Therapists in Boise, ID
Emma Anderson, LMSW, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Pennsylvania Western University. She specializes in addressing mental health challenges and addiction issues, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Emma brings a diverse range of experiences to her practice, having worked with individuals dealing with domestic violence, legal stressors, and a spectrum of mental and behavioral health concerns. She is dedicated to supporting both youth and adults in achieving their fullest potential and leading fulfilling lives.
Emma Anderson, LMSW, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Pennsylvania Western University. She specializes in addressing mental health challenges and addiction issues, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Emma brings a diverse range of experiences to her practice, having worked with individuals dealing with domestic violence, legal stressors, and a spectrum of mental and behavioral health concerns. She is dedicated to supporting both youth and adults in achieving their fullest potential and leading fulfilling lives.
Marissa Nickel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83705 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My preferred areas of practice and treatment specialization include: depression; anxiety; self-worth; parenting; LGBTQIA+; interpersonal relationships; mood management; trauma/abuse; family dynamics; adjustment/transition; and grief/loss.
I provide mindful, compassionate, and strengths-based counseling support intended to arouse empowerment in those who seek to find hope through healing. I believe a strong therapeutic alliance and personal motivation are the most powerful agents for change, growth, healing, and self-improvement. I strive to meet my clients wherever they may be in their lives, providing clinical tools to assist them in achieving their identified treatment goals. I focus on maintaining a safe space physically, psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually where clients feel comfortable facing their challenges and exploring their heartfelt desires.
My preferred areas of practice and treatment specialization include: depression; anxiety; self-worth; parenting; LGBTQIA+; interpersonal relationships; mood management; trauma/abuse; family dynamics; adjustment/transition; and grief/loss.
I provide mindful, compassionate, and strengths-based counseling support intended to arouse empowerment in those who seek to find hope through healing. I believe a strong therapeutic alliance and personal motivation are the most powerful agents for change, growth, healing, and self-improvement. I strive to meet my clients wherever they may be in their lives, providing clinical tools to assist them in achieving their identified treatment goals. I focus on maintaining a safe space physically, psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually where clients feel comfortable facing their challenges and exploring their heartfelt desires.
David Buch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83703
Waitlist for new clients
As a qualified EMDR therapist, I employ this evidence-based technique, along with EFT, CBT, and talk therapy, to effectively address trauma.
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.
As a qualified EMDR therapist, I employ this evidence-based technique, along with EFT, CBT, and talk therapy, to effectively address trauma.
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.
Heather Dunnam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
I am a trained trauma therapist and am also trained in EMDR.
I believe that each person has the ability to learn, grow, and change. My goal is to help people discover a life that has purpose, deeply meaningful relationships, and joy. I fully believe in the benefits of not being alone while navigating the complexities of life. Virtually any issue confronting an individual can be addressed through counseling and turned into healing, empowerment, and continued inner strength. I view the therapeutic interactions with my clients as unique dynamic learning experiences in the healing process.
I am a trained trauma therapist and am also trained in EMDR.
I believe that each person has the ability to learn, grow, and change. My goal is to help people discover a life that has purpose, deeply meaningful relationships, and joy. I fully believe in the benefits of not being alone while navigating the complexities of life. Virtually any issue confronting an individual can be addressed through counseling and turned into healing, empowerment, and continued inner strength. I view the therapeutic interactions with my clients as unique dynamic learning experiences in the healing process.
Kara specializes in grief and trauma, domestic violence, abuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family struggles and life transitions.
Kara is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Health Promotions and went on to receive a Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling with an emphasis in EMDR Therapy and Play Therapy.
Kara specializes in grief and trauma, domestic violence, abuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family struggles and life transitions.
Kara is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Health Promotions and went on to receive a Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling with an emphasis in EMDR Therapy and Play Therapy.
We specialize in treating anxiety, mood disorders like depression or bipolar, and trauma.
We are a kind, welcoming office that truly cares about our clients and their needs. If you are living with mental illness or are looking to improve your mental health, we want to help. If you are seeking support through a difficult time, want to strengthen your relationships, improve your self confidence or learn to better manage the stress of everyday life, we are here to help.
We specialize in treating anxiety, mood disorders like depression or bipolar, and trauma.
We are a kind, welcoming office that truly cares about our clients and their needs. If you are living with mental illness or are looking to improve your mental health, we want to help. If you are seeking support through a difficult time, want to strengthen your relationships, improve your self confidence or learn to better manage the stress of everyday life, we are here to help.
I practice from a client-centered, trauma informed perspective, and have received certification as a trauma professional.
To me, therapy is a collaborative process and I aim to meet my clients wherever they are on their journey to health. Whether a problem is long-standing and complex, or more recent and straightforward, I want to learn about how they view themselves, others, and the world. We can then identify what does or does not work in their lives and expand upon those areas to create desired change. I am able to assist with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and grief/loss, among others. I welcome all genders and enjoy working with ages 14 through seniors.
I practice from a client-centered, trauma informed perspective, and have received certification as a trauma professional.
To me, therapy is a collaborative process and I aim to meet my clients wherever they are on their journey to health. Whether a problem is long-standing and complex, or more recent and straightforward, I want to learn about how they view themselves, others, and the world. We can then identify what does or does not work in their lives and expand upon those areas to create desired change. I am able to assist with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and grief/loss, among others. I welcome all genders and enjoy working with ages 14 through seniors.
Our nervous system and Vagus nerve retains the information and memories of our past which impacts our current responses to the environment such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
I am an affirming Boise-local therapist who focuses on Polyvagal Theory and EMDR for the treatment of anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, somatic complaints (ulcers), and other mental health responses for adults, teens, and LGBTQIA+ peoples. I also enjoy mindfulness practices, acceptance practices, and consider my approach as a wholistic neurological approach.
Our nervous system and Vagus nerve retains the information and memories of our past which impacts our current responses to the environment such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
I am an affirming Boise-local therapist who focuses on Polyvagal Theory and EMDR for the treatment of anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, somatic complaints (ulcers), and other mental health responses for adults, teens, and LGBTQIA+ peoples. I also enjoy mindfulness practices, acceptance practices, and consider my approach as a wholistic neurological approach.
Tera Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83709 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Figuring out you need extra guidance can be difficult to come to terms with. In a society where we are constantly hustling and bustling around to make ends meet, we often put our self care and mental/emotional hygiene on the back burner until it becomes a mess. Mental health is important in making sure all aspects of wellness support balance. As a therapist, I seek to increase understanding of the self and encourage growth in a non-judgmental and gently nurturing atmosphere. I specialize in treating Trauma, Trafficking, Borderline Personality Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression.
Figuring out you need extra guidance can be difficult to come to terms with. In a society where we are constantly hustling and bustling around to make ends meet, we often put our self care and mental/emotional hygiene on the back burner until it becomes a mess. Mental health is important in making sure all aspects of wellness support balance. As a therapist, I seek to increase understanding of the self and encourage growth in a non-judgmental and gently nurturing atmosphere. I specialize in treating Trauma, Trafficking, Borderline Personality Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression.
I am a licensed clinician trained in EMDR and I like to work with individuals who seek to explore and understand the deeper aspects of the self. My goal is to work with you to explore the subconscious, patterns of behavior, belief systems, and the underlying reasons for current behaviors and emotions, and work with you on changing problematic symptoms and behaviors. I also work extensively with individuals with histories of trauma.
I am a licensed clinician trained in EMDR and I like to work with individuals who seek to explore and understand the deeper aspects of the self. My goal is to work with you to explore the subconscious, patterns of behavior, belief systems, and the underlying reasons for current behaviors and emotions, and work with you on changing problematic symptoms and behaviors. I also work extensively with individuals with histories of trauma.
I have training in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and couples' counseling.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and I am happy that you are considering my help for your mental health needs. I have a passion for people, families and couples. I want people to be confident with themselves and happy with who they place themselves around. You may be stuck and confused about areas of your life that work in some ways but in other areas, it is not working.
I have training in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and couples' counseling.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and I am happy that you are considering my help for your mental health needs. I have a passion for people, families and couples. I want people to be confident with themselves and happy with who they place themselves around. You may be stuck and confused about areas of your life that work in some ways but in other areas, it is not working.
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Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing challenges and who need help understanding how to navigate them. I feel life is a journey and sometimes we need a little help along the way: someone who can provide acceptance, understanding and assistance. I have worked providing mental health services and addiction services. I can help you with grief and acceptance. I am passionate about helping my clients through the journey of counseling. Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives.
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing challenges and who need help understanding how to navigate them. I feel life is a journey and sometimes we need a little help along the way: someone who can provide acceptance, understanding and assistance. I have worked providing mental health services and addiction services. I can help you with grief and acceptance. I am passionate about helping my clients through the journey of counseling. Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives.
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, c PTSD, 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, c PTSD, mood disorders, and neurodivergent humans wanting to heal from ableism. There is hope.
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.
I am trained in EMDR for trauma resolution, hypnosis and guided imagery for stress relief/ relaxation, and Neurofeedback to provide a non-medical approach to anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
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 trained in EMDR for trauma resolution, hypnosis and guided imagery for stress relief/ relaxation, and Neurofeedback to provide a non-medical approach to anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
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.
Jody Sacia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with a variety of mental health concerns, however, the areas I work most with are relationships, finding meaning, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-harm, suicide, effective communication, grief, and living authentically.
Being an overthinker myself, I have learned the power of implicit knowing and through mindfulness practices holding space to listen to all parts of self. Validating the unique human experience of each of my clients with warmth and acceptance is priority in the work I do. Feeling truly seen, heard, and understood without judgement builds connections with self and others. I enjoy “being a fellow traveler” with my clients as they find their own voice and empowerment to live the life that aligns best for them. "Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed." -Thich Nhat Hanh
I enjoy working with a variety of mental health concerns, however, the areas I work most with are relationships, finding meaning, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-harm, suicide, effective communication, grief, and living authentically.
Being an overthinker myself, I have learned the power of implicit knowing and through mindfulness practices holding space to listen to all parts of self. Validating the unique human experience of each of my clients with warmth and acceptance is priority in the work I do. Feeling truly seen, heard, and understood without judgement builds connections with self and others. I enjoy “being a fellow traveler” with my clients as they find their own voice and empowerment to live the life that aligns best for them. "Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed." -Thich Nhat Hanh
I enjoy using EMDR therapy to help people heal from trauma and make lasting emotional and behavioral changes.
People seek therapy for many reasons, but most people have one common goal: change. They want a change in how they feel, think, behave or in how they are treated. They want to be truly heard, understood and validated by someone who won't judge or criticize them. They want to heal from their past and feel hopeful about their future. This is exactly what I strive to provide to every client. I’ve helped clients with various presenting concerns including: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, trauma, relationship and family issues, panic attacks, grief, self-harm, stress and more.
I enjoy using EMDR therapy to help people heal from trauma and make lasting emotional and behavioral changes.
People seek therapy for many reasons, but most people have one common goal: change. They want a change in how they feel, think, behave or in how they are treated. They want to be truly heard, understood and validated by someone who won't judge or criticize them. They want to heal from their past and feel hopeful about their future. This is exactly what I strive to provide to every client. I’ve helped clients with various presenting concerns including: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, trauma, relationship and family issues, panic attacks, grief, self-harm, stress and more.
I have extensive experience with providing LGBTQIA+ mental health services, gender affirming care, and trauma recovery.
Currently accepting new clients. Difficult life experiences and obstacles can impact your ability to thrive - experiencing life as if you're going through the motions without purpose and direction. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or guilt. You may begin to experience a lack of motivation, feeling out of control, and you may want to avoid or numb the feelings altogether. You would like to feel differently, but you don't know where to begin. Together, we will work on reducing guilt and shame, increasing empowerment, and meeting your personal goals.
I have extensive experience with providing LGBTQIA+ mental health services, gender affirming care, and trauma recovery.
Currently accepting new clients. Difficult life experiences and obstacles can impact your ability to thrive - experiencing life as if you're going through the motions without purpose and direction. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or guilt. You may begin to experience a lack of motivation, feeling out of control, and you may want to avoid or numb the feelings altogether. You would like to feel differently, but you don't know where to begin. Together, we will work on reducing guilt and shame, increasing empowerment, and meeting your personal goals.
I am an Approved EMDR Consultant and Certified EMDR Therapist and my areas of practice include: trauma/abuse, depression, anxiety, addictions, and many others.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who believes that we all possess the tools to adapt and overcome the many challenges in this journey called “Life.” My mission for my clients is to address their concerns by providing an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance, empathy, honesty, genuineness, and compassion. My focus is developing a strong therapeutic alliance, by fostering a trusting relationship between client and therapist to explore client's inner strengths, decrease negative symptoms, promote personal growth, expanding their emotional awareness, and arouse empowerment to unleash their limitless potential.
I am an Approved EMDR Consultant and Certified EMDR Therapist and my areas of practice include: trauma/abuse, depression, anxiety, addictions, and many others.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who believes that we all possess the tools to adapt and overcome the many challenges in this journey called “Life.” My mission for my clients is to address their concerns by providing an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance, empathy, honesty, genuineness, and compassion. My focus is developing a strong therapeutic alliance, by fostering a trusting relationship between client and therapist to explore client's inner strengths, decrease negative symptoms, promote personal growth, expanding their emotional awareness, and arouse empowerment to unleash their limitless potential.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.