Therapists in 83686
In my 40 plus years as a mental health care provider, I have found that regardless of how skilled a clinician I may be, I am only effective when I have successfully developed a working relationship with my clients. This relationship is key to addressing issues, providing encouragement, and enhancing the client's personal motivation. To make the necessary changes in thinking, beliefs and behavior, I work together with my clients to bring about about their desired goals. My areas of focus are anxiety and depressive disorders, treatment of trauma, and marital and family issues.
In my 40 plus years as a mental health care provider, I have found that regardless of how skilled a clinician I may be, I am only effective when I have successfully developed a working relationship with my clients. This relationship is key to addressing issues, providing encouragement, and enhancing the client's personal motivation. To make the necessary changes in thinking, beliefs and behavior, I work together with my clients to bring about about their desired goals. My areas of focus are anxiety and depressive disorders, treatment of trauma, and marital and family issues.
I am a Senior Mediator of Academy of Family Mediators, an Active member of Idaho Mediators Assn, an Active member of Idaho Mental Health Counselors Assn.
My philosophy is rooted in 3 pillars of commitment: first is truth, I seek to be a kind and insightful counselor. as such my interactions with clients are candid and honest, it is a core belief that we all need to hear the truth about our actions, our feelings and what we need to do to overcome the issues facing the client. This is reinforced through an experiential element in which the client is given exercises and homework assignments. The second, compassion. The third pillar is taken from the Greek philosophy of a "healthy mind and a healthy body" approach to mental wellness.
I am a Senior Mediator of Academy of Family Mediators, an Active member of Idaho Mediators Assn, an Active member of Idaho Mental Health Counselors Assn.
My philosophy is rooted in 3 pillars of commitment: first is truth, I seek to be a kind and insightful counselor. as such my interactions with clients are candid and honest, it is a core belief that we all need to hear the truth about our actions, our feelings and what we need to do to overcome the issues facing the client. This is reinforced through an experiential element in which the client is given exercises and homework assignments. The second, compassion. The third pillar is taken from the Greek philosophy of a "healthy mind and a healthy body" approach to mental wellness.
When you tired of pretending to be happy or not getting effective treatment, it's time to see me at Perma Mental Health. My passion is helping people achieve "total health" in a safe, judgment-free zone. Total health is honoring the connection between the emotional and physical (mind and body) implications of life's experiences in its entirety. I am committed to life-long learning that will promote various modalities to support wellness. One modality I utilize is ketamine therapy. It's a psychedelic medication we offer to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, pain management, and promote sobriety.
When you tired of pretending to be happy or not getting effective treatment, it's time to see me at Perma Mental Health. My passion is helping people achieve "total health" in a safe, judgment-free zone. Total health is honoring the connection between the emotional and physical (mind and body) implications of life's experiences in its entirety. I am committed to life-long learning that will promote various modalities to support wellness. One modality I utilize is ketamine therapy. It's a psychedelic medication we offer to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, pain management, and promote sobriety.
Catholic Charities offers counseling services to individuals, groups, & families of all faith traditions & backgrounds. We are committed to helping empower clients to overcome emotional and/or behavioral challenges that prevent them from achieving their full potential. We offer high quality, affordable counseling services based on psychological training & research, professional credentialing requirements, & rooted in our rich tradition of serving others as an expression of Christian love and service. Our staff bring compassion & diverse clinical experience to the services we offer. Our services are currently offered out of our office on Franklin Road in Boise, Idaho and in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Catholic Charities offers counseling services to individuals, groups, & families of all faith traditions & backgrounds. We are committed to helping empower clients to overcome emotional and/or behavioral challenges that prevent them from achieving their full potential. We offer high quality, affordable counseling services based on psychological training & research, professional credentialing requirements, & rooted in our rich tradition of serving others as an expression of Christian love and service. Our staff bring compassion & diverse clinical experience to the services we offer. Our services are currently offered out of our office on Franklin Road in Boise, Idaho and in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
My name is David Dodge, and I am a master's level Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on making authentic connection and lasting change in people's lives through a practical approach that builds from where people are at currently. I connect with others using unconditional positive regard, authenticity, and accurate empathy to create a therapeutic relationship that promotes hope and healing. I draw from many different therapeutic approaches and use what works best for you.
My name is David Dodge, and I am a master's level Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on making authentic connection and lasting change in people's lives through a practical approach that builds from where people are at currently. I connect with others using unconditional positive regard, authenticity, and accurate empathy to create a therapeutic relationship that promotes hope and healing. I draw from many different therapeutic approaches and use what works best for you.
I love working with couples to help them rebuild connection and intimacy. I also enjoy providing premarital counseling to help couples start their marriage off on solid ground. I have an extensive background at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare where I worked for 18 years. I have experience treating people with mental illness including Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I've worked with child abuse and neglect, families with children with disabilities, people on felony probation, and people impacted by substance abuse and domestic violence.
I love working with couples to help them rebuild connection and intimacy. I also enjoy providing premarital counseling to help couples start their marriage off on solid ground. I have an extensive background at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare where I worked for 18 years. I have experience treating people with mental illness including Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I've worked with child abuse and neglect, families with children with disabilities, people on felony probation, and people impacted by substance abuse and domestic violence.
Counseling is a pretty scary idea. Often, the clients that I work with have not experienced a safe relationship in a long time. The idea of sitting in a room and sharing your life story with someone seems like a recipe for betrayal and pain. At some point, though, the need for healing outweighs that risk and you choose to start working towards wellness. It is an uncomfortable, heavy, and ultimately extremely rewarding journey. I'm ready to get started with you.
Counseling is a pretty scary idea. Often, the clients that I work with have not experienced a safe relationship in a long time. The idea of sitting in a room and sharing your life story with someone seems like a recipe for betrayal and pain. At some point, though, the need for healing outweighs that risk and you choose to start working towards wellness. It is an uncomfortable, heavy, and ultimately extremely rewarding journey. I'm ready to get started with you.
Life can be difficult at times and I meet each client where "they are" in life without any judgment or criticism. Stress and anxiety can come in many forms and many ways, which can lead to feelings of being "overwhelmed." All trauma is different and each client has a different response/reaction to the same experience. I work with ALL families, couples, and individuals in processing, understanding, and learning to cope on their journey through life.
Life can be difficult at times and I meet each client where "they are" in life without any judgment or criticism. Stress and anxiety can come in many forms and many ways, which can lead to feelings of being "overwhelmed." All trauma is different and each client has a different response/reaction to the same experience. I work with ALL families, couples, and individuals in processing, understanding, and learning to cope on their journey through life.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.