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Leann W Vaterlaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703
My expertise is in Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT)—an evidence-based treatment for many disorders, including eating disorders, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and personality disorders.
No one feels shame when they need an “adjustment” at the chiropractor and I see counseling that way—an adjustment in our thinking/functioning that we all need from time to time. Finding the right therapist is important and most of the power of therapy happens when you feel understood, validated, and appreciated. I have a warm and loving personality and I use a direct style to get to the heart of the problem. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother with a lifetime of good and bad experiences that allow me to empathize with a wide variety of people and challenges.
My expertise is in Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT)—an evidence-based treatment for many disorders, including eating disorders, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and personality disorders.
No one feels shame when they need an “adjustment” at the chiropractor and I see counseling that way—an adjustment in our thinking/functioning that we all need from time to time. Finding the right therapist is important and most of the power of therapy happens when you feel understood, validated, and appreciated. I have a warm and loving personality and I use a direct style to get to the heart of the problem. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother with a lifetime of good and bad experiences that allow me to empathize with a wide variety of people and challenges.
(208) 285-3326 View (208) 285-3326
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Suzanne Burton
Counselor, LCPC, MCoun, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83709
Currently unable to accept new clients. I offer a comforting presence, a wealth of human experience, and expertise in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, suicidal thoughts, sexual abuse, relationship issues, anger management, LGBT issues, aging, and adjusting to change. I would be honored to join you in a journey to bring balance and satisfaction into your life. I have worked extensively with incarcerated individuals/their families and young adults struggling through major life transitions. I am licensed in Utah and Idaho. Email me for possible availability - I have occasional openings.
Currently unable to accept new clients. I offer a comforting presence, a wealth of human experience, and expertise in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, suicidal thoughts, sexual abuse, relationship issues, anger management, LGBT issues, aging, and adjusting to change. I would be honored to join you in a journey to bring balance and satisfaction into your life. I have worked extensively with incarcerated individuals/their families and young adults struggling through major life transitions. I am licensed in Utah and Idaho. Email me for possible availability - I have occasional openings.
(208) 273-9659 View (208) 273-9659
Lisa M Tovar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-ID, LCSW-OR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83701
Hello and welcome to Treasure Valley Counseling and Wellness! Opening your heart and soul to a stranger is intimidating, but it is the first step to healing your inner self. I'm Lisa Tovar- Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in treatment for mood disorders, grief and loss, depression and anxiety. I've worked in the mental health field and crisis intervention for over 14 years. I have worked in the hospital and medical clinic settings for ten years and genuinely love what I do. I am passionate about trauma informed care, suicide prevention, and making my clients feel safe and secure.
Hello and welcome to Treasure Valley Counseling and Wellness! Opening your heart and soul to a stranger is intimidating, but it is the first step to healing your inner self. I'm Lisa Tovar- Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in treatment for mood disorders, grief and loss, depression and anxiety. I've worked in the mental health field and crisis intervention for over 14 years. I have worked in the hospital and medical clinic settings for ten years and genuinely love what I do. I am passionate about trauma informed care, suicide prevention, and making my clients feel safe and secure.
(208) 877-6076 View (208) 877-6076
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Lexy E Wilson
LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702  (Online Only)
My specialties include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, life transitions, sexual abuse, relationship problems, domestic abuse / narcissistic abuse survivors, teen issues, and religious/spiritual transitions, or exploration.
Limited openings - Telehealth Only - Are you ready to put in the hard work necessary to pursue meaningful change in your life? If so, I may be the right therapist for you. In working together, we can cultivate a greater sense of self-awareness, empowerment, boundary setting, and develop goals for your future. I am a therapist passionate about empowering my clients to reach their greatest potential by working through past traumas and negative core beliefs in order to create lasting change. As a therapist, I have experience working with clients across the lifespan including children, teens, and adults.
My specialties include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, life transitions, sexual abuse, relationship problems, domestic abuse / narcissistic abuse survivors, teen issues, and religious/spiritual transitions, or exploration.
Limited openings - Telehealth Only - Are you ready to put in the hard work necessary to pursue meaningful change in your life? If so, I may be the right therapist for you. In working together, we can cultivate a greater sense of self-awareness, empowerment, boundary setting, and develop goals for your future. I am a therapist passionate about empowering my clients to reach their greatest potential by working through past traumas and negative core beliefs in order to create lasting change. As a therapist, I have experience working with clients across the lifespan including children, teens, and adults.
(208) 759-5288 View (208) 759-5288
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Elena Marchesan Lopez
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CRC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83704  (Online Only)
Elena is experienced working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, and has a passion for transition youth at risk. With strength-based interventions she hopes to empower her clients to their fullest potential; adding in play therapy, somatic approaches to foster an engaging and accepting therapeutic environment. With the four languages she speaks, she hopes to continue to bring access to counseling services to various communities in need by proving Telehealth to clients living in rural areas.
Elena is experienced working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, and has a passion for transition youth at risk. With strength-based interventions she hopes to empower her clients to their fullest potential; adding in play therapy, somatic approaches to foster an engaging and accepting therapeutic environment. With the four languages she speaks, she hopes to continue to bring access to counseling services to various communities in need by proving Telehealth to clients living in rural areas.
(208) 506-2520 View (208) 506-2520
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Anita A Collier
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83704
My counseling philosophy involves allowing a client to be themselves and working to meet them "wherever they may be on their own self discovery journey". I have been in the counseling field for over 20 years and have tremendous experience working with several populations. I have learned that individuals have the innate capacity to grow and become their best selves, given an environment in which they can do so. Asking for help to do this can be very difficult. Regardless of the obstacles in your life, you have the capacity to move forward.
My counseling philosophy involves allowing a client to be themselves and working to meet them "wherever they may be on their own self discovery journey". I have been in the counseling field for over 20 years and have tremendous experience working with several populations. I have learned that individuals have the innate capacity to grow and become their best selves, given an environment in which they can do so. Asking for help to do this can be very difficult. Regardless of the obstacles in your life, you have the capacity to move forward.
(208) 584-5398 View (208) 584-5398
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Communal Change, LLC.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83706  (Online Only)
Welcome! I would be honored to help you in your healing, assist you in learning to manage life’s difficulties, cope well, become more resilient, be your best self, explore who you are, or simply become aware of your inner strengths. I have a sense of humor and understand providing a neutral safe space to listen. I am an experienced clinician & I will work with you in customizing a treatment plan. If you would like to have a collaborative therapeutic relationship, you are in the right place. I do individual, couples, & family therapy online in Idaho, I have a calendar you can schedule on, if you’d rather get into therapy immediately.
Welcome! I would be honored to help you in your healing, assist you in learning to manage life’s difficulties, cope well, become more resilient, be your best self, explore who you are, or simply become aware of your inner strengths. I have a sense of humor and understand providing a neutral safe space to listen. I am an experienced clinician & I will work with you in customizing a treatment plan. If you would like to have a collaborative therapeutic relationship, you are in the right place. I do individual, couples, & family therapy online in Idaho, I have a calendar you can schedule on, if you’d rather get into therapy immediately.
(208) 603-4237 View (208) 603-4237
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Heather Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83713
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with pre-teens, teens and adults doing both individual and couples counseling. New clients can visit my website to view my availability and fill out a form requesting services.
I enjoy working with pre-teens, teens and adults doing both individual and couples counseling. New clients can visit my website to view my availability and fill out a form requesting services.
(208) 547-6768 View (208) 547-6768
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Rebecca Mills
Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83706
Being human is hard. Not only can it be hard but for many individuals being seen, heard and understood are missing from their life experience. I know what it is like to feel overwhelmed, stuck, frustrated, confused, to live in unresolved trauma and how this existence can impact mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. I choose counseling as a way to serve others because I have experienced my own chronic and complex trauma. I provide gentle guidance to individuals actively living in their trauma, experiencing daily anxiety, cPTSD, mood disorders, and neurodivergent humans wanting to heal from ableism. There is hope.
Being human is hard. Not only can it be hard but for many individuals being seen, heard and understood are missing from their life experience. I know what it is like to feel overwhelmed, stuck, frustrated, confused, to live in unresolved trauma and how this existence can impact mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. I choose counseling as a way to serve others because I have experienced my own chronic and complex trauma. I provide gentle guidance to individuals actively living in their trauma, experiencing daily anxiety, cPTSD, mood disorders, and neurodivergent humans wanting to heal from ableism. There is hope.
(208) 508-1790 View (208) 508-1790
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Isabel Menchaca
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83706
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with trauma. While I have a particular focus on working with issues around sexual trauma, sexuality and gender, and religious trauma, I work with trauma of all kinds. I believe that our behaviors, thoughts, physical sensations, worldviews, and ways of being are parts of us that all have stories, waiting to be heard and explored if they are given the opportunity. Giving these parts of us care and attention builds our emotional intelligence, essential to improving not only our lives, but also the lives of those around us in our close relationships and communities.
I specialize in working with trauma. While I have a particular focus on working with issues around sexual trauma, sexuality and gender, and religious trauma, I work with trauma of all kinds. I believe that our behaviors, thoughts, physical sensations, worldviews, and ways of being are parts of us that all have stories, waiting to be heard and explored if they are given the opportunity. Giving these parts of us care and attention builds our emotional intelligence, essential to improving not only our lives, but also the lives of those around us in our close relationships and communities.
(208) 428-5280 View (208) 428-5280
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Jamie K Lange
Counselor, MACoun, LCPC, NCC, MA Comm, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
Coming to counseling does not mean you are broken, it means you have made a courageous choice to heal. I see humans as extraordinary beings who have the capacity to look inward to find the places most in need of love, compassion, and acceptance. Together, we create the world in which you will shine the brightest. Looking at yourself through a holistic lens where we connect the mind, body, an spirit, you can heal yourself. This modality offers an efficient and effective process to healing that is extraordinary. In November of 2022, I hosted my first Women's Healing and Empowerment Yoga Therapy workshop. It was so magical! Join me!
Coming to counseling does not mean you are broken, it means you have made a courageous choice to heal. I see humans as extraordinary beings who have the capacity to look inward to find the places most in need of love, compassion, and acceptance. Together, we create the world in which you will shine the brightest. Looking at yourself through a holistic lens where we connect the mind, body, an spirit, you can heal yourself. This modality offers an efficient and effective process to healing that is extraordinary. In November of 2022, I hosted my first Women's Healing and Empowerment Yoga Therapy workshop. It was so magical! Join me!
(208) 647-4435 View (208) 647-4435
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Aisha Abimbola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83704
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.
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.
(986) 300-2152 View (986) 300-2152
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Valerie Platt
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83705  (Online Only)
Telehealth therapy only - Please visit my website for my direct contact information. I appreciate the courage it takes to seek therapy and I consider the therapeutic relationship a privilege. I specialize in adult mental health therapy, with a focus on navigating the complexities of depression, trauma, and addiction. I collaborate with individuals to understand the underlying factors contributing to their challenges while helping build practical coping mechanisms and cultivate a strength-based mindset.
Telehealth therapy only - Please visit my website for my direct contact information. I appreciate the courage it takes to seek therapy and I consider the therapeutic relationship a privilege. I specialize in adult mental health therapy, with a focus on navigating the complexities of depression, trauma, and addiction. I collaborate with individuals to understand the underlying factors contributing to their challenges while helping build practical coping mechanisms and cultivate a strength-based mindset.
(208) 502-2741 View (208) 502-2741
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Janet H Cardoza
Counselor, L, C, P
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703
I am best with clients ready to look into the painful parts of themselves and their pasts. This allows them to understand and embrace those parts with the help of a "fellow traveler". I seek a place of equality and compassion and I walk with my clients through the darkness.
I am best with clients ready to look into the painful parts of themselves and their pasts. This allows them to understand and embrace those parts with the help of a "fellow traveler". I seek a place of equality and compassion and I walk with my clients through the darkness.
(208) 505-9916 View (208) 505-9916
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Kathy Rodgers Lcpc
LCPC, QP
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703  (Online Only)
For the last twenty years, I have worked in the field of mental health, special education, and substance abuse treatment. I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. My approach is down to earth and inviting, and although I am a general practitioner, I have an affinity for working with adolescents, couples, and families.
For the last twenty years, I have worked in the field of mental health, special education, and substance abuse treatment. I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. My approach is down to earth and inviting, and although I am a general practitioner, I have an affinity for working with adolescents, couples, and families.
(208) 258-7385 View (208) 258-7385
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Gena Hunsaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83712
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
(208) 213-2753 View (208) 213-2753
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Lianna Erickson-Trembath
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, AADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83706
You are an amazing human being! We all need to be reminded of our value and purpose in life. Getting a different perspective on life can create awareness and ignite positive change. I specialize in creating balance for the mind, body and spirit by offering a safe, accepting, and open space for you to experience your healing process. I am honored to be with you as you have the courage to make positive changes in your life. Don't know where to begin, that's okay, together we will start your self-discovery today! It's time for you to reclaim your value and worth!
You are an amazing human being! We all need to be reminded of our value and purpose in life. Getting a different perspective on life can create awareness and ignite positive change. I specialize in creating balance for the mind, body and spirit by offering a safe, accepting, and open space for you to experience your healing process. I am honored to be with you as you have the courage to make positive changes in your life. Don't know where to begin, that's okay, together we will start your self-discovery today! It's time for you to reclaim your value and worth!
(208) 415-1806 View (208) 415-1806
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Amy S. Orlovich
Counselor, MA, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703
Waters Gone By Counseling Healing from the Past, Hope for the Future www.watersgoneby.com I specialize in a number of different counseling issues including anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and life issues with people in many different ages and stages. I use the therapeutic relationship in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as EMDR in my counseling approach. I provide therapy in Idaho and coaching out of state.
Waters Gone By Counseling Healing from the Past, Hope for the Future www.watersgoneby.com I specialize in a number of different counseling issues including anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and life issues with people in many different ages and stages. I use the therapeutic relationship in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as EMDR in my counseling approach. I provide therapy in Idaho and coaching out of state.
(208) 328-4986 View (208) 328-4986
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The Center for Creativity and Healing
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83705
At The Center for Creativity and Healing, we welcome adults, children, and teens to our practice. We work to provide a relationship in which you feel less alone in your struggles and more understood. Together with your provider, you will work to discover your own inner wisdom and passion for living, leading to an authentic relationship with yourself and those around you. At The Center for Creativity and Healing, we believe that human connection and creative expression are the pathways to meaningful change. CCH will match you with a provider that best services your needs.
At The Center for Creativity and Healing, we welcome adults, children, and teens to our practice. We work to provide a relationship in which you feel less alone in your struggles and more understood. Together with your provider, you will work to discover your own inner wisdom and passion for living, leading to an authentic relationship with yourself and those around you. At The Center for Creativity and Healing, we believe that human connection and creative expression are the pathways to meaningful change. CCH will match you with a provider that best services your needs.
(208) 214-7408 View (208) 214-7408
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Lauren Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
Do you feel stuck? Are you struggling to maintain healthy relationships and to manage stress at work or at home? Sometimes we feel like we know what we’re “supposed to do” but we think there are so many barriers in the way. I specialize in helping adults and teens develop insight into their unhealthy thought processes and behaviors. During our sessions together, we will work on modifying your behavior to help you gain a better understanding of how you deal with relationships, stressors of all kinds, and unhelpful habits. This will help you to build confidence in making good choices and to boost resilience.
Do you feel stuck? Are you struggling to maintain healthy relationships and to manage stress at work or at home? Sometimes we feel like we know what we’re “supposed to do” but we think there are so many barriers in the way. I specialize in helping adults and teens develop insight into their unhealthy thought processes and behaviors. During our sessions together, we will work on modifying your behavior to help you gain a better understanding of how you deal with relationships, stressors of all kinds, and unhelpful habits. This will help you to build confidence in making good choices and to boost resilience.
(208) 914-6753 View (208) 914-6753
Suicidal Ideation Therapists

How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?

Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.

Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?

The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.