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Shane Thomason, LCPC/Owner
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My name is Shane Thomason and I am the owner and founder of Thomason Counseling Services. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Idaho (LCPC-6444).
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dana College (NE) in 2007. I also graduated with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University (NE) in 2014.
I utilize a straight-forward and honest approach to therapy and I am direct in identifying real-life solutions to the presenting issues. I am an experienced counselor and I am often able to connect with those who are resistant to counseling or skeptical of the counseling process. I also focus on building strong and caring relationships with my clients. When appropriate, I like to implement humor in the treatment process. I have experience in treating issues such as (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, anger issues, parenting concerns, and marriage/couples issues.
I am eclectic in my approach to counseling, but my main approaches center around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy. I have experience working with individuals, couples/marriage, and families. I see clients ranging from children to adults.
When I am not in the office I enjoy coaching and playing sports and going to concerts. I also like anything outdoors, especially camping with family and friends.
Ben Zinke, LMFT
Hello,
My name is Ben Zinke and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Idaho (LMFT-9757). I graduated from Loma Linda University with a master in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2006 and a PhD in Family Studies in 2012. Feel free to call me Ben or "Dr. Z" if you prefer. I also have work experience as a mediator, a college professor and a financial coach which tends to provide perspective in therapy.
My approach to therapy is very open, honest, relaxed and educational. I enjoy empowering clients to meet their goals and get the most out of their lives. I mainly use cognitive behavioral and solution focused techniques in session though I’m happy to use other techniques when appropriate.
When I’m not working, I enjoy watching a variety of shows with my wife, walking our dogs, and listening to historical fiction, motivational and personal finance audio books.
Melanie Becic, LPC
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My name is Melanie Becic and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Idaho (LPC-9608).
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from Western Colorado University in 2014 and graduated with a Master of Arts in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Lewis & Clark Graduate school of Education and Counseling (OR) in 2023. I tend to focus on deeper change work with clients, looking at both conscious and unconscious motivations and patterns, healing past wounds we carry and the development of a strong core sense of self. The approach I take with clients is collaborative and varies based on the unique needs of the person in front of me. It’s important that you feel seen, understood, and listened to first and foremost. I work with clients starting from a baseline of the relationship between us. Forming a therapeutic alliance and showing up with unconditional positive regard for you so that you are able to show up authentically. I often address what is happening between us during our session as I believe that the dynamic between you and myself is a mirror for other dynamics in your life. Because of the relationship I have with my clients I feel comfortable challenging and confronting clients in a kind, compassionate, and non-shaming way as well as discuss what is working and not working in our sessions together. Additionally, my approach is influenced by Somatic Internal Family System, Emotion Focused Attachment, Gestalt Therapy, and DBT, as well as Gottman Method Couples Therapy when working with relationships. I use interventions from these orientations to deepen our work together and address the challenges that you come in with. I also focus on consent and psychoeducation with all clients. I want you to know what we are doing, why we are doing it and I want you to be comfortable with the way we approach meeting your needs. When I’m not working with clients I focus on spending time in community with close other reading, writing, painting, moving my body in whatever ways feel good, and generally fostering playfulness and presence in my personal life.
Complex PTSD
Bipolar Disorder
Personality Disorders
Discrimination and Hate
Sexual Orientation
Gender Identity
Anger Issues
Men’s Issues
Patterns of Abuse and Control
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Specialties:
Substance Abuse
Neurodivergence
Parenting Concerns
Marriage/Couples issues
Individuals over 18
Couples and Families
Brian Walker, LCPC
My name is Brian Walker, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Idaho (LCPC-6183), and a Logic Based Therapist (No. 386) from the Logic Based Therapy and Consultation Institute.
I graduated from Northwest Nazarene University with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling in 2013 and then returned and completed the School Counseling Emphasis in 2019. In 2022, I pursued training in Logic Based Therapy and completed credentialing in 2023.
My perspective on mental health and counseling is reality based. When we are suffering in our mental health, whether in a big or small way, our mind is disconnected from reality. Counseling helps bring the mind and reality together again. Once this happens, we can find good solutions to what is going on and work to put them into practice.
Counseling has a few ways to do this. I rely on Logic Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Philosophical Counseling, and, when requested and appropriate, Faith Based Counseling. Since counseling addresses difficult things, I also emphasize the client's individuality through the counseling relationship, using Person Centered Therapy. This means we work to value you for who you are.
Experience wise, I have been a clinical counselor since 2013, working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, both in schools and the community, in person and through telehealth. I am open to working with any difficulty, and if inexperienced, will let you know. If the latter, we can work together to find the answers you are looking for or to help you find someone with more experience.
When not in the office, I am with close family, reading a book, or working outside. There's nothing more fulfilling than filling your mind and heart, and helping others to fill theirs, with close relationships, knowledge, and direct experience of the world.
** Offering online therapy only
Ivory Boston, LMSW
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I completed my Bachelor’s as well as Master’s in Social Work at Boise State University. I have always been interested in helping people sort out their thoughts and aid in having a positive outlook on life. The main methods I utilize consist of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centered as well as many more. My experience in mental health has consisted of diverse diagnoses and treatment modalities, but I truly enjoy working with those who are motivated to improve anxiety, depression, ADHD as well as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms. I believe some of my strengths as a provider include my ability to meet clients where they are at emotionally and mentally, provide them with understanding and acceptance as well as treating my clients as the expert. I believe it is my role to facilitate changes that the client wishes to make in order for their experience of life to become more positive. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, camping, and being physically active through lifting. I believe life is to be lived and our mental health has a huge impact on how we are able to do so. So let’s work together so you can live the life you want as well as deserve!
Chelsea Zinke, LMFT
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Greetings and hello,
My name is Chelsea Zinke and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated from Loma Linda University with a masters in Marital and Family Therapy in 2015. I am originally from the east coast, so don’t mind me if I drop a “ya’ll” here and there.
Helping people help themselves is a passion that I have had for years. Being able to see the look on someone’s face when they realize their true potential, find a solution to a problem, or discover hope amid chaos is a fantastic experience. Life can be difficult but with a little help, hope, and persistence, positive change can take root and grow into something more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. While I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist at heart, I recognize that every client and their circumstance are unique, and I will cater my techniques to whatever will best meet the client’s needs and goals. I strive to create a comfortable and nonjudgmental environment where clients can be themselves and feel heard.
In my spare time I enjoy going on walks, frequenting local coffee shops, watching shows and gaming with my husband, walking my dogs/fur babies, going to the mountains, and spending time with loved ones.