertips. We believe that if we don't have an answer in finding an answer. We believe in having integrity. We believe in being honest. We believe in having compassion and last but not least we believe in faith, hope and charity.

Hello, I’m Madison Molino, LCSW, founder of Groundwork Therapy Center. I offer virtual therapy sessions, providing convenient access to support. My practice is open to adults from all backgrounds, providing a safe and inclusive space where every experience is respected. I specialize in trauma-informed care using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and other psychotherapy interventions to assist with trauma, grief, emotional regulation, relationship issues, building resilience, and more.

I understand that life happens and that during these difficult times a bit of reflection, guidance and contemplation may be needed to direct us towards the path that allows us to become the best and most authentic version of ourselves. My services are inclusive meaning I work with everyone and exclude nobody. Those who feel they cannot be themselves due to judgements or expectations of others are offered an empathic and understanding environment to explore what they really want to be and or achieve in life. I meet you where you are in this very moment and YOU decide the direction of your path.

Are you struggling with loss, life changes, or unresolved trauma? You don't have to face it alone. I specialize in providing compassionate, person-centered counseling that honors your unique experience. My approach is inclusive and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for you to explore your emotions and begin the healing process. Grief and trauma can feel overwhelming, but together, we can work through the pain to find meaning and hope. I believe in the power of a therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and understanding, and I am here to support you.

I'm a PhD level registered/board-certified art therapist (AT). Along with AT, I use Photo Therapy, play, sand tray, bilateral & sensory techniques. Words alone aren't enough to express what is felt. We have emotion, body & mind memories when individuals are faced with the complex issues of grief, violence, abuse, neglect or coping with a disability. That is why AT needs to become an integral part of the treatment. Art therapy gives you a voice to express a wide range of emotions/experiences & helps you work through conflicts & traumas. (Any age or issues. NO ART SKILLS NEEDED. )

Have you experienced the loss of a loved one and need to talk to someone who understands grief? I am Certified in Thanatology: Death, Dying, and Bereavement through the Association for Death Education and Counseling, and specialize in grieving, bereavement, and the dying process. I have experience with bereaved parents and spouses, as well as survivors of suicide and homicide. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Therapy, and have helped many individuals overcome PTSD and other types of psychological trauma. I have specialized training and experience with issues related to aging, chronic and terminal illness, and end of life issues.

I have had many professional lives, but the thread between all of them has been a desire to help people. Like so many, I found myself impacted by a corporate layoff in February 2023. Although a difficult experience, it has been the inspiration for me to re-focus on what I am truly passionate about. In September 2023, I opened my own Intuitive Living Therapy practice to help people reduce suffering in their lives. I believe that through intuitive living we all have the ability celebrate our authentic selves. I want to teach you how to trust yourself, so you stop letting the world tell you your story.

Are you ready for a change? You may be functioning in your life, yet something in you is asking for your attention. Or maybe a recent diagnosis, loss, life transition, or stress may have you questioning how you’ve been living until now. Perhaps you are ready to face something that you’ve resisted in the past out of habit, fear, or a sense of being existentially stuck. Or maybe you know your story, and have a desire to deepen your understanding of yourself but don’t know how to get there.

I acknowledge that the decision to seek out healing in the form of counseling is a courageous act. I consider it a privilege and an honor to work with people who want to find balance in their lives. I provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where we can work collaboratively. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship can provide the context for transformative healing and growth. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

It is not easy to start the process of looking for support and help when life feels challenging. It can be very stressful looking for someone to guide us through difficult times. Today you are here taking the first step in helping yourself to find balance again. I work with children and adults going through the challenging road of loss and grief. My approach is a holistic approach to grieving. Together we will explore the stages of grief and finding meaning in the process.