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Tabitha is an LPC and has experience in play therapy, expressive arts, and sand tray, and  uses an eclectic approach. Using these approaches allow clients to access more silent parts of the brain.  

“Play is the work of childhood.” ~ Mr. Rogers

When working with adults and trauma survivors Tabitha works from the Internal Family Systems theory. This theory allows Tabitha and her client to work with the client’s inner child and their different parts to gain a better understanding on how the client interacts with their world. Her approach to counseling is motivated by respect, openness, and collaboration.  Tabitha is trained in EMDR, specializes in Sand Tray, and is working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist. 

 Matalynn is an LPC whose approach is primarily person-centered and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Matalynn is a Northwest Nazarene University graduate with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling with emphases in play therapy and Acceptance and Mindfulness Informed Therapies (AMIT). Along with play therapy and AMIT, Matalynn also has experience in expressive arts and specializes in sand tray. Additionally, she previously worked in respite care, providing services to children on the autism spectrum and their families. Matalynn aims to work with clients to build strong therapeutic alliances unique to each individual. Her continuous goal is to make counseling a space of acceptance where clients can safely share their stories, be authentic, explore values, and increase mindfulness and self-compassion.   

 Deanna has lived in many different places. She was born in Colorado, lived in Idaho for a few years before spending most of her school life in California where she earned her Bachelors of Arts at Biola University. She returned to Colorado with her husband to attend Denver Seminary where she earned her master's in clinical and Mental Health degree. After that she had two beautiful children. While in Colorado she was able to work and intern with individuals coming out of domestic violent situations, as well as children who had to come out of difficult life situations to learn some better coping skills. She is excited for this opportunity to help out more in the community. For fun she likes to spend time with her family and explore the state she has not lived in in many years.

  Tom Leftwich is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern in the state of Idaho. He graduated in October 2023 from University of Massachusetts Global with a Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. 

Tom fosters a therapeutic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Drawing from the principles of Carl Rogers' person-centered approach, Tom places a strong emphasis on authenticity, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. He believes that each individual has the capacity for growth and self-actualization, and he works collaboratively with clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Tom specializes in helping clients navigate a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. He employs a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, including mindfulness-based interventions, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and solution-focused therapy.

  Nicole see's clients of various backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, and religious beliefs. She provides a safe and nonjudgmental environment, so clients feel empowered to make their own decisions. Nicole uses an integrative approach to counseling, meaning she uses a variety of disciplines depending on client needs. She primarily uses a Person-Centered approach which believes that clients have the capacity for growth through self-exploration. Nicole is a trauma-informed therapist and believe that many symptoms that clients experience are the result of past trauma.  

Todd Jankiewicz - Counseling Intern

Todd is a non-licensed Mental Health Counselor-in-Training currently enrolled in the Counseling program at Idaho State University in Meridian.  He offers a respectful, safe, and encouraging environment where individuals and couples can feel free to share openly and explore their concerns.  Todd’s goal as a counselor is to partner with clients to help them better understand their thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relational dynamics.  He believes that self-awareness gained through counseling can help clients find new ways to grow, deepen their relationships, and improve their well-being. 

Hannah is a recent Boise State graduate. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minors in Family Studies and Sociology. A fun fact about Hannah is that she grew up on a horse ranch in Orangevale, CA.  Hannah is very passionate about helping others and she hopes to one day get her master’s degree to become a licensed therapist. Hannah is very excited to be a part of the FCS team so that she can better understand how to provide proper care to individuals! 

  Alma is an Idaho native, and a recent College of Idaho graduate, with a B.A. in Psychology, and minors in Biology, Music, and Professional Foundations. She plans to attend grad school in the near future to become a Licensed Professional Counselor, specializing in youth mental health. She can’t wait to see what the future holds while working for Family Counseling Services, as it has quickly become a great stepping stone in her journey. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends and family, singing, shopping, and chasing exquisite Idaho sunsets.  

   Nicole is a Brigham Young University of Idaho graduate. Graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Marriage and Family Studies, whith and emphasis on Early Childhood Development. A fun fact about Nicole is that she has performed professionally as a singer. Nicole is very passionate about helping those with special needs, as one of her children has Autism. Nicole is very excited to be apart of the FCS team so that she is able to help neurodivergent children one on one and learn more about how to provide the best services for them! 

   Aspen is an Idaho native who graduated with a bachelor’s in social work. In the near future, Aspen hopes to return to Boise State for graduate school. She is passionate about helping others and has found joy working with children. It is important to try new things and explore different options when working with clients because not all solutions fit everyone, and that is something she has enjoyed being able to do in past work environments and now here with FCS. In her free time, she enjoys being with family and friends, working out, and spending time with her dog, Oakley! 

 Amy graduated from Boise State University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and a minor in Data Science. She loves these fields of study, because she feels like they're where art, creativity and science intersect. Amy is still exploring her long-term career goals, but she really enjoys her current job as a BI Tech because she enjoys the variety and creativity in tasks, while getting to know the wonderful kids she works with over time. In her free time, Amy enjoys church activities, exploring coffee shops and restaurants, road trips, cooking, baking, singing, art,  animated shows and movies, and video games. She also enjoys spending time with her loved ones, including her dog, Hime (pronounced "He-May," which is Japanese for "Princess"). 

  Jennie enjoys helping people be their best selves. She is currently working on a master’s degree in counseling from Northwest Nazarene University and is looking forward to using her skills and talents to help others. As a behavioral technician specialist, she enjoys working with children and youth as they learn to overcome the challenges that keep them from succeeding in school and their lives.  Jennie loves spending time with her husband, children, and their significant others. In her free time she enjoys hiking, camping, yoga, paddleboarding, game nights, reading books, and watching movies.