Therapists in Meridian, ID

Transform your vision into your reality. It is never too late to pursue the life you envision. Through psychotherapy and evidence-based modalities, I am committed to assisting you in overcoming challenges and achieving your personal goals. Together, we will work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life tailored to your unique needs. Let's embark on this transformative journey towards growth and success.

As a Clinical Psychologist, I am committed to empowering others to achieve freedom from fear, find hope, and embrace greater quality of life through evidence-based treatments (EBTs). Patients can expect 3 phases of treatment: 1) gain a full understanding of presenting concerns; 2) apply gold standard/EBTs in several environments; 3) patient stand as expert, generalizing their knowledge, while I sit as a consultant. I offer accurate diagnosing and treatment precision techniques with advanced modalities (e.g., bio/neurofeedback, virtual reality, etc.) and each client can expect a warm welcome from their first contact to the last.

Relationships tend to be the greatest source of both stress and joy in our lives. Whether you're enduring conflict in your marriage, with family, or children the disconnection can feel debilitating. Together we can explore the dynamics that are the source of that pain and, either as a couple or individual, breaking through the stagnation of painful conflict to find peace and connection. Specifically, with couples I appreciate and deeply understand the painful issues that are connected with sexual relationships and have tailored my education around incorporating that focus.

I aim to provide a compassionate counseling experience that will allow you to explore your inner world, confront challenges, and discover pathways to personal growth and fulfillment. With a deep commitment to empathy and understanding, I work collaboratively with all kinds of clients to navigate through their personal life's complexities, whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, navigating life transitions, and more. My therapeutic approach blends evidence-based practices with respect for each client's unique journey, fostering a collaborative relationship that promotes healing and positive change.

I am Generation "X", navigating the world with a unique, direct sense of humor, ADHD and consider authenticity to be of the utmost importance in finding a therapist.  I trust in the therapeutic process and believe that being alive gives us opportunities to learn and grow. I strive to provide a comfortable and safe space to focus on the strengths and needs of every person who comes into my office. Building rapport and trust helps break down barriers and helps to focus on issues that can be challenging to manage alone.  I have a passion for helping my clients identify, create and establish lasting change.

My clients are largely adolescents and teenagers who have experienced trauma such as physical/ emotional/sexual abuse, neglect, and loss and who are involved in juvenile justice and/or the foster care systems. My clinical training includes trauma-focused, Autism, and behavioral issues; however, I have a great deal of training with all diagnoses. My clients' goals include increased ability to cope with life-stressors, problem solving, and anger management.

When you first walk through my door, it is my goal to validate your bravery of coming in to talk about your life and the struggles you face. My goal is to assist you in walking the path towards healing the pain of hurting relationships, meeting the challenges of everyday situations and making changes in the unhealthy patterns in your life.

I have so much admiration and respect for anyone willing to seek out counseling and do the hard work of examining your life and relationships to identify areas of potential growth and change. I am honored to help provide you with a safe, affirming, judgment free space to assist with your personal journey and exploration. I believe that each individual is unique in their struggles and desires for therapy and possesses their own inner wisdom to help guide their process of growth.

When we experience trauma, life stressors, or times of crisis it is common to find ourselves struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. Often, we hold deep beliefs about ourselves or others that do not serve us. These beliefs may hold us back from our best life. I work to facilitate healing in those who are struggling to find peace with themselves and in their relationships. I believe our relationships affect our lives in nearly every aspect. Healthy relationships are born from healthy individuals. Therefore, I enjoy working with both individuals and couples in the quest for optimum mental and emotional health.

Every stage of life and relationships we have come with their own joys and challenges. The 2020s have arrived with several changes and adjustments that have been difficult and uncomfortable in many ways for everyone. In the last 30 years, helping others with their emotional, relational and spiritual health through counseling, therapy and coaching, has been my focus and it is even more important now than it has ever been.

I see you. The past isn't all you hoped it would be. The future feels like a creaky bridge across a canyon. Presently; you're not entirely sure how to take your next steps or where those steps will lead you. It can be confusing, overwhelming and maybe even unbearable. So here you are. You're looking for answers. You're looking for something to help with "all of this."

I have over 20 years of counseling experience specializing in life adjustment and transition issues, grief and loss, divorce and relationships issues, work problems, and major acute life crises events. I prefer working short-term brief counseling utilizing your EAP benefits or private pay. I am passionate about my work as a counselor. I truly love being able to facilitate change in people's life through using my wealth of experience and training in a variety of evidenced-based counseling techniques.

I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of concerns. I have a history of working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, conduct issues, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Accepting new clients- Life was designed to be enjoyed and often times we find ourselves spinning our wheels in the sand and trying the same solutions without results. Amanda wants to help clients break their difficulties down and find solutions that work for them. Amanda has experience working in the community with mental health services since 2013. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and specializes in working through past trauma.

There are many reasons why an individual or family may choose to come to counseling. A common theme that drives the decision to come to counseling is that some part of life is just not working the way you may want it to and something needs to change. Making the decision to attend counseling is not always an easy decision and taking the next step and scheduling an appointment can be even more difficult. I will do my best to help you feel comfortable and at ease as you take your courageous next step toward change.

In an increasingly complicated world, it might seem easy to lose our way and forget who we want to be. Courage can look like asking for help when life sends us challenges. I'd like to help you find your way again and walk with you as you face your challenges. My approach to therapy is like partnership and includes treating all clients with respect and compassion and exploring what matters most to you. If you feel lost or stuck in life, it may be that you've lost sight of what is important to you. Together, we can reconnect you with what and who matters most in life to help you find direction, balance, healing, and to create meaning.

Making the decision to seek a therapist is the first step to caring for yourself. My focus has always been teaching new mindsets and behaviors to create the life you want. Many people have an expectation of what they think their life should be based on family, friends, or societal expectations. People often chase happiness while dragging along their baggage from the past. But true peace comes from identifying our own expectations and what will bring us fulfillment. I encourage you to take the pressure off from trying to figure these things out alone. If you think I could be a good fit, give me a call. All clients are welcome.

Let's make your life better! As a counselor, my role is to develop a strong supportive relationship with you that feels nonjudgmental, empathetic, and supportive. I help people grow and change by helping them feel safe, empowered, and more of their "real self." My relationships with my clients provide a trusted and secure climate so they can share thoughts and feelings in confidence. By creating a good relationship that is based on mutual trust, honesty, and respect, I will help you get to where you want to be in life. Together, I'm sure we can do it! :-) I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation.

I support female identifying and non binary clients who are wanting to navigate: Religious Trauma & Deconstruction. Healing from Purity Culture. Sex and Body Positivity. Anxiety. ADHD and Autism in women.