Therapists in Boise, ID

"NEVER, NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP" These are inspiring words spoken by Winston Churchill 60 years ago which applies to us in our turbulent times today. We are all involved in a myriad of transitions and changes that are impacting you individually, within your families, at work and in your schools. We are caught up in societal conflict, having to make daily decisions that impact our lives, feeling anxious about the present and future and coping with the best skills that we all have to meet the situation.

I am passionate about helping individuals and couples achieve healing and change in the warmth and safety of a therapeutic relationship. I approach each client with honor and respect as I acknowledge the courage it takes to be vulnerable and willing to change. I specialize in treating eating disorders as well as mental health issues during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. I enjoy working with a wide range of client issues and find the process most rewarding when the client is motivated and committed to the beautiful journey of self-discovery and healing.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing challenges and who need help understanding how to navigate them. I feel life is a journey and sometimes we need a little help along the way: someone who can provide acceptance, understanding and assistance. I have worked providing mental health services and addiction services. I can help you with grief and acceptance. I am passionate about helping my clients through the journey of counseling. Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives.

As a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern with training focused on relationships, I aim to help you build confidence and security as you navigate the complexities of all of the relationships within your life. Do you often find yourself struggling to connect meaningfully with others? Or have difficulties communicating with your partner and want to find a way to get on the same page? Do you feel discouraged by dating and are left wondering if you are actually the ‘problem’? I am here to help you not only gain a better understanding of yourself but also a better understanding of who you want to be moving forward.

Navigating this thing called life is not easy. We all go through struggles and need a listening ear, reassurance, and help sometimes. It takes courage to take those first steps toward change as we seek to find a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I provide a safe space for my clients to share their stories, reflect on life experiences, and increase their confidence. Through collaboration, I will assist you in identifying your stressors and coping strengths, as you build new skills and move toward healing and gaining a more balanced life.

I help my clients navigate the complexities of their relationships, both as partners and as parents. If you find yourself feeling stuck by cycling through the same argument with your partner, or if you want to reduce the overwhelm in parenting, then we will likely be a good fit. In our initial sessions, we will explore your family history to determine beliefs that you formed about relationships - both with yourself and others. My goal is to guide you in better understanding your relationship patterns so that you can heal past family trauma and attain more meaningful connections with others.

Do you find yourself asking - Who am I? or I don't know what I want to do with my life? Balancing school, work, and relationships while trying to figure out who you are and where you're going can be daunting and overwhelming. The pressure to succeed, fear of failure, and uncertainty about the future can lead to stress, anxiety, and self-doubt. Well I am here to help, I have a passion for working with individuals aged 14+ who are ready to start working on self-awareness and self-acceptance. I would love to be a part of your support system to help find confidence venturing out into this complicated world we are all a part of!

Life and relationships can be difficult and messy. At times, help is necessary to find clarity and direction as we move toward the healthiest version of ourselves. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard as we work together to address the issues which brought you into counseling. Building on professional and personal life experiences, I engage in counseling collaboratively with acceptance for who and where you are while building a therapeutic relationship which becomes a catalyst for change. I utilize an eclectic theoretical approach which best meets the needs of each individual.

There is no issue too large or small to seek assistance for. I am committed to helping my clients reach their optimal potential in mental, emotional, and social growth. I believe that self-awareness and personal identity are the very heart and core of individuals. My mission is to assist your growth by walking alongside you and providing a non-judgmental, empathetic and safe place to work through any issues, personal development, relationship concerns, and conflict. Together, we can find solutions and develop plans and skills to handle life’s twists and turns.

My approach to OCD treatment is rooted in a deep commitment to continuous learning and genuine curiosity. Inspired by Albert Einstein's words, "The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don’t know," I strive to grow every day to better support your journey. From my early years, I've always enjoyed helping others, finding joy in fostering understanding and connection. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD. Our deep understanding of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. Additionally, we have received intensive training in ERP—the gold standard treatment for OCD.

At Lifepath Counseling & Wellness we provide an array of quality mental health services to individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children. Our multidisciplinary staff provide quality treatment of anxiety disorders, grief and loss, mood disorders, PTSD, behavioral disorders, conduct problems in children and teens; LGBTQ populations, as well as stress management, addictions, and many other mental health issues. These services are provided in a positive, respectful and non-judgemental setting to people of all ages, lifestyles and backgrounds.

Waitlist Only as of mid-May - You are FRIED. Fueled on little but persistence and caffeine you keep pushing yourself forward. Yet, there’s a voice inside saying "I can’t keep doing this." You’re convinced it must be something about you – you aren’t good enough. What really sucks is you’re smart – like really smart, so it seems logical that you should be able to figure this out on your own. But you can’t think your way out of exhaustion. The positive affirmations feel like toxic positivity. Validation, empathy, and commiserating only get you so far. And some people still don't even get it. You need something more.

For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. - Timothy 1:7 ESV The therapeutic relationship can offer a source of support and guidance that improves quality of life and overall health and well-being. We work together to determine strengths, identify goals, track symptoms and monitor progress. Learning healthy and effective ways to cope, communicate, and self-care strategies can make a difference in ways you don’t even expect.

I help my clients understand the logic behind their emotions. Once they understand how their mind (logic) and heart (emotions) work, they are better able to use their new tools to reduce or stop depression, worries, pain, and relationship problems. Marriages improve and children behave better once these principles are put into place. They learn how to meet their needs in a healthier way and break the abusive cycles of behavior. I work with couples, families and individuals of all ages with a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, parenting and relationship issues.

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.

I believe that each person has the ability to learn, grow, and change. My goal is to help people discover a life that has purpose, deeply meaningful relationships, and joy. I fully believe in the benefits of not being alone while navigating the complexities of life. Virtually any issue confronting an individual can be addressed through counseling and turned into healing, empowerment, and continued inner strength. I view the therapeutic interactions with my clients as unique dynamic learning experiences in the healing process.

My belief is that everyone has the potential to heal and grow. I use a strengths-based approach to help clients identify and build upon their own strengths. I am a clinical counseling graduate student, pursuing my LPC counseling license, and I am located at The Counseling Center at Tree City in Boise. I am committed to using recovery-oriented interventions that promote resilience and empowerment. I believe that counseling can play a vital role in helping people reach their full potential.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages, genders, orientations, and backgrounds as they navigate through the challenges of life. I believe that everyone's story is unique and that it needs to be told in a comfortable and safe place, free of judgement. Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, vulnerable, afraid of making changes, and/or wondering how they will make it through the unexpected changes they are faced with. Some have experienced trauma. I help clients understand why they are suffering from certain symptoms as well as help them identify maladaptive thinking and coping skills.

I am so blessed! Over 20 years of helping people heal, grow and experience a higher quality of life has been incredibly rewarding for me. I am passionate about being a counselor, coach and teammate, I regularly see quick and noticeable improvement in the vast majority of the people that I work with. My style is to be very interactive and connected in the counseling process. I will listen to you, support you, and seek to give clarity and guidance where you have been confused. This may mean helping you heal from wounds of the past, dealing with current stressors, or helping couples communicate with more understanding and unity.