Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Solutions in Boise
At Treasure Valley Psychology, we are dedicated to providing quality and compassionate mental health care to individuals in the Treasure Valley and surrounding areas. Our team of trained professionals specializes in addressing a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. We believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of successful treatment, creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood without judgment. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, personalized care, and evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's unique needs.With expertise in perinatal mental health, psychological testing, and long-term therapy, we empower clients to develop coping strategies, improve daily functioning, and achieve meaningful personal growth. We maintain strict professional standards while fostering a welcoming atmosphere that prioritizes patient comfort and confidentiality. Our administrative team ensures seamless insurance verification and billing processes, allowing clients to focus fully on their treatment journey.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Psychological Testing
Perinatal Mental Health
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Behavioral Health Services
Mental Health Evaluations
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Services
Highlights and features
- Our providers specialize in evidence-based treatments for complex mental health conditions
- We maintain a collaborative therapeutic environment with personalized care plans
- Our team includes experts in perinatal mental health and psychological testing
- We offer flexible scheduling with standing appointment options
- Transparent billing practices with upfront legal service cost disclosures
What people say
Exceptional therapeutic support
Professional expertise
Compassionate care
Effective treatment plans
Supportive environment
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Our anxiety treatment program utilizes evidence-based approaches to help patients manage symptoms and regain control of their daily lives. Through cognitive-behavioral techniques and personalized coping strategies, we address various anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety. Our therapists work collaboratively with patients to identify triggers and develop practical tools for long-term symptom management.
Psychological Testing
We offer comprehensive psychological evaluations for learning disabilities, cognitive functioning, and diagnostic clarification. Our testing services include individualized assessment plans, detailed diagnostic reports, and treatment recommendations. These evaluations help identify specific cognitive patterns to inform effective intervention strategies for both children and adults seeking academic or clinical support.
Trauma Counseling
Our trauma-informed care approach addresses PTSD and complex trauma through specialized therapeutic techniques. We help patients process traumatic experiences in a safe environment while developing grounding strategies and emotional regulation skills. Treatment focuses on restoring personal empowerment and rebuilding healthy relationships affected by traumatic events.
Perinatal Mental Health
This specialized program supports women through perinatal mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and postpartum. Our certified providers offer evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique emotional challenges of the perinatal period, including maternal mental health assessments and family-centered treatment planning.
Family Therapy
We provide systemic family therapy to improve communication patterns and resolve relationship conflicts. Our approach addresses family dynamics across different life stages, helping members develop healthier interaction patterns and conflict resolution skills. Sessions focus on strengthening relationships while respecting individual needs within the family system.
People
Rachel Root, PhD, PMH-C
Psychologist
Dr. Root specializes in perinatal mental health and women's emotional wellness. With advanced training in maternal mental health, she provides evidence-based care for women navigating pregnancy-related mental health challenges.
Jacob Atkinson, PsyD, ATR
Psychologist
Dr. Atkinson offers art therapy integration with traditional psychological treatment. His practice focuses on trauma recovery and creative expression as therapeutic tools for emotional healing and personal growth.
Anita Elderkin, PhD, CT, CCTP
Psychologist
Dr. Elderkin specializes in trauma treatment and certification in trauma psychology. She employs evidence-based approaches to help patients overcome traumatic experiences and develop resilience-building strategies.
Michelle Cullinan, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Michelle provides medication management and mental health evaluations. She combines pharmacological treatment with holistic care approaches to address patients' comprehensive mental health needs.
Lillian Ford
Office Manager/Billing Specialist
With 20 years in behavioral health administration, Lillian oversees insurance verification and billing operations. Her military service background informs her commitment to efficient, patient-centered administrative support.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including anxiety and depression treatment, trauma therapy, family counseling, psychological testing, and perinatal mental health care.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with multiple insurance providers. Please contact our office for specific verification and billing information.
What are your appointment policies?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Initial appointments are 60 minutes, with flexible scheduling options available for ongoing care.
Are telehealth options available?
Please inquire about our current telehealth capabilities during your initial consultation or contact our office for details.
How do you handle emergency situations?
For urgent mental health crises, we recommend contacting local emergency services or visiting the nearest emergency room for immediate assistance.
What makes your practice unique?
Our collaborative approach combines evidence-based treatments with personalized care plans, delivered by a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals.
