Paige Bunker, LMSW
Location: Payette
Tanya Ebbers graduated from NNU, in 2011 with her Master in Social Work Degree. She works with individuals in both a clinic and hospital setting. She has been at the Payette location for almost two years.
Age Group: Children to Adult
Interests: Children/Teen Girls/Young Adult/Adults
Therapies: Mindfulness, CBT, Solution-Focused, Psychoanalytic
Gail Ward, LPC Location: Payette
Location: Payette
Gail Ward is a licensed practicing counselor. She graduated from Capella University in June of 2016 with a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling. She licensed by the Idaho Board of License Counselors (LCPC 7660) Gail holds a certificate as a Master in Addiction Counseling through NAADAC and a CADC III in Oregon. She is also a Certified Chaplain and trained in EMDR. Gail is a part-time counselor serving clients and their families for a variety of mental health concerns. She uses a variety of theoretical approaches in her practice to meet the needs of the clients assigned to me. Her approach is to meet the individual needs of the client by empathizing with their concerns and working to find a solution that will help them to move towards healing and finding health and wholeness in their lives.
Gail Ward is a licensed practicing counselor. She graduated from Capella University in June of 2016 with a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling. She licensed by the Idaho Board of License Counselors (LCPC 7660) Gail holds a certificate as a Master in Addiction Counseling through NAADAC and a CADC III in Oregon. She is also a Certified Chaplain and trained in EMDR. Gail is a part-time counselor serving clients and their families for a variety of mental health concerns. She uses a variety of theoretical approaches in her practice to meet the needs of the clients assigned to me. Her approach is to meet the individual needs of the client by empathizing with their concerns and working to find a solution that will help them to move towards healing and finding health and wholeness in their lives.
Age group: Adolescent- Adult
Interests: Primarily Adults & Elderly as well as Teenagers
Therapies: EMDR, CADC-3, SUD, CBT, Grief & Loss, Spirituality
Alaina Stroebel, LPC
Location: Payette, Payette Schools & Teletherapy
Age group: 6- Adults
Therapies: Psychodynamic/ Attachment Theory, Play/ Interactive Therapies, Person-Centered, CBT, Integrative Mental Health & Christian Counseling (upon request)
Garlena Rumsey, LPC
Garlena Rumsey is Licensed Professional Counselor certified in Clinical Counseling Trauma Professional. She obtained her Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2010 and began her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. She is currently working on her dissertation and hopes to complete it in September 2023. She worked at Hollis Mental Health Services, LLC for the last six and a half years. While working on her dissertation in September she found that enjoys doing telehealth. With her Doctorate degree, she can teach at a University level which is her ultimate goal. Garlena has experience with CBT groups in Substance Abuse.
Age groups: Adolescents, Adults, Couples, and the Elderly.
Theory: Adlerian
Interest: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Parenting, LGBTQ+,
Therapies: CBT, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, Complementary, and Alternative
Sahirit Ramos, MSW
Therapies: CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, Strengths-Based
Jamie Anzaldua, BSW, QMHP
Location: Ontario
Jamie Anzaldua is a recent graduate from NNU in 2022 earning her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a minor in Criminal Justice. She is continuing her studies at NNU and is in her specialized clinical year in the graduate Social Work program. Jamie believes in the strengths-based approach when working with clients to empower them, create a more satisfying life, build healthy relationships, and move toward healing.
In her my free time, she enjoys supporting herchildren in all their many activities; hiking, camping, fishing and hunting.
~Accepting Oregon Medicaid and Self Pay~
Lysa Miley, MSW
Location: Ontario
"You’re not alone. Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone. I believe in the capacity for people to grow, change, and experience joy; but we must do the work. It’s not always easy, but it is very rewarding." ~Lysa Miley
Lysa Miley is a current student in her specialized clinical year at Northwest Nazarene University. Her therapeutic approach is weighted in the way we think. Cognitive therapy is based on the idea that when you change the way you think, you can change the way you feel and behave. If we can learn to think about ourselves and other people in a more positive and realistic way, it will be far easier to resolve conflicts and develop rewarding personal and professional relationships.
One of her favorite books; Oh! The Places You’ll
Go, reminds us that through the good and difficult times, we must remember to dream and believe in ourselves.
Dr. Seuss wrote it best, “When you're in a Slump, you're not in for much fun. Un-slumping yourself is not easily done…You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so… get on your way!”
~Accepting Oregon Medicaid and Self Pay~
LaTasha Tyler, MSW
Location: Ontario & Teletherapy
Jenifer Kitchens, LCPC
Jenifer Kitchens, graduated from The College of Idaho with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She then graduated from Capella University with a Master of Science in Human Services with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Jenifer has worked in the mental health field for over 30 years. Having experience working with individuals of all ages, stages, and experiences. She has worked with people with severe and persistent mental illness, stage of life issues, relationship issues, and times of stress and trauma. Jenifer works with children in a variety of capacities helping them learn coping, communication, boundary-setting skills. She has also worked with adults and children with developmental delays. She believes we all have strengths that can help us overcome our weaknesses. She helps people identify and develop their own personal strengths to overcome whatever life dishes up. Abigail Elmore, MFT
Location: Nampa & Teletherapy
Abigail Elmore, MFT
Location: Nampa & Teletherapy
My focus is on clients mind, body and spirit. Abigail Elmore has spent her last 14 years in California at a private practice and working with adolescents, adults, and provided psychotherapy for people recovering from drugs and alcohol. She take a mind body spirit approach to healing. She enjoys working with children, adults, couples, and families including Marriage and Family Therapy. Her passion is helping people move through trauma and helping them restore peace into their lives. She works using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. In my free time, She loves exercising, biking and spending time with her children as well as singing and meditation.~Accepting Idaho Medicaid and Self Pay~
Age Group: All Ages
Interest: Play therapy, trauma, anxiety, depression, couples and family
Therapies: CBT, Solution focused, Psychoanalytic
Norman Perlas, MSWLocation: Nampa & Teletherapy
Norman Perlas is a graduate with his Masters Degree in Social Work as well as his bachelor degree from California State University, Long Beach. His concentration is children, youth & families. With an emphasis in school social work. He has experience working with you and adults from a multitude of various socioeconomic backgrounds, challenges, and successes such as conflict resolution, goal setting, problem solving, financial counseling, mental health, social skills, behavioral issues and other areas as well. It is important to meet the individual were they are at in order for them to move forward. Norm is excited to offer whatever he can do to help individuals overcome their life changes and build on their strengths and strengthen any areas they would like to grow in.
~Accepting Idaho Medicaid and Self Pay~
Age Group: Youth to Adult
Interests: Behavioral Issues, Marriage, Christian Counseling
Therapies: Holistic, Strength Based, Play Therapy
Rachel Schorr, MCPLocation: Nampa 
Rachel is passionate about helping her clients evolve into their best self. She believes in a collaborative, cultivating, and safe environment that allows healing and transformation to occur organically. She invites play and curiosity to foster creative action in which wholeness in body, mind, and spirit is found. She specializes in Somatic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, holding her Master’s Degree in Psychotherapy from University of Roehampton, London. She is a credentialed dance movement therapist (R-DMT) and certified yoga instructor (200 RYT). She incorporates these modalities to invite empowerment and experiential change in her clients. Rachel has worked at multiple inpatient behavioral units with a focus on crisis intervention and stabilization. She is looking to empower clients of all ages and backgrounds.
~Accepting Idaho Medicaid and Self Pay~
Age Group: Children, Adults, Elderly
Interests: Adolescents, Children, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Trauma
Therapies: Somatic, Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality and Holistic
Rachel is passionate about helping her clients evolve into their best self. She believes in a collaborative, cultivating, and safe environment that allows healing and transformation to occur organically. She invites play and curiosity to foster creative action in which wholeness in body, mind, and spirit is found. She specializes in Somatic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, holding her Master’s Degree in Psychotherapy from University of Roehampton, London. She is a credentialed dance movement therapist (R-DMT) and certified yoga instructor (200 RYT). She incorporates these modalities to invite empowerment and experiential change in her clients. Rachel has worked at multiple inpatient behavioral units with a focus on crisis intervention and stabilization. She is looking to empower clients of all ages and backgrounds.
~Accepting Idaho Medicaid and Self Pay~
Age Group: Children, Adults, Elderly
Interests: Adolescents, Children, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Trauma
Therapies: Somatic, Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality and Holistic
Karen Hull, LCSWLocation: Teletherapy
Karen Hull. is a LCSW licensed in Utah and Idaho. She has worked with clients from age 4 to 84 in individual, family, couple, and group settings. She is a certified hypnotherapist through the National Guild of Hypnotists, certified in EMDR, and the application of neuroscience for various emotional needs. Prior to gaining her LCSW she worked in organic biochemistry and noticed the parallels between quantum physics and the human experience. She believes all is vibrational and much can be accomplished through changing the energy fields of the mind. Karen works with youth to adults, with a humanistic solution approach. She focuses with a humanistic, solution approach, believing that we are whole and have everything innately necessary to live full successful lives. She use an eclectic therapeutic style and believe the situation and relationship will dictate treatment needs.
Age Group: Youth to Adult
Interests: Children, adolescents, adults, holistic and Solution Approach Therapies
Therapies: Hypnotherapy and EMDR
Sam Davis, LMSWLocation: Teletherapy
Sam Davis earned her Master’s of Social Work from Walla Walla University. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Idaho. She is currently pursuing supervision to obtain her clinical license (LCSW).
Sam has held various positions in the mental health field; counseling, community-based rehabilitation, case management, social worker, and peer support. She believe in a strength-based approach when working with clients to empower them. Sam says she has experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma throughout their lifetime. Her aim is to support you in exploring your experiences, family patterns, and the mind-body connection to bring understanding to the impacts of each. She works to support clients in developing alternative and more effective skills with processing and coping with challenges they are experiencing. She has experience working with and enjoying adolescents and adults with childhood trauma and persistent mental disorders. I believe she believes a in the mix of the evidence-based therapy modalities when working with clients.
Sam has held various positions in the mental health field; counseling, community-based rehabilitation, case management, social worker, and peer support. She believe in a strength-based approach when working with clients to empower them. Sam says she has experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma throughout their lifetime. Her aim is to support you in exploring your experiences, family patterns, and the mind-body connection to bring understanding to the impacts of each. She works to support clients in developing alternative and more effective skills with processing and coping with challenges they are experiencing. She has experience working with and enjoying adolescents and adults with childhood trauma and persistent mental disorders. I believe she believes a in the mix of the evidence-based therapy modalities when working with clients.
Age group: Adolescents and Adults
Interests: Trauma, Domestic Violence, Suicide Ideation, PTSD, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+, Relationship Issues, Spiritual/ Faith issues, Self-esteem, Foster Care, Divorce
Therapies: Strength-Based, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, EMDR, Brain-spotting
Age group: Adolescents and Adults
Interests: Trauma, Domestic Violence, Suicide Ideation, PTSD, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+, Relationship Issues, Spiritual/ Faith issues, Self-esteem, Foster Care, Divorce
Courtney Stimpson, LMSWLocation: Teletherapy
Courtney Stimpson, absolutely loves providing counseling services to individuals and families in need. She has experience with crisis intervention, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Courtney had the opportunity to work as a mental health therapist at several counseling agencies as well as working as a therapist at the Behavioral Health Center for Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, Id. She uses a range of therapeutic techniques that are tailored to meet your specific needs. Her goal is to provide you with a positive counseling experience and help you through any challenges life may throw at you.
Age group: Young Children (Able to do Tele-therapy) - Adult
Interest: Children, adults, most experience with adolescents.
Therapies: DBT, CBT, Person-Centered Therapy Tyra Peone, LMSW Location: Teletherapy
Tyra Peone, (she/they), graduated from Columbia University School of Social Work in 2021 with a Master in Social Work. She has a background in LGBTQ+ and Racial-Ethic advocacy as well as trauma-focused, strength-based, and harm reduction counseling. She enjoys working with people through a variety of different therapies with an emphasis on Art Therapy and CBT. Tyra offers individual, couples and family therapy for all age groups. She works to help people identify their strengths and the ways in which the can use those strengths to increase the quality of life.
Age Group: Young Children ( able to do teletherapy to adults)
Interests: Children, adults, most experienced with adolescents
Therapies: DBT, CBT, Person-Centered Therapy
Tyra Peone, (she/they), graduated from Columbia University School of Social Work in 2021 with a Master in Social Work. She has a background in LGBTQ+ and Racial-Ethic advocacy as well as trauma-focused, strength-based, and harm reduction counseling. She enjoys working with people through a variety of different therapies with an emphasis on Art Therapy and CBT. Tyra offers individual, couples and family therapy for all age groups. She works to help people identify their strengths and the ways in which the can use those strengths to increase the quality of life.
Age Group: Young Children ( able to do teletherapy to adults)
Interests: Children, adults, most experienced with adolescents
Therapies: DBT, CBT, Person-Centered Therapy
Alison Salyer graduated from Florida State University in 2021 with a Master of Social Work and is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Idaho. She interned at Cascade Family Practice in Cascade, Id., and at St. Luke’s McCall Behavioral Health in McCall, Id., where she provided therapy to individuals and families. She currently provides therapy to individuals with Insight through teletherapy. She also works as a hospital social worker in McCall. Alison is passionate about serving individuals and families, especially those in rural settings and those experiencing the intersectionality of various life experiences (e.g., poverty, minorities, LGBTQ+, trauma).
Age Group: Adolescents 11+ through adults
Interests: Suicide prevention, treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, addictions, abuse.
Therapies: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, solution-focused therapy (SFT), interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), feedback-informed treatment (FIT), motivational interview (MI), acceptance and commitment therapy
Age Group: Young adults, adult seniors
Interests: ADHD, depression, anxiety, spirituality/faith issues, self-esteem
Esca Koegelenberg, MSW Location: Teletherapy
Esca Koegelenberg, is an MSW. She graduated with her master’s in social work in May of 2022 from SFA. She enjoys working with clients from diverse populations. She also enjoys working with a wide variety of issues such as, anxiety, depression, BPD, ADHD, trauma and relationships. Esca approaches the therapeutic process as a foundation for growth that integrates the whole person. Esca believes that in order to reach your maximum potential as a person and out of life, you must become aware of all four parts of yourself: Physical, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. She works to empower her clients and to help them work through current and past traumas. With the goal to grow personally, professionally, and relationally. Her goal is to help you find your confidence in navigating all of life’s highs and lows.
~Accepting Idaho/Oregon Medicaid and Self Pay~
Age Group: Diverse populations
Interests: Anxiety, Depression, BPD, ADHD, Trauma and Relationships
Therapies: Strength-based, CBT, and DBT
Esca Koegelenberg, is an MSW. She graduated with her master’s in social work in May of 2022 from SFA. She enjoys working with clients from diverse populations. She also enjoys working with a wide variety of issues such as, anxiety, depression, BPD, ADHD, trauma and relationships. Esca approaches the therapeutic process as a foundation for growth that integrates the whole person. Esca believes that in order to reach your maximum potential as a person and out of life, you must become aware of all four parts of yourself: Physical, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. She works to empower her clients and to help them work through current and past traumas. With the goal to grow personally, professionally, and relationally. Her goal is to help you find your confidence in navigating all of life’s highs and lows.
Kristen Coltrin, LMSW Location: Marsing Schools
Location: Marsing Schools
Kristen Coltrin, is a proud graduate of Northwest Nazarene University with a Master’s in Social Work, specializing in community mental health and addictions. The theory she most aligns with is Systems Theory - which basically means that she believe there are many factors that lead to the way we think and interact with the world. Biology, upbringing, friends, culture, where we live – all these things contribute to our experience. Learning is always on her agenda as she tries to keep up with new research and modes of therapy. There is no “one size fits all” theory. Kristen likes to cater sessions to your needs and preferences. She has extensive experience in crisis management and suicide prevention, having worked and volunteered for the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline. Offering a resource for suicide prevention education, she has been providing introductory training for clergy/church leaders to help congregation members who suffer from depression and/or suicidal thoughts. She has also provided therapy in schools, inpatient and outpatient mental health facilities, and drug, alcohol, and eating disorder rehabilitation facilities. Her office is a safe place for you to express your thoughts and challenges. She that believe that by working together can work healthier mindset and awareness can be created with your strengths and values, which will help you lead a more satisfying life and improve your relationships with others
Age group: Children, Adolescents & Emerging Adults
Interests: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Crisis/Suicidal Ideation, LGBTQ+
Therapies: ACT, DBT, Play Group, Solution Focused, EMDR
Stacey Cooper, LMSWLocation: Schools, in Home & Teletherapy
Stacey Cooper has worked with children, teenagers, parents, and families in a variety of settings and roles for several years. She enjoys working with a wide variety of issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, peer relationships & social skills, behavioral issues, issues in school, family conflict, self-harming or suicidal issues, eating disorders, issues with abuse, anger management, attachment issues, parenting skills, and more. She offers individual therapy, couples therapy, and family/reunification therapy. Parenting classes with a curriculum based on Love and Logic and one on protective parenting are both offered as well. Age group: Children (preferred) - All ages- Families
Interests: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, eating disorders and attachment and behavioral issues
Miranda Hernandez, LMSW Location: Glenns Ferry Schools
Age group: Children (preferred) - All ages- Families
Interests: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, eating disorders and attachment and behavioral issues
Location: Glenns Ferry Schools
Miranda Hernandez. earned her Master’s in Social Work from Boise State University. She has knowledge in working with individuals of all ages and a wide range of diverse populations. She currently works with children, youth, and adults. She has experience working with individuals who are diagnosed severe and persistent mental illness such as Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality, and Psychosis. Miranda has enjoyed working with a wide variety of issues including depression, suicide ideation, and anxiety. She focuses her practice on strength-based approach and she believes each individual has their own strengths and ability to identify them. She utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches that help meet your specific needs.
Age Group: All ages
Interest: Severe & Amp; Persistent Mental Illness, Anxiety and Depression
Therapies: CBT, Strength-Based, Play Group, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing
Alisha Hunt, LMSW Location: Marsing Schools
Alisha Hunt graduated from the University of New England in 2016 with her Master Social Work Degree. She has been working with individuals and families for the past 12 years. She has worked with children and families, Veterans, and SUD. She also has experience in conducting forensic interviews and groups.
Age group: 5-Adults
Interests: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Veterans, Substance Use, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence
Therapies: Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, Strengths-based, Interactive Therapy, Trauma-based.
Alisha Hunt graduated from the University of New England in 2016 with her Master Social Work Degree. She has been working with individuals and families for the past 12 years. She has worked with children and families, Veterans, and SUD. She also has experience in conducting forensic interviews and groups.
Age group: 5-Adults
Interests: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Veterans, Substance Use, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence
Therapies: Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, Strengths-based, Interactive Therapy, Trauma-based.
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Hello, I am Karyssa Shaw and I'm the Administrative Assistant. I just started at Insight Counseling and I can already say I love it. I will be assisting with billing and insurance as well as helping in other areas where I am needed.
I love reading, watching movies and hanging out with friends and family.
Payette Office Manager
Hello! I have been the Office Manager at our Payette Office since 2019. I have lived in Payette basically my entire life and this is truly the most rewarding position I've ever held. I currently handle all calls and rescheduling for our established clients as well as book appointments for new clients in the office or Teletherapy via Zoom.
I have been married for almost six years and have three grown children and 5 beautiful grandchildren.
It is such a pleasure to be here! I joined Insight Counseling as the Ontario Office Manager in 2022. I graduated from Ontario High School in 1991. After living in various states throughout the years, I made the decision to return back in the Spring. It is such a privilege and honor to be a part of an amazing group of professionals. My focus is making sure to provide a comfortable and friendly environment for all our clients. Mental Health is so important for all walks of life. It is a rewarding experience knowing I can become a part of that process by scheduling appointments, and reaching out to those in need. In my spare time, I enjoy camping, sports, (both playing and watching) impromptu road trips, concerts, dancing and spending time with my family and friends.
Hello, my name is Kylie Hicks. I have been with Insight since the Summer of 2022. I was born and raised in Seattle. I have spent my adult years in various part of Idaho, along with my Australian Shepard, Koda Bear. Please give me call at the Nampa location. I would be happy to schedule an in person or teletherapy appointment. I look forward to speaking with you!
