Our Team
Meet Our Therapists
Our team of compassionate therapists at Clear Skies Therapy Center, LLC is dedicated to helping client's of all ages navigate through life's challenges. Each therapist brings a unique perspective and expertise to provide personalized care.
Melissa Kohler, LCPC
Melissa Kohler earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Oregon State University and has worked in schools, inpatient psychiatric care, and private practice. She is trained in EMDR, sandtray therapy, and animal-assisted therapy, and is passionate about supporting clients through trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior challenges, and suicidal ideation.
Melissa also has extensive knowledge of IDEA and ADA laws. She blends evidence-based practices with creative and experiential approaches to help clients and families thrive.
Jenna Whaite, LMSW
Jenna graduated with her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC). Jenna has years of experience working as a counselor at an inpatient psychiatric unit. In addition, Jenna has a wealth of experience working in community mental health and crisis stabilization services. Jenna has a passion for working with children and teens and advocates for early mental health treatment and reducing mental health stigma. Jenna has started her training in child-centered play therapy and is looking forward to continuing her training in this area.
Veronica, LCPC
Veronica is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Idaho with over seven years of experience. She earned her Master's Degree in Marriage, Family, and Couples Counseling from Northwest Nazarene University. Specializing in Gottman Couples Therapy, Advanced Trauma techniques, affirming care, and as a certified Prepare and Enrich facilitator, Veronica tailors her eclectic approach to meet clients' unique needs. As a Gestalt, Person-Centered Therapist, Veronica supports individuals, couples, families, and adolescents, particularly within LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities. She provides compassionate care for issues such as grief, racial disparities, sexuality, gender, parenting, depression, and anxiety. Her goal is to foster healing and personal growth in every counseling experience.
Lexy Wilson, LMSW
Lexy Wilson earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boise State University, where she also contributed as a research associate post-graduation on a National Institute of Mental Health grant focused on children’s mental health. With experience working in an inpatient psychiatric unit and providing individual therapy, Lexy now works as a full-time telehealth therapist. She is passionate about supporting teens and adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal thoughts, addiction, self-harm, and relationship challenges. Lexy empowers clients to uncover their inner strength and resilience through a collaborative yet directive approach, utilizing evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Art therapy.
Anna Martin, LPC
Anna Martin received her Master's Degree in Counselor Education from Boise State University. Anna has experience in school-based mental health, crisis intervention, and individual and group counseling with the K-12 population. Anna has a passion for play therapy and enjoys working with children and teens. She is a strong believer in partnering with parents in the play therapy process. Anna is currently working towards obtaining her Registered Play Therapist (RPT) certification. Additionally, Anna has training and experience providing parenting support to strengthen the child/parent relationship and has plans to complete further training and certification in this area.
Melissa Maycroft, LPC
Melissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho. Melissa has over 9 years of experience working with school aged children and their families through school based therapy programs. Melissa uses a humanistic approach that focuses on mindfulness and cognitive behavior therapy. Melissa strongly believes that providing a comfortable and safe environment is key to the success of her clients. She has a wealth of experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and trauma related experiences and diagnoses. Melissa is passionate about helping children and families navigate the challenges of life.
Jackelle Knickrehm, LMSW
With over a decade of experience in social work, Jackelle is dedicated to helping children and adolescents navigate life's challenges. Jackelle specializes in using art therapy to foster healing and self-discovery in a trauma-informed and non-judgmental environment. Jackelle's goal is to empower each child to recognize and embrace their unique strengths and abilities through a variety of therapeutic techniques, including art therapy and mindfulness-based practices. Jackelle is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where young people can express themselves openly and work towards their personal goals
Kyle Dumpel, LPC
Kyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with a Master's Degree in Counseling and a Bachelor's in Psychology, both from Boise State University. Kyle has had the privilege of gaining experience working with a wide range of populations, with most of his experience working with youth and young adults. Kyle's areas of interest include: trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, perfectionism, grief and loss, autism, and intellectual disabilities. Kyle comes from a humanistic, non-directive person-centered approach to counseling that focuses on creating a welcoming environment where you take control of your sessions. My job is to support you in your journey, helping you learn more about your body, mind, and how they should be working with each other while reflecting on how your past experiences are impacting you in the present moment.
Dr. Carrie Miller, PsyD
Dr. Carrie L. Miller is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychological assessments for adolescents and adults. She focuses on diagnosing and supporting individuals with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), providing tailored, evidence-based interventions. With a compassionate and personalized approach, Dr. Miller empowers her clients to navigate challenges, achieve their goals, and thrive in academic, personal, and professional settings. She also collaborates with schools and organizations to foster inclusive environments for neurodiverse individuals
Rachel Ford, LCPC
Rachel Ford, a licensed counselor since 2016, holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Mississippi State University. She spent 11 years with the State of Idaho providing mental health evaluations and counseling for justice-involved individuals, later transitioning to community mental health. Rachel now offers both telehealth and in-person therapy, primarily supporting adolescents and adults with mood and anxiety disorders, substance use, identity exploration, and trauma recovery. Her approach integrates evidence-based methods including CBT, IFS, DBT, and ACT. Clients can expect a nonjudgmental space with compassionate guidance. Rachel is also introducing nature and animal-assisted therapy at the Star location.
Amy Grace, LMFT
Amy Grace is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience helping adults navigate life transitions, strengthen relationships, and foster personal growth. Rooted in systems theory, her work focuses on helping clients identify the patterns that shape their lives and restore balance across the many systems they engage in—personal, relational, and professional. In addition to traditional talk therapy, Amy specializes in nature-based and experiential therapies including Equine Therapy and Care Farming. By weaving together traditional talk therapy with nature-informed practices, she creates pathways for adults to build resilience, heal relational wounds, and cultivate a greater sense of well-being and authenticity.
Maycie Radcliffe, LPC
Maycie is a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Idaho, having earned her Masters Degree in Counselor Education from Boise State
University. Maycie enjoys working with adolescents, teens, and young adults struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal relationships. Maycie is passionate about fostering a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with clients
and their parents to promote healing and growth through a Humanistic, Strengths Based, Person-Centered approach. Depending on the client’s needs, Maycie utilizes evidenced based techniques such as Solution Focused, CBT, and Play Therapy. Maycie’s hope for her clients’ is that they come to sessions feeling safe, empowered, heard, and seen.
JoEllen Watson, PhD, LMSW
Dr. JoEllen Watson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Supervisor in Washington and Idaho. She received her MSW and Ph.D. in Social Welfare from the University of
Washington. With more than 30 years of experience in physical and behavioral health, she has also served as a professor of Sociology and Social Work. She is a Certified
Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist and Life Coach.
Her passion is supporting people as they navigate emotional pain from loss, life transitions, chronic physical pain, and the stresses of caregiving for children and adults.
You can hear Dr. Watson live on Elementary Watson, Tuesdays, 4–5 PM, Radio Boise
Kelli Barnes, LCPC
Kelli Barnes, LCPC, is licensed in Idaho, UT, SC, and TX and has worked in the mental health field since 2004. She earned her Master’s in Professional Counseling with a minor in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University in 2007 and later obtained a Play Therapy Certificate from Capella University.
Kelli uses play therapy, Adlerian, and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches, including Trauma-Focused CBT, to support children and adolescents. With adults, she integrates CBT, CPT, EMDR for PTSD, Adlerian, Humanistic, and Dialectical Behavioral methods, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and life transitions.
As a military spouse of 18+ years, she is passionate about serving active-duty members, veterans, and their families across diverse mental health settings.
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Debbie Fry, BA
Debbie Fry earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Oregon State University in 2013 after dedicating many years to raising her children. As our Office Assistant, she handles client communication and scheduling with care and efficiency, ensuring a welcoming and seamless experience for all. Debbie is deeply committed to supporting others and cherishes time with her family.
Taleah Kohler, MPA
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Taleah is completing her Master’s in Public Administration and brings a fresh perspective and dedication to her role at Clear Skies Therapy Center. She is passionate about promoting equity and inclusion within mental health services and is committed to supporting both clients and staff by ensuring the clinic runs smoothly and effectively. Outside of work, [Name] enjoys spending time in nature, practicing self-care, and caring for the earth. She believes that balance, sustainability, and compassion are essential not only for personal well-being but also for building strong, supportive communities.
Evaluations, including cognitive scores, are for the purpose of educational evaluation. My assessment training and experience are from a school psychologist's perspective. Although I have some exposure to clinical psychological assessments, this is not an area of expertise for me. If you are seeking assessments with clinical mental health concerns, please contact a clinical psychologist.