Therapists in Boise, ID

I am passionate about my work with my clients. I believe that no matter how challenging the immediate situation may be, there is a manageable path to feeling better. I enjoy working with diverse issues, but I particularly enjoy my work with men, sexual addiction issues, and helping people heal from past trauma. I also work with alcoholism and other substance abuse issues, codependency, and cross-addiction issues. I am trained in EMDR and other trauma treatment methods. I provide a safe and supportive environment for change.

My desire is to join others in the good and difficult work of change. I have worked with many men and women whose lives have been upended by trauma , anxiety, and addiction. I have found that, in the context of genuine support and trust, a more peaceful life is possible.

I offer an integrative approach to counseling, and I am EMDR trained. I draw upon a range of counseling modalities to provide individualized treatment approaches to meet each client’s unique needs. As a client, you can expect a practical approach to the issues and concerns you wish to address. You will be heard and validated, and you will receive proactive feedback which utilizes the strengths and abilities you possess to overcome your obstacles. My goal as your counselor is to help you realize the life you have envisioned for yourself.

I'm here to help you find the solution you want to have a better quality of life. I can help you work from a secular or Christian perspective to recover from trauma or whatever circumstances that are causing your distress. I can help you resolve your trauma, anxiety, addictions, chronic pain, and depression through EMDR or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods.

Your symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger are your body's way of telling you something's not right! As a child, you may have experienced some sort of failure in your relationships or environment. As a child you compensate for these traumas by creating strategies for survival. Maybe you are a perfectionist, or maybe you find that you give more than you receive, or perhaps you just feel disconnected from yourself and everyone around you? The pain you are experiencing is real, and coping with it just isn't working anymore.

I am a seasoned and mature psychoanalyst offering patients an in-depth therapy experience with the goal of very real change. I see most all late adolescent and adult patient populations. I offer several specialties including psychoanalysis, psychotherapy and supportive counseling. Please note that I have extensive experience treating post-traumatic stress disorders and dissociative disorders. I have worked, supervised and taught in Philadelphia, Seattle, Montana and Idaho for thirty plus years and am well recognized in these communities.

The road to recovery can be overwhelming and not always clear. Our licensed professionals are here to help with competence and compassion on things like family conflicts, disturbed moods (such as anger, anxiety, panic, and depression) behavioral disturbances, stress, relationship conflicts, social problems, career issues, loss, grief, addiction, and trauma.

New Clients Welcome! I believe that regardless of the challenge of the mountain one must climb, there is a way around it, through it, or over it. With my many years of experience in a variety of settings, I am adept at meeting a client right where they are on this personal and unique journey. I find creative solutions through person-centered, strengths-based, goal-oriented approaches and techniques, which ensures success.

***3 Day Intensive EMDR Sessions and EVENING APPOINTMENTS NOW AVAILABLE*** Understanding our past can help bring clarity to our current experiences and provide readiness for an amazing future. I understand the challenges faced by those who serve our communities as well as members of our communities.

Accepting new clients. If you are here it is because you want a change, and change can be hard. I believe this is because through life we have learned to avoid those emotions, thoughts, and situations that are difficult for us, whether it be through distractions, substances, or other means, and wanting to avoid the difficult things is natural. However, avoidance can lead us away from those things that mean the most to us, leaving us feeling stuck and defeated. As an ACT therapist, I strive to give you the abilities to be with your difficult experiences, while you engage in actions and experiences that move you towards your values.

My work is focused on understanding the interconnectedness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while working to develop understanding of beliefs and values on which behaviors are centered. The foundation of self-understanding supports change and motivation for growth. Within everything I do is a central goal of helping my clients to live fuller and happier lives through insight, growth, and connection to others.

Currently accepting new clients and EMDR trained. People I help want to feel better quickly and my goal is to help you feel better as soon as possible so that they can move on into your better life. People have reported our work together has been invaluable in providing relief to past trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, family struggles, problems with marriage and relationships, sexual issues, loss and grief, issues related to age and life transitions, LGBTQIA+, social justice and race issues, military veterans and first-responder issues, and historical and multigenerational trauma issues.

Therapy is a healing journey. My role in that process is to work collaboratively with you to identify struggles and issues, and agree upon a therapeutic approach to help create hope and achieve goals that will bring about positive life changes, such as emotional healing, resiliency, improved mood, increased self-esteem, personal insight and growth, increased self-determination, effective coping skills, improved interpersonal relationships, and an increased sense of empowerment. The Certificate in Human Rights I have from BSU adds to my ability to connect with people from a multicultural perspective and with cultural competence.

If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual, physical or emotional abuse, anger management, marital and family conflict, job related stress, I am confident that in a strong therapeutic collaboration with me, your treatment goals will be met. I use a client centered approach with the understanding that for successful therapy the client needs to have active participation in developing treatment goals. I live in Boise, Idaho, where I provide in person and Telehealth sessions. I offer only Telehealth sessions in Ohio. I am certified in EMDR for treating trauma, depresson and OCD. I am also certified in TF-CBT.

Welcome! Whether you're choosing to seek therapy for reactions to a recent event or for something that has been weighing you down for years, I would be happy for the chance to join you on the journey. Whether you know exactly what you want out of therapy, or are just looking for a space to better understand your struggles, either is a great place to start. My approach to therapy prioritizes building trust and collaborating with my clients to help them achieve efficient, but lasting change. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, families, and couples.

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.

Currently accepting new clients. I love helping people heal and align with their better self... their "real self" that has been hidden away. I do this through connection, healing, and seeing you as being whole through holistic, modern, and traditional approaches. I come from the Rosebud Lakota people in South Dakota and have lived here in Boise since 1993. Drawing upon my traditional insight and background that is centered on human balance, harmony, and inner peace by way of connecting the circle of past, present, and future. It's all connected... we are connected! Contact me for a free 15 min. consultation.

I am a dedicated clinical social worker with expertise in the specialized areas of trauma, LGBTQI+ issues, and relationship dynamics. My practice encompasses working with individuals, couples, and families, addressing a wide range of concerns, including but not limited to PTSD, neuro-diversity, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.

Making the decision to seek counseling takes courage, and I understand how overwhelming it can be to find the right counselor. As your guide, I offer my full self—my experiences, education, and unwavering support—in our sessions. Together, we'll build a safe space, free of judgment, where you're embraced with unconditional acceptance. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or exploring relationships and identity, I'm here to meet you where you are. I'm committed to supporting you through every step of your journey towards healing and self-discovery.