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JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

 

JoAnn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Director with experience helping adults navigate substance use, mental health concerns, trauma, and a variety of life challenges. Her experience also includes working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system. She believes that having support and a safe, nonjudgmental

 

JoAnn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Director with experience helping adults navigate substance use, mental health concerns, trauma, and a variety of life challenges. Her experience also includes working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system. She believes that having support and a safe, nonjudgmental space to process challenges can help individuals recognize patterns, make meaningful changes, and move toward greater stability and personal growth.

JoAnn takes a holistic, individualized, and strengths-based approach to therapy, recognizing that emotional health is influenced by many areas of life. As a Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional, she understands the important role everyday lifestyle choices can play in overall health and well-being.

She works collaboratively with her clients, incorporating Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and person-centered practices based on individual needs and goals. JoAnn is also an Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART) trained Practitioner. Her goal is to help clients process difficult experiences, build on their strengths, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Outside of work, JoAnn enjoys traveling, the beach, camping, reading, spending time with family, and walking her dogs

OnTaya Acedo, LCSW

JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

  OnTaya is a graduate of Idaho State University where she earned her B.A. in Psychology and her Master’s Degree in Social Work. She has experience working with adolescents and adults facing substance use, depression, anxiety, and other challenges. In addition to her clinical background, OnTaya specializes in EMDR to support clients in he

  OnTaya is a graduate of Idaho State University where she earned her B.A. in Psychology and her Master’s Degree in Social Work. She has experience working with adolescents and adults facing substance use, depression, anxiety, and other challenges. In addition to her clinical background, OnTaya specializes in EMDR to support clients in healing from trauma. OnTaya utilizes a person-centered approach which allows her to meet the client’s needs in finding a solution which will best serve them and build upon their existing strengths. When she is not counseling, OnTaya enjoys hiking, mountain biking, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.   

Alisha Boyce, LCSW

JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

Alisha Boyce, LCSW

 Alisha earned her B.S. in Psychology and her Master of Social Work from Idaho State University. She enjoys working with teens and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and other life challenges. Her person-centered approach draws from CBT, DBT, and ACT, along with additional training in Emotional Freedom Techniq

 Alisha earned her B.S. in Psychology and her Master of Social Work from Idaho State University. She enjoys working with teens and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and other life challenges. Her person-centered approach draws from CBT, DBT, and ACT, along with additional training in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping). Alisha also welcomes clients to incorporate their spiritual beliefs into counseling when meaningful to their treatment. Outside of counseling, she enjoys traveling, painting, and spending time with family. 

BJ Stinger, LCSW

JoAnn Martinez, LCSW Clinical Director

Alisha Boyce, LCSW

BJ is a graduate of Idaho State University where he earned his B.S. in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. He specializes in CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He enjoys working with clients in both individual and group settings and is committed to helping them develop the skills needed fo

BJ is a graduate of Idaho State University where he earned his B.S. in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. He specializes in CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He enjoys working with clients in both individual and group settings and is committed to helping them develop the skills needed for meaningful, long-term success. He enjoys attending concerts, traveling, spending time with family and friends. He has also been appointed by the Governor of Idaho to serve as Commissioner for the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. 

Kelli Spaulding, LMSW

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

Brianna Spaulding, LMSW

 Kelli is a graduate of Boise State University with a Master's in Social Work. She draws from a combination of therapy techniques, often including ACT, DBT, and CBT, to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. Kelli views counseling as a space where people can explore their story, discover their strengths, and build a fut

 Kelli is a graduate of Boise State University with a Master's in Social Work. She draws from a combination of therapy techniques, often including ACT, DBT, and CBT, to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. Kelli views counseling as a space where people can explore their story, discover their strengths, and build a future that aligns with their values. She works with individuals, families, and groups, with a particular passion for supporting family relationships in their many forms. When out of the office, she can be found baking, cooking, and appreciating quality time with her family.  

Brianna Spaulding, LMSW

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

Brianna Spaulding, LMSW

 Brianna (Bri) graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Master’s in Social Work. She works with individuals, families and groups. She is passionate about breaking down stigmas around mental health and creating an environment for clients to feel safe, accepted and empowered. She utilizes modalities like Dialectical Behavior 

 Brianna (Bri) graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Master’s in Social Work. She works with individuals, families and groups. She is passionate about breaking down stigmas around mental health and creating an environment for clients to feel safe, accepted and empowered. She utilizes modalities like Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Person Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Outside of work, Bri loves being outdoors, traveling, reading and being with friends and family.  

Haylee Vander Werff, LMSW

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

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Haylee graduated from Utah Valley University with a Master's in Social Work. Haylee believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. Her clinical experience includes working in both residential treatment and correctional settings, supporting individuals through substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, chron

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Haylee graduated from Utah Valley University with a Master's in Social Work. Haylee believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. Her clinical experience includes working in both residential treatment and correctional settings, supporting individuals through substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, chronic homelessness, and significant life transitions.

Haylee's approach is trauma-informed and person-centered, with a focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful tools for change. She frequently incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), particularly skills focused on emotional regulation, coping, and building healthier patterns.

Outside of work, Haylee loves spending time outdoors, attending concerts, and traveling. She believes that life outside of therapy matters too, and enjoys helping clients discover the people, activities, values, and experiences that make life feel meaningful.

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

Stephanie McBride, BS, ADC

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Dee Holsten, P-CPRC Recovery Coach

Dee Holsten, P-CPRC Recovery Coach

Dee Holsten, P-CPRC Recovery Coach

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Martha Ramirez, BA Case Manager

Dee Holsten, P-CPRC Recovery Coach

Dee Holsten, P-CPRC Recovery Coach

 Martha is an Idaho State University Alumni, where she earned a B.A. in Sociology. As a case manager she enjoys helping people feel supported and understood. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, reading, traveling and spending time with family and friends.  

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