Are you soaking up the gorgeous sun on a sandy beach in the beautiful town of Sandpoint?
Then you're a lucky person. Not everyone gets to live in such ideal circumstances. If you're not taking full advantage of the beauty and luxury Sandpoint has to offer, maybe you should ask yourself why.

If the answer has anything to do with mental wellness, then perhaps it's time to reach out for a little help. Please don't hesitate to contact a Standpoint-Area mental health professional to get the support you need to battle issues such as anxiety, depression, complicated relationships, trauma, loss, or anything in between.

Psychologist Brian Shapiro providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Brian Shapiro

Clinician
License Type(s): M.S.,L.M.F.T.
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issues
46 years offering treatment

Hello! Very nice to meet you! While I do not yet know you personally, clients have often told me that seeking out a therapist for yourself can be an exciting, challenging and sometimes stressful experience in itself! Which therapist will I be able to relate to? Which therapist might best understand me and my own unique feelings and life experiences? It takes real courage to take this first step on this journey toward self-discovery and change. Perhaps you will choose me to be the one to help guide you. I have over 35 years of experience in practice as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, first in California, and then in Idaho. A Masters Level graduate of the University of Southern California's (USC) Graduate School of Counseling, I have extensive experience working with both individuals and couples, along with families in many different settings and from many different backgrounds . One specialty area of my practice has been devoted to assisting survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional trauma and abuse, including survivors of childhood abuse and neglect and domestic violence. Survivors of such abuse can sometimes suffer from after effects of trauma, such as emotional difficulties, problems with trusting others, anxiety and panic type attacks, and ongoing physical ailments. This kind of post traumatic stress (PTSD) can manifest itself in survivors of childhood and domestic violence. Sometimes these past experiences can be the cause of problems in the bedroom, including sexual dysfunction, trust issues, and problems with sexual intimacy. The good news is that these problems are treatable. If this sounds like you, let me help you with this. The worst thing you can do is nothing. My approach to the counseling experience is simple and straightforward. I believe that most everyone has the potential to learn, grow, and ultimately change if they so desire. For many, this process of self exploration is unfamiliar and even the thought of it can be anxiety provoking at first. For others, there is a sense of relief at finally disclosing to another human being the often hidden thoughts and feelings they have been experiencing and perhaps suffering from for so long. I am first and always a caring, empathetic, and emotionally supportive listener. You set the pace of this process. I am here to help guide and assist you. I work in various treatment modalities, and you will often hear therapists advertise about the types of treatments they utilize. Words such as cognitive, or cognitive behavioral, or psychodynamic are often used. Rather than telling you which approach is best, I will instead direct your attention to the numerous studies conducted over many years now which largely agree on one thing. Mainly, that the relationship which develops between the therapist and the client is single most important factor in achieving successful outcomes. And while required continuing education courses keep all clinicians current in this ever changing field, I believe that it is the personal characteristics of the therapist you choose to be most important. The therapist you choose should be skilled in fostering a positive, empathetic, and caring therapeutic relationship in which the client can safe to explore and discover themselves at their own pace with the therapist guiding and encouraging, but not dictating, their progress. I believe you will find me capable of fostering a positive and caring relationship with you which you will find to be emotionally supportive as well as solution focused, and tailored to your specific needs.

Psychologist Stephen (Steve) Yates providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Stephen (Steve) Yates

Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
35 years offering treatment

I've been a therapist for a lot of years and have a lot of vary diverse experience ranging from individual, couple/relationship, inpatient and outpatient therapy and even training as a hostage negotiator. I've been a certified hypnotherapist, have a background in spiritual counseling as well. As such, I'm not limited to one approach to helping my clients but can offer multiple approaches that fits the individual the best. I have expertise in both mild and severe mental health related issues. While I don't believe that I have all of the answers, I am confident that I can provide ideas, methods, and approaches that are probably very new or different than what you have already currently experienced. My goal for therapy is to find what works best for you, in order to get you feeling and functioning better sooner rather than later.

Psychologist Grant Grover providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Grant Grover

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment

Hello, life is beautiful!! I know we may not always feel that way and if you need help to feel that way again, let me help you. I have over 25 years experience in helping people reach their goals in life. I am compassionate, positive, and love helping people see how amazing they are. We all have minds that help us, but often get in the way of our ability to see and create the joy in life that we seek. I love helping people understand their competencies, self-worth and strengths and how they can use these to achieve there goals in a lasting way. I take great joy in seeing clients who have partnered with me in the growth process, years after counseling, who have had lasting changes that have increased throughout the years. I want you to be one of those people. I have worked with people of all ages. I have been trained as an expert in addictions , depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, relationship issues, religious issues, and grief and loss while working for the State of California. I have worked with mild, moderate and severe mental health challenges, including over five years working with in patient hospitalization. I have been highly effective in a private practice and I know how to treat client's who need short term or long term therapy that can take years with very good outcomes. I use a Client Centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and ACT-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness training as well as various other modalities as needed. I love the truths of Jesus Christ as taught in various churches around the world. I love working with people who want therapy that can include a respect for their religious beliefs in the therapeutic process. I also help people with religious issues as they relate to Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, Various Addictions and Religious Preoccupation and Perseveration as well as Spiritual Abuse and its effects on families, individuals and couples. I work with people from all faiths. I am an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I look forward to supporting you in receiving the therapy you need in an environment that will aid you in using your religious beliefs as strengths to help you on your journey. I look forward to helping you meet your goals!

Psychologist Dr. Jerard Holton providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Dr. Jerard Holton

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma, Texas, and Idaho with 6 years of professional work experience in the mental health field. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) certified by The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). My doctorate is in public health where I have specialized in population health management for behavioral health. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, and depression. I also regularly work with military and veteran populations and believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Justin Hughes providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Justin Hughes

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
11 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Idaho with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma/abuse, anger management, symptom management, and many other mental health needs . I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Shontae Cone providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Shontae Cone

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoaching
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Idaho with 4 years of professional work experience and 16 plus years in the field of mental health and disabilities. My expertise lie in a variety of areas: high level coaching, poc/biracial/multiracial issues, new age spirituality, manifesting/energy work, women empowerment, guiding men who are exploring vulnerability/emotions, transpersonal therapy and soul work. I work best with people who have already done some healing and find they need the next level of support. Here are some more specifics on the work we’ll do together. I help highly sensitive people with what I call “empath 101” or the basics to coping and eventually thriving as a sensitive individual. My style is non-traditional, magical, and highly effective. My process involves understanding our mind, body, and soul and getting those systems balanced and working harmoniously together. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. You are powerful, even if you haven’t tapped into it yet. It is hard to take those steps to change your life. You want something more and you’ve decided you’re going to do something about it. The good news is, you just exercised your power. Now let’s hone it, strengthen it, and perfect it. You are capable of anything and I’m here to walk alongside you on your path. I can’t wait. Talk soon!

Psychologist Travis Thornton providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Travis Thornton

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Idaho with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Julianna Bardgett providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Julianna Bardgett

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseDepression
5 years offering treatment

I transplanted from Missoula, Montana two years ago, to Coeur d'Alene. I earned my Bachelor of Social work from the University of Montana in 2019 then began working as a Licensed Addiction therapist for women with dependent children. I then earned my Masters of Social Work from the University of Louisiana in 2020. I am now a licensed clinical social worker in Idaho. I bring over 5 years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I have a special place in her heart for substance abuse treatment as I spent 7 years with western Montana mental health, serving women with children from all over the Montana area. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), several suicide prevention trainings, Circle of security parenting, love and logic parenting, as well as experience with dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and some play therapy. I also have experience supporting women, men and children from age 6 and up for mental health. I specialize in working with trauma, LGBT issues, interpersonal relationships, and family/couples therapy. I believe fully in person centered therapy and know that you are the expert of your life, I look forward to the opportunity to help you reach all the goals that you have!

Psychologist Heidi Hadlock-Evans providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Heidi Hadlock-Evans

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
13 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Idaho with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, & depression. I also have experience working with adults coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Matthew Kiefer providing different types of therapy in Sandpoint

Matthew Kiefer

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,LCMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment

I am a clinical mental health counselor licensed in Utah and South Carolina with over 15 years of experience working in mental health as a counselor and youth mentor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse as well as early childhood attachment issues. My counseling style is warm and interactive, but also very playful and encouraging. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines CBT, DBT, play therapy, humanistic, psychoanalytic and art. I will adjust and modify the treatment dialog to your unique and special needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. Thank you and I look forward to working with you!

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Sandpoint?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Sandpoint that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Sandpoint available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Sandpoint therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Sandpoint therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Sandpoint region and in the state of Idaho.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Sandpoint can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Sandpoint may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Sandpoint offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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