COUNSELING

HEIDI CARPENTER, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
(208) 830-2820

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with a Master’s in Counseling from a CACREP accredited program at Idaho State University. I’ve been working in the field since 2012.

My therapeutic approach is holistic in nature, taking into consideration the client’s emotional, physical, social and spiritual wellbeing. Trauma of various kinds, grief/loss, Anxiety and Depression are my areas of focus. My modalities vary based on the needs of my clients, using techniques that feel right for each individual. These may include; talk therapy, EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Art Therapy.

My strength is in providing a genuinely safe and accepting environment in which you can become comfortable exploring your feelings, thoughts along with different perspectives. I hope to help you gain awareness and empowerment to take control of your life.

Seeking counseling can be a difficult decision, and a giant step in your personal growth. If you decide I'm the right counselor for you, let's build a therapeutic relationship and walk through this growth process together.

CHRISTY PORTER, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
portercounselingpllc@gmail.com

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 26 years of experience in pediatric mental health, developmental disabilities and working with children who have chronic medical needs including anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, grief, divorce and many other issues children are experiencing.

I received my Masters in Social Work from Boise State University in 2014. I have also completed a certification in Mindfulness and I am nearing completion of my ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider training culminating in certification as an ADHD specialist.

I use an integrated approach in my work with clients pulling from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Social Skills Training, and others dependent on my client and their needs.

My goal is to provide a compassionate and caring environment where all children feel safe and can explore new strategies to help them be their best self and to help parents develop new tools and strategies to help their children thrive.