Meet our team

  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.   

 Alison is a 2021 graduate from Idaho State University with a Masters in Social Work. She works for Gateway as an individual or couples counselor, and group facilitator. Some of Alison’s favorite therapies to work from are; Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Person-Centered Counseling, all while using a strengths perspective. Other interests are; addictions, intimacy and relationship, trauma and empowerment, and grief and loss. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, reading, watching documentaries, and getting together with family and friends. Alison’s favorite motto is, “Do your best and leave the rest.” 

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 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 (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.