I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience providing therapy to adults and older teenagers using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing modalities to support my clients. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and I find great satisfaction in assisting my clients as they process and heal from past traumas.
I have experience working with a variety of mental health diagnoses; Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia and others. I have worked closely with teens through the juvenile court system and Idaho Youth Ranch. I also have experience working with veterans, substance use recovery, homeless, refugees and trauma survivors.
I am easily able to build rapport and trust with my clients. I am curious and enjoy learning my clients just as much as I am hopeful to offer them. Respect of others, their lives, their history, their hopes and their beliefs is my top priority.
I earned my Bachelors of Arts in Sociology and Criminal Justice through Gonzaga University in 1996 and my Masters of Social Work through Boise State University in 2008.
I am a native Idahoan. I love the great outdoors, gardening, anything on the water, yoga, reading and music. Learning about other cultures and travel is a passion of mine.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing counseling to all ages, but specializing in child and adolescent family counseling. I have spent my professional career working with children and their families with the intent of building strong and supportive family relationships. My passion is helping parents create a nurturing and consistent environment that allows their child to thrive and reduces childhood behavioral and emotional difficulties.
With children, I take both a strengths and a systems approach, focusing on increasing the positive in a child’s life, not just in self, but in each setting that the child is part of. In order to accomplish this, I enjoy spending time with the parents, learning from them about their child and helping them to understand their child’s unique needs.
Working with children and their families has given me a unique perspective on the ways that a person’s childhood can have a profound effect on their selves as adults. I have very much enjoyed and had great success when working with adults who struggle with unresolved childhood emotions that have affected their confidence or sense of self into adulthood. I approach therapy with adults from a humanistic approach, helping individuals explore their own emotions and intentions and encouraging a greater self-awareness. I enjoy building a strong and open therapeutic relationship with each person I work with and strive to create an atmosphere where each individual feels safe and comfortable.
I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Walla Walla College and my Masters in Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino. On my free time, I spend time with my wife and two young children, and enjoy activities such as mountain biking, camping, and playing volleyball.
Sarah Ballard, MSW, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mental health therapist with a background in reproductive health care and human behavior. I earned both my BSW and MSW from Boise State University.
We know that the therapeutic relationship is the number one indicator for success in therapy, so my approach is rooted in trust, connection, and collaboration. I use a strengths-based perspective to help clients identify their inner resources and build on what’s already working. I also practice from a trauma-informed and decolonizing lens, questioning traditional therapy models that center dominant cultural norms, and instead creating space that honors each person’s lived experience and self-determination. Inclusive, affirming language is a cornerstone of my work, with the goal of creating a space that feels welcoming for all and where folks can feel brave to learn and grow. I am committed to dismantling oppressive systems in therapy and showing up as a whole, authentic human, not just a professional with letters behind my name.
I work with children, teens, and adults, and have experience supporting clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and more. My background in reproductive health includes care related to perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, pregnancy loss (including termination, miscarriage, and stillbirth), gender-affirming support, LGBTQ+ counseling, non-traditional relationships, and sexual health. I provide therapy in clinical settings, via telehealth, and in-home.
Outside the therapy room, I enjoy being outdoors, diving into creative projects, and spending time with those I love. I’m currently learning D&D, dabble in video games, and rarely pass up an opportunity to geek out about biology and human behavior.
Hello! I feel truly honored to be an advocate for my clients as they work to write their own story of healing and growth. I realize that making the choice to engage in therapy takes courage and bravery and my priority is to make the experience of therapy a warm, non-judgmental, and validating space where you feel supported and encouraged to embrace your inherent worth, innate strengths, and address the obstacles you are facing, knowing that you are not alone. I want to listen to your story and help process the meanings and responses that come from it. My approach is person-centered while exploring the relationships and systems that have influenced your journey so this point. I appreciate the impact of attachment and relationship and use these approaches to gain perspective and understanding of how the past impacts the present and explore ways to grow from places that have been wounded. My personality is warm and straightforward which I have seen helps to build trust and comfort in the therapeutic relationship. I believe that healing takes place in the context of connection and relationship and will help to support the positive supports in your life. My goal is to inspire hope and possibility and I bring those qualities into my practice.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with adolescents, children, adults, and families. I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, and more. I love working with diverse and unique individuals and situations and am inclusive toward all sexual orientations, gender identities, and family types.
I earned by Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Boise State University in 2018 and my Masters of Social Work from Boise State University in 2019. I have worked with adolescents in inpatient psychiatric settings and with a variety of populations in community medical hospital settings. In my free time, I love spending time with my partner and our 3 kiddos, reading, playing piano, listening to a good podcast, and starting craft projects.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with many years of experience providing mental health services and support to youth, teens, and adults within community agency settings and health care and hospital settings. I work with individuals from a systems framework and holistic framework. I bring focus to what is in an individual’s control today. I focus on strengths, building empathy, realigning goals, and establishing systems that improve functioning. I work to create a warm and welcoming space for individuals to bring their full selves without judgement.
I have worked with diverse client populations which include. seniors, veterans, and medically fragile persons, developmentally disabled, and autistic adults. I also have personal experience as a cancer survivor and coping with multiple medical conditions. I received my Bachelors in Social Work in University of California, Chico and my Masters a from California State University, San Bernardino in 1997. I enjoy nature, hiking, travel, and hanging out with my son.
I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with individuals on their journey of greater self-discovery, growth, and healing.
Beatrice Carroll, LCSW, ACADC
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ACADC). I received my undergraduate degree from Boise State University and my Masters in Social Work from Walla Walla University in Washington. I have been in practice for 30 years with experience in outpatient, inpatient, and residential alcohol and drug treatment programs and centers.
Addictions are my specialty. I have been in recovery since May 12, 1982 and practice the principles in my own life. I use the 12-step model and work with the addict as well as the family to ensure the whole family heals.
I also work with woman’s issues and recovery from trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to change behaviors that are not working in their lives. I work to empower clients to make internal and external changes to become more self-aware, enabling them to live in peace and harmony.
I have lived in Idaho for 35 years and enjoy time with family, Tai Chi, quilting, painting, and spending time in the garden.
I am a licensed Masters Social Worker. I received my Undergraduate and Masters degree from Boise State University. I am on a path toward obtaining my Clinical Social Work license. As far back as I can remember, I’ve always had a strong desire to help others. As your therapist, I will guide you to where you want to be. There will be no judgment when working together.
I have worked with a variety of individuals ranging from children to seniors. I have worked with Veterans, LGBTQ+, teens and people with ADHD and/or Autism. I have helped clients with trauma, depression, anxiety, finding their identity, and developing coping skills. I have also assisted clients in managing and overcoming substance use challenges. I embrace individuals from all backgrounds and value each of my clients. Anyone who steps into my
office will be treated with dignity and respect. I use a strength based and person-centered approach. In working together, we will shed light on your strengths while also identifying and working on your needs and/or goals.
I am an Idaho native. I love the outdoors, camping, walking my dog, playing with my cats, playing video games, reading, spending time with my partner and drinking coffee.
Hello! I am a licensed Masters Social Worker. After twenty years of acute care nursing, I followed my heart’s passion for mental health. I received my Master’s in Social Work from Boise State University in 2024. As a clinician, I am dedicated to helping adults navigate life’s challenges and discover their inner strengths. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and mutual respect. I seek to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes. I specialize in the treatment of substance recovery, complex PTSD, and couples counseling. I firmly believe that while we cannot change our circumstances, we can transform our relationship with ourselves to build the life we deserve.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker and mental health therapist. My goal is to create a compassionate, safe space for all humans. I utilize a person-centered, trauma-focused, collaborative, strengths-based approach. I have worked in an inpatient psychiatric unit and outpatient community mental health. I have experience working with adults, teenagers, and children with a variety of mental health diagnoses and treatment goals. I enjoy working with diverse client populations. I am honored to support and empower clients in realigning their goals, exploring their innate strengths, healing, and discovering meaning in their lives.
I received my Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Science in political science with an emphasis in public law and political philosophy from Boise State University. In my free time, I love spending time with my dog, family, and friends, and enjoy activities such as puzzles, creating art, watching the sunset, and connecting with others.