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Frederick Dominic Mondin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, EdD, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
Dr. Frederick Mondin has trained with a large segment of the "Masters in the Field" in the areas of individual, Marriage, and Sex counseling. He received training from Minuchin; Satir; Whitaker; Perls; Ellis; Jay Haley, Masters & Johnson, Kegel, and a host of others. He is the author of Erotic Marriage which has won awards in book festival competitions in London, Paris, New England, New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. It won the 2013 National Indie Excellence Award. In 2018 Rowman & Littlefield published his new updated and expanded book Erotic Love & Marriage. With Dr. Mondin, you will experience an experienced therapist.
Dr. Frederick Mondin has trained with a large segment of the "Masters in the Field" in the areas of individual, Marriage, and Sex counseling. He received training from Minuchin; Satir; Whitaker; Perls; Ellis; Jay Haley, Masters & Johnson, Kegel, and a host of others. He is the author of Erotic Marriage which has won awards in book festival competitions in London, Paris, New England, New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. It won the 2013 National Indie Excellence Award. In 2018 Rowman & Littlefield published his new updated and expanded book Erotic Love & Marriage. With Dr. Mondin, you will experience an experienced therapist.
(208) 650-4312 View (208) 650-4312
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Pacific Northwest Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83705
Welcome to my profile! I am guessing you are wanting to learn more about my profile because you are struggling in your romantic and/or family-of-origin relationships. Stuck with the same arguments with no resolution? Then you've come to the right place! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology. I am passionate about utilizing the Gottman Method Couple's Therapy approach and pull from various theories on attachment. In addition to my work with couples, I enjoy working with individual adults also struggling in relationships but would like a one-on-one focus.
Welcome to my profile! I am guessing you are wanting to learn more about my profile because you are struggling in your romantic and/or family-of-origin relationships. Stuck with the same arguments with no resolution? Then you've come to the right place! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology. I am passionate about utilizing the Gottman Method Couple's Therapy approach and pull from various theories on attachment. In addition to my work with couples, I enjoy working with individual adults also struggling in relationships but would like a one-on-one focus.
(208) 759-5963 View (208) 759-5963
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Rosemary Luque
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83713
I am passionate about marriage and families.
Depressed? Anxious? Need Relationship help? Need to resolve trauma? I can help. Meeting the needs and challenges of my clients is what counseling is all about for me. I believe that people who come to see me should leave with the tools they need to create the lives they want to live. As a down-to-earth, interactive therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve problems in the present, and long-standing patterns of behavior that are hindering them from the past.
I am passionate about marriage and families.
Depressed? Anxious? Need Relationship help? Need to resolve trauma? I can help. Meeting the needs and challenges of my clients is what counseling is all about for me. I believe that people who come to see me should leave with the tools they need to create the lives they want to live. As a down-to-earth, interactive therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve problems in the present, and long-standing patterns of behavior that are hindering them from the past.
(208) 538-3245 View (208) 538-3245
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Debra Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LAMFT, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I look through a systems lens.
I specialize in families/couples, and I am an Idaho-licensed LMFT and Arizona-licensed LAMFT. Often clients seek therapy because they have become stuck. Sometimes relationships begin great, but life/situations cause a change to happen. We all have personal challenges, have stressful periods, or go through traumatic times. The desire to seek help to explore and process these problems can open the door to positive growth. I believe in the healing power of relationships: no matter the wounds, if all parties are willing to heal, I will help.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I look through a systems lens.
I specialize in families/couples, and I am an Idaho-licensed LMFT and Arizona-licensed LAMFT. Often clients seek therapy because they have become stuck. Sometimes relationships begin great, but life/situations cause a change to happen. We all have personal challenges, have stressful periods, or go through traumatic times. The desire to seek help to explore and process these problems can open the door to positive growth. I believe in the healing power of relationships: no matter the wounds, if all parties are willing to heal, I will help.
(208) 216-1960 View (208) 216-1960
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Amy Sheaffer, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
Waitlist for new clients
The door of change and opportunity is open to you. Anyone can forget this simple statement in stressful times. I am a professional who values helping others move forward in life. If you, or someone you know, are in need of supportive counseling related to life transition, marital concerns, addiction recovery, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, eating disorders or stress reduction education, I would like to assist you. I have a diverse background with over 25 years experience. I work regularly with individuals, couples, families and groups. For the past eight years I have worked as an International Consultant with military personnel and their families.
The door of change and opportunity is open to you. Anyone can forget this simple statement in stressful times. I am a professional who values helping others move forward in life. If you, or someone you know, are in need of supportive counseling related to life transition, marital concerns, addiction recovery, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, eating disorders or stress reduction education, I would like to assist you. I have a diverse background with over 25 years experience. I work regularly with individuals, couples, families and groups. For the past eight years I have worked as an International Consultant with military personnel and their families.
(707) 743-3012 View (707) 743-3012
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Kendal M Tucker
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83713
My quest is to help strengthen the family unit by providing marriage counseling and individual counseling.
I have many years of experience working with women, children and families through being a special needs preschool teacher, children's mental health treatment manager, adoption program coordinator, and public speaker. I received my master's degree in marriage and family therapy in 2009. Through my counseling practice I endeavor to help you establish a strong, healthy outlook on life whereby you can develop to your full potential. I am passionate about helping you and your family attain positive change.
My quest is to help strengthen the family unit by providing marriage counseling and individual counseling.
I have many years of experience working with women, children and families through being a special needs preschool teacher, children's mental health treatment manager, adoption program coordinator, and public speaker. I received my master's degree in marriage and family therapy in 2009. Through my counseling practice I endeavor to help you establish a strong, healthy outlook on life whereby you can develop to your full potential. I am passionate about helping you and your family attain positive change.
(208) 215-7255 View (208) 215-7255
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Ami Owen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCTP, CCTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83703
Dr. Ami Owen received her undergraduate degree in Social Science and a minor in Psychology. She received her Master’s in General Family Therapy with an advanced emphasis on families and trauma. Dr. Owen also received a Doctorate in Counseling and is a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional. She is licensed in ID, WA, AZ, TX, FL, CA, UT and is a nationally approved supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT). She takes delight in mentoring therapists on the complexities of family systems and consults with providers across the country to improve systems approaches.
Dr. Ami Owen received her undergraduate degree in Social Science and a minor in Psychology. She received her Master’s in General Family Therapy with an advanced emphasis on families and trauma. Dr. Owen also received a Doctorate in Counseling and is a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional. She is licensed in ID, WA, AZ, TX, FL, CA, UT and is a nationally approved supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT). She takes delight in mentoring therapists on the complexities of family systems and consults with providers across the country to improve systems approaches.
(208) 271-9378 View (208) 271-9378
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Alan G Neighbors
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NLPP, MBA
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83704
My forte is a faith based marriage/family counseling process with emphasis upon a systems perspective of family dynamics. I am a LCSW certified in NLP with an MBA. This blend of education and experience allows me to offer a strong theoretical support and life experience to my clients who are seeking to improve their family as well as their personal development/growth. I use an eclectic blend of therapeutic processes that include but not limited to RT (Reality Therapy) CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) SFT (Solution-Focused Therapy) and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming).
My forte is a faith based marriage/family counseling process with emphasis upon a systems perspective of family dynamics. I am a LCSW certified in NLP with an MBA. This blend of education and experience allows me to offer a strong theoretical support and life experience to my clients who are seeking to improve their family as well as their personal development/growth. I use an eclectic blend of therapeutic processes that include but not limited to RT (Reality Therapy) CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) SFT (Solution-Focused Therapy) and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming).
(208) 647-3125 View (208) 647-3125
Treasure Wellness Counseling and Training Center
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83709
Treasure Wellness is a counseling group with: Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Masters Level Interns from a variety of local and online universities.
In counseling, the client's life story, relationships, attachments, emotions and thoughts are to be respected and cherished as a treasure. We believe that it takes courage to seek counseling, and that healing is an on-going journey towards health and wellness. This journey may be difficult at times to navigate. It is our desire to work with you to help you get through those tough times, whether they be something you are experiencing yourself, in relationship, within your family, or socially. For more detailed information contact us at www.treasurewellness.com
Treasure Wellness is a counseling group with: Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Masters Level Interns from a variety of local and online universities.
In counseling, the client's life story, relationships, attachments, emotions and thoughts are to be respected and cherished as a treasure. We believe that it takes courage to seek counseling, and that healing is an on-going journey towards health and wellness. This journey may be difficult at times to navigate. It is our desire to work with you to help you get through those tough times, whether they be something you are experiencing yourself, in relationship, within your family, or socially. For more detailed information contact us at www.treasurewellness.com
(208) 946-5072 View (208) 946-5072
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Brian Lindner
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83713
Waitlist for new clients
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.
(208) 953-2125 View (208) 953-2125
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Leann W Vaterlaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703
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.
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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A Balanced Life Experience
Counselor, MCoun, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83705
Conflict can come from within or from external sources. When there is conflict, one's balance is off which can drive feelings of depression and anxiety. Please contact me to support and encourage you in gaining insight into identifying and maintaining your personal balance.
Conflict can come from within or from external sources. When there is conflict, one's balance is off which can drive feelings of depression and anxiety. Please contact me to support and encourage you in gaining insight into identifying and maintaining your personal balance.
(208) 228-0248 View (208) 228-0248
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Clark Hamilton Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
One of my primary interests is that of free will. It is my own personal belief that addiction, trauma, and other mental health issues either subvert or inhibit our free will as well as our own personal development into an authentic individual. My ideal client is an individual that is seeking to work through the restraints and obstacles they experience to live a more intentional life. I enjoy learning about people's lives and asking questions to understand their unique experiences. Everyone has amazing stories, and your life is full of color.
One of my primary interests is that of free will. It is my own personal belief that addiction, trauma, and other mental health issues either subvert or inhibit our free will as well as our own personal development into an authentic individual. My ideal client is an individual that is seeking to work through the restraints and obstacles they experience to live a more intentional life. I enjoy learning about people's lives and asking questions to understand their unique experiences. Everyone has amazing stories, and your life is full of color.
(208) 213-8692 View (208) 213-8692
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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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Jeremiah Guidos
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83706
Jeremiah has worked with teens, adults, couples and families since 2001 in many different  capacities. He approaches counseling from a relational position using Rogerian theory as a foundation of building treatment options. Jeremiah is also trained many types of approaches and enjoys connecting with new people.
Jeremiah has worked with teens, adults, couples and families since 2001 in many different  capacities. He approaches counseling from a relational position using Rogerian theory as a foundation of building treatment options. Jeremiah is also trained many types of approaches and enjoys connecting with new people.
(208) 291-1509 View (208) 291-1509
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Joe Lipetzky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83704
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
(208) 203-8984 View (208) 203-8984
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Tami Marie Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83709
At times we become trapped in repeating negative patterns, unable to achieve our goals. Life feels meaningless, lonely and cold. Clarity and direction needed for the pursuit of happiness is lost in the weight of the day blocking the energy needed for change and growth. Lost in this mindset we fill every space with condemning thoughts and fruitless behaviors. These thought patterns result in no room for healthy, life affirming emotion. Whatever we use to numb from the dark, also numbs out the light.
At times we become trapped in repeating negative patterns, unable to achieve our goals. Life feels meaningless, lonely and cold. Clarity and direction needed for the pursuit of happiness is lost in the weight of the day blocking the energy needed for change and growth. Lost in this mindset we fill every space with condemning thoughts and fruitless behaviors. These thought patterns result in no room for healthy, life affirming emotion. Whatever we use to numb from the dark, also numbs out the light.
(208) 291-1767 View (208) 291-1767
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Shane Clubb
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83705
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and my primary focus includes helping people better manage anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I also have experience addressing many other concerns with individuals and couples, including anger, trauma, communication, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I utilize a variety of approaches and techniques and tailor these to specifically address your needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and my primary focus includes helping people better manage anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I also have experience addressing many other concerns with individuals and couples, including anger, trauma, communication, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I utilize a variety of approaches and techniques and tailor these to specifically address your needs.
(208) 242-3706 View (208) 242-3706
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MRL Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83704
At MRL Counseling LLC we strives to provide clients a safe, calm, open therapeutic environment. We tailor the therapeutic treatment of our clients based on their current situations and their desired directions in life. Some of life's transitions can be difficult to cope with and treating those transitions may be the key to a happier way of life. Whatever the case may be we all need help, and somebody to talk with at times during our life's journey.
At MRL Counseling LLC we strives to provide clients a safe, calm, open therapeutic environment. We tailor the therapeutic treatment of our clients based on their current situations and their desired directions in life. Some of life's transitions can be difficult to cope with and treating those transitions may be the key to a happier way of life. Whatever the case may be we all need help, and somebody to talk with at times during our life's journey.
(208) 471-8332 View (208) 471-8332
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Joe L Arzola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703
I have been working in the mental health field for 16 years. People who want to focus on discovering their inner strengths and understanding how those attributes can help them overcome their current challenges will benefit greatly from my techniques. I use a strength- based team approach which simply means I see counseling as a partnership between the people I work with and myself. I believe life is a journey and together we can make the most out of yours.
I have been working in the mental health field for 16 years. People who want to focus on discovering their inner strengths and understanding how those attributes can help them overcome their current challenges will benefit greatly from my techniques. I use a strength- based team approach which simply means I see counseling as a partnership between the people I work with and myself. I believe life is a journey and together we can make the most out of yours.
(208) 479-1116 View (208) 479-1116

Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.