Family Therapy in Idaho Falls, ID

I know how difficult it can be to reach out for help. You are already showing bravery by coming this far. I can help support you in your healing journey as you deepen your self-awareness, connect more fully with others, and learn how to live more authentically. My holistic and mindful approach to healing will empower you to access your inner strength.

I have a very large tool bag to help you move through a variety of issues. I have the equivalent of a minor in elementary education, child psychology and developmental psychology. I changed majors to Social Work and feel my added skills of psychology and education give me a different edge than a lot of counselors in the field. I work with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, military veteran's and the entire family. I work with many diagnosis's to find a solution together which suits you best in personal growth. Contact us to work together today.

You’re lying in bed next to your partner, but it feels like there’s an unbridgeable gap between you. Lately, it’s as though you’re just roommates. You tolerate each other and have built a functional life together, but something integral is missing. There’s no passion anymore, and the romance has all but disappeared. When you try to discuss these issues, it always seems to devolve into a screaming match. Neither of you is having your needs met. You’ve both become so locked into your family roles that there appears to be no way out. You’re not ready to give up, but you don’t know how much longer you can go on like this. You need help.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in Idaho and Texas, with an associate level license in Utah. I work with individuals, couples, and families with the goal of helping you experience increased mental health and connection in your relationships. I have experience working with trauma, abuse, depression/anxiety, ADHD, personality disorders, addiction, spiritual/religious concerns, and relationship distress. I also have extensive experience working with families and couples. I take a relational approach with my clients and help them to address their concerns with their context in mind.

As a generalist, I welcome clients from all backgrounds and phases of life dealing with an array of life challenges. I have specific training and experience working with individuals (of all genders) with sex addiction and other problematic compulsive behaviors. As a sex addiction specialist I work extensively with people who have trauma histories and attachment injuries. I welcome clients who are gender and sexually diverse, and adult and adolescent clients.

I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, and life adjustments. I also work with clients on relationship enhancement, parenting, dating/preparation for marriage, interpersonal communication, stress management, conflict resolution, personal growth, emotional healing, and relational unity. I assist parents, children, and families with relationship struggles and behavioral/emotional issues. I am licensed and able to provide confidential online video therapy for clients in Idaho, New Hampshire, and Utah.

I value the opportunity to walk with you in your journey, no matter where you are at. I strive to provide a safe space where you can connect with your most authentic self. This work is best done with a non-judgmental, genuine therapeutic relationship. I enjoy working with people from all diverse backgrounds. In particular, I specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety disorders. Family therapy is also a specialty of mine. I am endlessly curious to learn people's stories and I feel deeply privileged to be invited into these stories every day.

I work with adults and teens ages 12 as they navigate change, communication struggles, and painful experiences. I strive to see everyone through the lens of their strengths. My goal is to help clients experiencing anxiety, depression, loss and grief, effects of trauma, or suicidal thoughts, achieve stability and thrive through use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. I rely heavily on mindfulness-based practices to increase emotional awareness that is needed before change.

If you asked me what I would want you to know about me, I would tell you that first and foremost, I love serving and working with people, especially youth. I care deeply and have a really big heart. I strive to make my office a sanctuary where people can openly share and work on healing with no thought of judgement or criticism. I have an honest heart and I strive to listen, understand, connect, and help you heal. I will do my best to help you find within yourself the ability to challenge yourself and to open the channels for personal growth and learning.

I believe every human being has within them the ability to reach their potential. Sometimes we need help unraveling our strengths while we work through difficult aspects of our lives. Together, I believe we can build resilience, improve our connections to others, give ourselves and others compassion for our suffering and build hope. I feel it is a privilege to be a part of my clients’ pathway of change toward a more fulfilling life.

I have been a marriage and family therapist for over 25 years. I have worked with marriage and family issues as well as mental health issues throughout that time. I have been in private practice for over 15 years and thoroughly enjoy the work that I do and the clients that I work with.

My passion is helping families, adults, and children to gain insight and power over their lives as they learn how their minds work. I have a special interest in helping you to take steps to be compassionate to yourself, accept your worth, and find the motivation and skills to improve. I find that this approach helps adults and children (with parental participation), and even toddlers better manage various challenges, such as anxiety, depression, OCD, intrusive thoughts, chronic pain, ADHD, trauma, and other challenges.

Reaching out for help when life keeps on going is the first step to healing. I work with adolescents and adults in a telehealth platform to meet you where you are at. I am able to provide therapy to individuals, couples, and groups in Idaho and Utah and have extended hours to meet you exactly where you are at in your journey. My area of expertise is working with clients for the treatment of grief and loss, end-of-life and life transitions, disease prognosis and coping with illness, caregivers for children with disabilities, anxiety, depression, trauma, family disruption/conflict, and AFCC informed therapy.

Having premarital, marital, post-divorce, mental health challenges like depression or anxiety, parenting, in-laws, pornography, and family challenges? Nedra can assist you with these difficulties. She is collaborative in her approach and listens to your concerns and is kind and understanding.

LouAnn "Annie" Stermer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She received her Bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University and her Masters of Marital Couple and Family Counseling from Idaho State University. She has extensive experience helping individuals with a wide range of issues including marriage counseling, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, pain management, relationship issues and divorce recovery to name a few. She also works with partners of sex addicts in both individual and group therapy, from a betrayal trauma model to help them find a path of self empowerment and healing.

Currently I am taking online client's only. I am licensed in both Montana and Idaho. I specialize in helping adults address a range of issues. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples and family therapy. I use a client-centered, strength based approach to establish a trusting relationship to identify the issues most important to you. My experience has been diverse with history working in boarding and public schools. Wilderness therapy, Primary Care clinics and outpatient therapy. I work with depression, grief, trauma work and career issues, stress management and relational problems.

Life is a journey. It is full of highs and lows and all of the moments in between. Trying to navigate life and all of its complexities independently can be challenging. Finding someone that you can build a therapeutic relationship can make the process much more manageable. You have a person who is able to educate, support, challenge, process with, encourage, motivate, cheerlead and celebrate you as you work through the challenges presented in your life. It is nice to know you are not alone. I want to be that person for you. I consider this an honor.

As a marriage and family therapist (MFT), I treat a range of relationship issues: couples and marital problems, infidelity, family problems, depression, anxiety, individual psychological problems, and child-parent problems. I practice therapy with brief, solution-focused goals.

I believe every person is worthy of achieving their maximum potential in relationships, work, and life overall. Life's challenges can often be opportunities for growth. Whether it's a stressful life transition, unresolved emotional trauma, or an overwhelming addiction, I can guide you through this process of change. My goal is to help you appreciate and develop your unique qualities and strengths, empowering you to utilize tools that will improve your life. I specialize in treating pornography and sexual addictions, trauma and shame. I facilitate groups for the LifeSTAR Network, a three-phase program for couples and individuals affected by pornography and sexual addiction.