Relationship Issues Therapists in Boise, ID

I love to work with individuals to navigate a variety of issues including but not limited to, life-stage transitions, self-esteem, self-exploration, communication skills, and boundary setting. I enjoy to work with kids (ages 7+) and their families to navigate anxiety, depression, self-harm, school issues, behavioral issues, family conflict, etc. I also find it rewarding to work with couples in navigating relationship issues, building connection, communication issues, boundary setting, and overall improving relationships.

I have been working with couples and families for over 25 years, specializing in relationships. I work with couples who want to improve their relationship, figure out where it's going, or end it with as much peace as possible, with families where there has been divorce and child behavior problems, and with individuals who have anxiety or depression. Therapy is based in the present and is short-term. You should see results quickly, and if you don't, something about the way therapy is going needs to change. Your time and money will not be wasted.

Do you feel stuck in a cycle that you can't get out of? Maybe with yourself , your relationship or family members? I specialize in a unique approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) that helps people get out of negative cycles by processing troubling events, patterns, and feelings. I emphasize the importance of nurturing a space where clients can talk openly so they can achieve their interpersonal and therapeutic intention. I meet with individuals, teens, young adults, couples and families.

I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are navigating a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, life transitions, trauma, and attachment difficulties. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and those in the LGBTQIA+ community who may be facing unique struggles. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is at the heart of healing. As such, I strive to create a safe, affirming, and client-centered space for all individuals. There is no therapeutic goal too big or small. If your goal is important to you, it is important to me.

People say my style is different from other counselors. "He's not the kind of counselor who just sits back and says uh-huh every few minutes." I am not shy about giving feedback and responding to my clients. Counseling is a relationship and I strive to create an engaging and healing dialogue from the beginning. Whatever your issue is, if it's not getting better with what you have been doing so far, now is the time to seek assistance. Call me to discuss your concerns and we can decide if I am the right resource for you.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or frustrated with current relationships or situations in your life? Are you wanting to make changes, but don’t know where to start? Feelings of depression, anxiety, guilt, doubt, or other difficulties can affect the quality of your life and relationships others, as well as the relationship with yourself. I can help you discover what you truly want to achieve from therapy and then begin working on your goals together in a setting where you are heard and not judged.

I use a strengths-based approach in therapy and believe that an important part of my role is to provide a safe environment and to work in partnership with clients to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with adolescents, families, groups, and adults in educational and clinical settings. My practice focuses on working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, abuse and trauma, grief and loss, family conflict, and life transitions.

I enjoy working with adolescents and adults in individual or couples therapy. I have experience in treating various mental illnesses, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My primary treatment approach utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but I like to tailor each person's sessions to fit their individual needs and preferences.

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.

Whether you are facing challenges with depression, anxiety, trauma, family and friendships, or the stress of navigating life's many changes, counseling can help! Together, we will create a space where you can explore your perspectives, boost skills, build resilience, and feel empowered in whatever setting you're in.

We all have times when we feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. You may feel unsure where to even start to begin healing or change. I partner with individuals, couples, and families to get clarity. In our work together, clients develop a new understanding of themselves and begin making movement toward change. My training and experience includes couples' issues, blended families, life transitions, parent/teen issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. With couples, I hold space for you to feel safe, gain insight about yourself and your partner, and grow your relationship stronger.

You are here because you are hopeful for change. I look forward to holding that hope with you as we work together towards your goals. As a therapist, I strive to hold space for and affirm people of all identities, and am passionate about supporting you in establishing healthy boundaries and relationships, navigating past trauma and current life transitions, and managing symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. I will use my 14 years of clinical experience, my training in trauma-informed theories such as EMDR, and my care for you as a human being to uplift your strengths and validate you throughout the entire therapeutic process.

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.

As a counselor, I strive to provide a safe, trusting, and open therapeutic environment for my clients. Allowing my clients to be vulnerable during the counseling process is an important component to healing and creating their change. Being mindfully present with my clients is among my core beliefs. I believe that being able to process through emotional difficulties, life adjustments, or mental health struggles can positively impact our daily function in all aspects of life.

I view counseling as a supportive and collaborative partnership where I assist you with working through difficult challenges. Together we will work to develop the emotional safety and support you need to make the changes you want. I know it can be hard to make changes and even hard to ask for help sometimes. I offer a compassionate, welcoming and affirming perspective backed up with tools and skills for problem resolution. With a respectful, caring and challenging environment you are able to achieve your goals.

EMDR, trauma informed therapist. I help individuals understand the human experience, their human experience, in a powerful holistic way. I believe that healing is experienced by understanding ourselves, beyond the identities, expectations, and messages we have assumed, often unconsciously, that have shaped how we experience ourselves and our world. I help individuals relieve suffering and find new ways to experience life and have a more fulfilled human experience.

I love to hear each individual's story and consider it a privilege to work with people from all different backgrounds. I provide a safe, non judgmental atmosphere so we can work together to find healing and growth. An authentic therapeutic relationship is so important when working together to help you understand yourself, the emotions that you are going through and finding coping strategies that work for you. I work with different methodologies and techniques to make it more individualized towards the needs of my clients.

Life is hard. None of us get it right all the time. My goal for the therapeutic relationship is to provide you with the awareness and skills you will need to achieve the level of functioning you desire. I believe my job as your therapist is to work myself out of a job - by teaching you what I know, helping you apply it, assessing the results and adjusting where necessary.

Healing from disordered eating and eating disorders is possible, and I am committed to supporting you on your recovery journey. My passion is to treat, raise awareness about, and dismantle the stigma surrounding addiction, eating disorders, and body image issues. As a Counselor Intern, I empower individuals through a compassionate, Health at Every Size (HAES) informed, client-centered approach. I am currently a Master’s Student in Counseling at Boise State University, working toward Idaho licensure (LPC) under the supervision of Katie Whiting, MS, LMFT.