Intervention Therapists in Sandpoint, ID

Are you feeling suicidal? Have you been in an abusive or bullying relationship? Do you struggle finding enjoyment in life? Are you and your spouse or partner having difficulty getting along and feel you are unable to communicate effectively? I am a licensed clinical social worker and credentialed as a mental health professional by the states of Washington and Idaho. I am trained and experienced in the areas of crisis intervention, conflict resolution and mediation, domestic violence, and various mood disorders. I have worked with both teenagers and adults.

In this work I have learned to keep an open mind and an open heart. My ideal client is anyone that walks through my door needing and wanting help. It is my hope to build a relationship that opens the door for healing. This is hopefully created through empathy, compassion and connection. It is my belief that any individual can heal and learn to live in meaningful ways with authenticity. As a person of faith, I also offer Christian Biblical Counseling. It is my hope to be able to be a support to the faith community by offering licensed counseling with a Biblical perspective.

When alcohol or other drug use becomes problematic, the mind, body, and spirit are negatively impacted. Behavioral choices, when under the influence, tend to multiply life problems. This sometimes leads to feelings of hopelessness, a sense of being on a merry-go-round that never stops. Often there are feelings of guilt and shame because much of society still judges alcohol/drug misuse, believing it to be the result of a weak will or flawed moral values.

I work with people to find a path to less stress, more enjoyment & pleasure in life. Working together we can develop & enhance the experiences of your life to feel more whole and fulfilling. Create a life more satisfying; transmute stress causing difficulty into energy for working towards your goals. Sometimes we are stuck in life situations that block creativity and success. Goals often include happiness, pain relief (physical, mental, spiritual, emotional), finding passion, achievement, self-awareness, productivity, insight, more socialization, healthy relationships (a new one), freedom, joy, meaning, and contentment with life.

I have been a part of the mental health profession for over twenty years, engaging in various roles including vocational training, community engagement, crisis management and as a licensed professional counselor. My approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, always prioritizing the individual’s needs and goals, at the forefront of therapy. As life’s challenges arise, I adapt my methods to stay aligned with my clients' current situations, helping them navigate unexpected changes effectively.

I am a client centered clinician practicing in Washington State, Idaho and Hawaii. I utilize numerous approaches while incorporating my clients strengths to assist them with improving their quality of life. I am able to navigate numerous systems ( familial, employment, spiritual, social and community) to support my clients in their process for well-being and growth.