Melissa 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. She blends evidence-based practices with creative and experiential approaches to help clients and families thrive.
Lexy Bope earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Boise State University and brings a rich clinical background spanning inpatient psychiatric care, community mental health, and children's mental health research. She is EMDR trained and specializes in trauma and PTSD, with a passion for working with teens, adults, and foster youth. As a telehealth therapist and the Telehealth Team Lead at Clear Skies Therapy Center, Lexy takes an eclectic, holistic approach — looking at the whole person rather than just their symptoms — drawing from CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Art Therapy to meet each client where they are. She empowers clients to uncover their inner strength while navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, self-harm, and relationship challenges.
Anna received her Master's Degree in Counselor Education from Boise State University. She 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 is currently working towards her Registered Play Therapist (RPT) certification.
Jenna graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) with her Master's Degree in Social Work. She has years of experience in inpatient psychiatric care and community mental health and crisis stabilization services. Jenna has a passion for working with children and teens and advocates for early mental health treatment.
Veronica has over seven years of experience and earned her Master's in Marriage, Family, and Couples Counseling from Northwest Nazarene University. She specializes in Gottman Couples Therapy, Advanced Trauma techniques, and affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, supporting individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.
Melissa has over 9 years of experience working with school-aged children and their families through school-based therapy programs. She uses a humanistic approach focused on mindfulness and CBT, and has a wealth of experience with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Melissa is passionate about helping children and families navigate the challenges of life.
Dr. 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 and collaborating with schools to foster inclusive environments.
Dr. Watson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience in physical and behavioral health. She is a Certified Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist and Life Coach, passionate about supporting people through emotional pain, loss, life transitions, and the stresses of caregiving. You can hear Dr. Watson live on Elementary Watson, Tuesdays 4–5 PM on Radio Boise.
Kelli has worked in mental health since 2004 and holds a Play Therapy Certificate from Capella University. She is a military spouse of 18+ years and is passionate about serving active-duty members, veterans, and their families. She uses play therapy, Adlerian, CBT, CPT, EMDR, and DBT approaches across children, adolescents, and adults.
Rami earned both her BSW and MSW from Boise State University. She works with adolescents and adults facing mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders, trauma, substance use, crisis intervention, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. Her approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, drawing on CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy.
Ellee specializes in working with children and the grown-ups who love them, as well as adolescents, adults, and expectant mothers considering adoption. She received her MSW from Boise State University and uses a child-centered play therapy approach to help those she works with feel seen, heard, and supported.
Dr. Fernandez holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and has nearly a decade of clinical experience. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, substance use, attachment issues, and professional burnout, and has been practicing telehealth since 2020 with skill at building meaningful virtual therapeutic connections.
Amanda has worked in mental health since 2017 across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting individuals navigating substance use, housing instability, women's issues, neurodivergence, grief, and trauma. She earned her MSW with a focus on Direct Clinical Practice in 2023 and takes a personalized, client-centered approach.
McKinley earned her Master's Degree in Counseling from Boise State University. She uses Person-Centered Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with focus areas including anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, emotional regulation, trauma-informed care, and identity development.
Kennedi received her Master's Degree in Counseling from Boise State University, where she co-created the BroncoBOLD Mental Health Initiative. She has experience in school counseling, crisis intervention, and group counseling across K-12 settings, and uses a person-centered approach grounded in authenticity, empathy, and collaboration.
Shannon Miller earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boise State University and is a Licensed Master Social Worker working towards her clinical license, with experience across residential and outpatient mental health settings. She has spent much of her career working with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and difficulties with emotional regulation. Shannon is especially passionate about working with children and teens, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and helping individuals and families better understand the emotions and needs underneath behaviors. As a telehealth therapist, Shannon brings a warm, genuine, and collaborative approach to therapy, believing that treatment should meet each person where they are rather than expecting them to fit into one specific model. She draws from CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma-focused approaches, attachment-based interventions, and person-centered therapy to help clients better understand themselves, build practical coping skills, challenge unhelpful patterns, and feel more confident navigating difficult emotions and experiences.
Danielle is an LMSW, with specialized training in EMDR and Gottman Method couple’s therapy. She works with clients of all ages, including individuals, couples, and children. Danielle helps them navigate life’s challenges, strengthen relationships, and build the confidence to make choices that feel right for them. Drawing on a blend of approaches, including acceptance-based, person-centered, and skills-focused techniques, Danielle tailors each session to meet clients where they are rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. She is a proud ally and affirming provider for the LGBTQIA+ community, and believes every client deserves a space where they can show up as their full, authentic self.
Megan has her LPC and graduated from Boise State University. Megan works with individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, addiction, grief and/or loss, and relational stress. She has a passion for working with teens and young adults, but welcomes anyone seeking help, regardless of age. Her counseling approach is grounded in Relational-Cultural Therapy and she believes that healing and growth begin with and through healthy connection(s). She additionally integrates CBT, DBT, and IFS. She focuses on giving autonomy back and letting you guide her in your needs.
Lillian is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina in 2017. Since then, she has worked in various outpatient mental health settings, with a focus on enhancing access to behavioral health services in underserved areas. Lillian enjoys working with teens, adults, individuals, and families with a person-centered approach that incorporates elements of CBT, DBT, trauma-informed therapy, and mindfulness-based skills training. Lillian believes in the innate strengths and abilities of each person and is passionate about helping people to realize those strengths and develop ways to use and benefit from them.
Rebekah earned her Master of Arts in clinical mental health counseling through Liberty University. Rebekah has a background in community behavioral health working with teens in school-based counseling, adults, and geriatric populations in individual and group settings. She has a client centered approach, providing trauma informed care in a safe, supportive environment, where clients feel heard and valued. She has experience using DBT, ACT, existential, and narrative approaches, and has training in PE, EMDR. Rebekah has certification and experience working in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. She believes that when life gets challenging, we all struggle. However, we also have the innate ability to strive toward healing and growth, and animals can be a powerful part of that process.
Ariel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Idaho. She is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages navigate life’s challenges. With over 10 years of experience as a social worker, she has a deep-rooted belief in the inherent goodness of people and the capacity for positive growth. Her work is built on empathy, providing a safe and supportive space where you feel truly heard. Together, you will focus on practical, solution-focused strategies designed to improve your daily life. Whether you are seeking support for your child, navigating a difficult transition yourself, or looking for ways to enhance your general quality of life, she is here to partner with you on your journey toward healing.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and former middle school counselor, Aspen recognizes that adolescence is a tremendously challenging life stage for young people and families alike. Young people often benefit from additional support as they experience the social and emotional challenges that come with this dynamic stage of life. Counseling can be a valuable resource for helping them better understand themselves, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to feel more grounded and capable. Families and adolescents may find counseling helpful in areas such as friendships and relationships, developing a sense of belonging and self-esteem, managing anxiety and academic pressures, understanding neurodivergence, and strengthening family relationships, among many others. Aspen’s approach is person-centered and integrative, drawing from attachment theory, family systems, DBT, CBT, ACT, and somatic approaches. She strives to create a space where young people feel understood rather than judged, and where they can slow down, be themselves, and make sense of what they’re experiencing so they can find balance and learn to thrive.
Quyanna earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Boise State University and maintains an LMSW license in Idaho. She has experience in suicide prevention and grief support, as well as depression and anxiety, working with youth, Veterans, aging adults, and indigenous peoples. In particular, Quyanna enjoys working with adults experiencing life transitions, anxiety, and difficulty with sleep. Quyanna is accepting telehealth clients ages 14 and older, and couples. Her approach to therapy is supportive, strengths based, and client-centered, drawing from modalities such as solution focused brief therapy, CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Quyanna is passionate about supporting clients in building strong and healthy relationships with themselves and their community.
Dara Ezzell-Pebworth, earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boise State University. She brings a diverse clinical background in youth psychiatric residential treatment, crisis intervention, community mental health, and substance use treatment. Dara has a particular interest in supporting individuals navigating substance use, self-injurious behavior, relationship and couples concerns, and LGBTQIA+ clients through affirming and inclusive care.
Dara’s therapeutic approach is eclectic, client-centered, and trauma-informed. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, adapting her approach to each client’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Dara believes therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience and works collaboratively with clients to create a therapeutic experience that feels supportive, individualized, and meaningful.
Hannah earned her Education Specialist Degree in Experiential Counseling and Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Prescott College. She is a trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselor who specializes in strengths-based, empowerment-focused work with adolescents and families. Her clinical approach integrates Reality/Choice theory, experiential counseling, adventure and nature-based interventions, and LGBTQ+ affirming practices to foster resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful growth.
Bryn graduated from Boise State University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). She is motivated by the belief that mental health should empower rather than overwhelm. Bryn specializes in supporting individuals navigating grief, trauma, body image concerns, neurodivergence, and disabilities of all kinds.
Bryn believes that clients should maintain agency throughout their counseling journey. Rather than directing the process, she acts as a supportive guide who meets each person where they are and adapts to their unique needs, values, and rhythm. Her approach is grounded in existential-humanistic and person-centered theories, with an emphasis on creating a space where clients can better understand themselves, explore what matters to them, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
