Online therapy in Idaho

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Idaho. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

This page helps you find therapists licensed in Idaho who offer online care. Online therapy can make it easier to compare providers across the state instead of limiting yourself to whoever is closest, which is especially helpful when fit matters more than distance. You can focus on finding someone who matches your concerns, schedule, communication style, and budget. Use the filters to narrow by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want therapy or medication management. Start with a few strong matches, compare profiles and availability, and choose the provider who feels like the best fit for you.

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Rebekah Cotner

Qualls Footnotes Counseling

LCSW

Licensed In:
Idaho, Washington
“I work with children ages 6+, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, identity development, life transitions, attachment concerns, and family stress. I also specialize in supporting individuals and families impacted by adoption, kinship care, foster care, and out-of-home placement experiences. My approach is compassionate, trauma-responsive, and developmentally appropriate. With children and teens, I often use play-based, expressive, and skills-based interventions to support emotional regulation, coping, and confidence. With adults and families, I provide space to process experiences, strengthen communication, and move toward healing, connection, and growth.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Grief · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Trauma & PTSD
Dana Martinez

Dana Martinez, PsyD, LLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“adolescent, young adults, adults”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Codependency · Depression · Disability · Dissociative Disorders · Divorce · Eating Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Briana Weisner

Wise Mind Psychotherapy, PLLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Helping adults overcome anxiety disorders, OCD, and perfectionism is my bread and butter and where my expertise lies. I also have extensive experience treating issues related to body image dissatisfaction, eating disorders, low self-esteem, identity development, life transition difficulties, depression, and relationship and interpersonal concerns.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Body Dysmorphia · Burnout · Eating Disorders · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Self Esteem
Jill Lees

Meer Soul Counseling

LCSW

Licensed In:
Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Texas, Washington, Wyoming
“I work with millennial women experiencing grief, anxiety, or trauma.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Grief · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Sarah O’Shea

KaleidoSpark Co.

PhD, LP, HS-P

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“You or your child may be bright and capable, yet struggling in ways that are difficult to understand or explain. I provide comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, teens, and adults seeking clarity around ADHD, autism, learning differences, giftedness and twice-exceptionality (2e), executive functioning, and emotional concerns such as anxiety, mood, or trauma that may intersect with neurodivergence. My evaluations look beyond a diagnosis to understand the whole person—bringing together cognitive strengths, learning, attention, emotional functioning, developmental history, and lived experience to make sense of complex or overlapping patterns. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy for children, teens, and adults seeking greater self-understanding, practical support, and more sustainable ways of navigating everyday life.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr Dorian Kondas

Awakenings Counseling

MA, PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I've had the privilege of working with a wide variety of diverse adult clients--perhaps like you! I provide individual and group therapy (currently not couples or family therapy). Coming from both a generalist and specialist background, I'm able to work with many concerns that could include any of the following: PTSD and trauma (of many kinds) Queer / LGBTQ issues Racial/Ethnic concerns Depression and anxiety Grief, loss, transitions Relationship or family conflict Aging, chronic illness / pain / HIV/AIDS Sexuality, gender, body shame Sexual addiction / compulsion Academic stress and achievement Recovering from narcissistic abuse Interpersonal issues in group therapy Religious trauma, conflict and cult recovery Job stress, burnout, and finding "calling" Student, academic and career concerns Adverse experiences from prayer and meditation Racial discrimination / recovering from hate crime Climate change distress / political anxiety / social justice concerns.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Julie Williams, LMFT

ACT with Julie Marriage and Family Therapy Inc.

LMFT

Licensed In:
California, Idaho
“Anxiety often begins as your brain’s attempt to keep you safe. This instinct helped humans survive danger long before modern life existed. But when the anxiety response stays switched on too long, it can leave you feeling exhausted, stuck, or overwhelmed. For people with anxiety disorders, this can look like panicky thoughts, intrusive worry, avoidance of situations, or fear that feels hard to control. Anxiety isn’t a sign of weakness – it’s a sign that your mind is trying to keep you out of harm's way. I also work with those with sexual challenges- low libido, pain, erectile dysfunction and help you express your desires and needs. I work with those in perinatal and postpartum periods- these huge life changes impact all areas of your life, including work, relationships, rest (or lack thereof), free time, and you may benefit from space to process this transition and get support.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Depression · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Sexual Abuse
Christy Long

Best Chance Counseling pllc

LCSW

Licensed In:
Idaho, Utah
“I work with adolescents, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and major life transitions. I also enjoy working with couples and families who want to improve communication, strengthen connection, and create healthier relationships.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Weight Loss
Jacquline Alvarado

Jackie Alvarado Psychotherapy

LMFT/MBTMFT

Licensed In:
California, Idaho
“You notice life isn’t looking the way you want it to. You’re feeling exhausted in your relationships and aren't sure how to change them. You appear so easy-going and adaptable that you are hesitant to ask for what you want. You feel constant anxiety and fear when you try to move forward in your life. Is your teen struggling in school and you notice they're having difficulty in their relationships? I am an LMFT providing in-person sessions in Walnut Creek, Ca, telehealth throughout the state of California and Idaho. As a graduate of St. Mary's College of California, I have the expertise to support and guide you towards symptom relief and live a life full of gratitude and connection.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use
Dr. Nichole Vincent

Life In Progress Psychological Services

Psy.D.

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with thoughtful, self-aware adults who look like they have it together, butttt internally feel anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are high-functioning and capable, yet caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or patterns that no longer fit who they’re becoming. You might find yourself constantly in your head, questioning your decisions, or feeling like you “should” be fine, but aren’t. I support people navigating life transitions, identity shifts, and relationship patterns they’re ready to understand and change at a deeper level. My clients are curious, reflective, and willing to be honest with themselves; not looking for quick fixes, but for clarity, alignment, and meaningful change that lasts.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Lauren Chase

Climbing Hills Counseling

PhD, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH

Licensed In:
Florida, Idaho, North Carolina, South Carolina, Vermont
“On the outside, you look like you have it all together. You’re capable, dependable, and the one others turn to. But underneath, you’re anxious, overthinking, and carrying a constant mental load that feels hard to put down. I work with high-achieving women and overwhelmed moms who are tired of people-pleasing, second-guessing themselves, and feeling like they’re never quite doing enough. Many of the women I support learned early to manage others’ emotions while pushing their own aside, which now shows up as guilt, difficulty setting boundaries, and a harsh inner critic. You may have insight into these patterns, but still feel stuck in them. In our work together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s underneath, and help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control in your day-to-day life.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Women’s Mental Health
Cloeie Hood

Tegmentum Counseling Services

LCSW

Licensed In:
Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Oregon, Washington
“I work with adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. I support clients navigating trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, co-occurring mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and complex experiences that can be difficult to make sense of. Together, we work toward greater understanding, connection, and meaningful change.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Mood Disorders · Serious Mental Illness · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD

Finding online care in Idaho

Online therapy can be especially helpful in Idaho because care is spread across a large, mostly rural state. If the closest in-person option has a waitlist or is not the right specialty, telehealth lets you look statewide instead of settling for whoever is nearest. That can make it easier to find a therapist who fits your goals, communication style, and budget—not just your location. This broader search can be especially useful if you want someone experienced with trauma, parenting stress, relationship concerns, or medication management. It can also help with scheduling if you live outside a bigger hub, work irregular hours, or would rather skip a long drive in winter conditions. One Idaho-specific detail to remember: the Panhandle and Clearwater regions use Pacific Time, while most of the state uses Mountain Time, so confirm the appointment time when you book. As you compare providers, check insurance, self-pay rates, and current availability. You can use the resources below to verify licenses or find additional support if needed.

Online therapy in Idaho: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Idaho?

Start with the kind of help you want, then narrow by age group, specialty, therapy modality, language, insurance, and whether you want therapy or medication management. Because this page focuses on Idaho-licensed providers who work online, you do not have to stop at the nearest option in your town. Read a few profiles, compare approach, availability, and cost, then book with the person who feels most aligned with what you need.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Ask questions that help you picture the day-to-day fit: Are you licensed in Idaho? Have you worked with what I’m dealing with? Do you take my insurance or offer a self-pay rate? What times do you usually have open? What platform do you use? What is your cancellation policy? If you live in northern Idaho or travel often, also ask them to confirm the time zone for appointments and whether they can still meet with you if you are physically out of state that day.

Does my online therapist have to live in Idaho, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Not necessarily. Idaho allows eligible mental and behavioral health professionals who are licensed in another state to apply for an Interstate Mental or Behavioral Telehealth Registration, so your therapist may live somewhere else and still be authorized to see you while you are in Idaho. Idaho also treats virtual care as occurring at the patient’s physical location, so if you will be out of state for a session—even temporarily—it is best to check with the provider ahead of time. If travel is common for you, this can also be a good reason to browse our find a therapist licensed in multiple states page.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Idaho?

You can use this directory to look for individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Many of the same behavioral health services offered in person can also be provided by telehealth, although not every provider offers every service online and some evaluations or prescriptions may involve extra steps.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. Use the medication management filter when you want appointments with a prescriber, not just a therapist. Medication management focuses on evaluation, prescriptions, refills, dosage changes, and side effects. Online therapy is more focused on talk therapy, insight, coping tools, and emotional support. Some people use one, and some use both. If you think you may need a controlled substance, ask the provider before you book whether they can prescribe it through telehealth and whether any extra steps apply, because telehealth prescribing can still be subject to state and federal rules.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Idaho?

A good first step is 211 Idaho CareLine. If you have Medicaid—or think you might qualify—Idaho Department of Health and Welfare says adults and children with Medicaid can access mental health services through Magellan of Idaho, which administers the Idaho Behavioral Health Plan. If you are not eligible for Medicaid, the state says you can still apply for mental health services, and depending on income you may only pay a portion of the cost. Adults in crisis can use Idaho’s crisis centers, which are provided without charge, and families looking for children’s public mental health services can look into Youth Empowerment Services. The official links for 211, Magellan of Idaho, crisis centers, and Youth Empowerment Services are in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Idaho license?

Start with Idaho’s Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses license verification page and use the license verification and search tools there. If you want board-specific pages, the official Idaho resources below include links for social work, counseling and marriage and family therapy, psychology, medicine, nursing, and physician assistants. For psychiatric nurse practitioners, Idaho’s Board of Nursing search page routes license checks through its official verification tool.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Idaho, and how does payment usually work?

Insurance often covers online therapy in Idaho, but the practical answer is to confirm the details before you schedule. Telehealth still has to be a covered benefit under your plan to be reimbursed, and Idaho Department of Health and Welfare says payment for adult mental health services can depend on your financial situation and Medicaid eligibility. If you have Medicaid, the Idaho Behavioral Health Plan is a major starting point. For any plan, ask whether the provider is in network, what your copay or coinsurance looks like, whether telehealth is billed differently, and what the self-pay rate is if you decide to pay out of pocket.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually easiest, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls, texting, secure messaging, or email may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own rules about where sessions can happen, so it is smart to ask ahead if privacy, location, or travel could be an issue.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Idaho that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. Idaho is large and mostly rural, so getting to the closest in-person option can still mean a long drive. Winter road conditions can make regular commuting harder, and online sessions can help you keep care consistent when travel is not convenient. Idaho also has a time-zone split: the Panhandle and Clearwater regions use Pacific Time, while most of the state uses Mountain Time, so double-check the time listed on reminders and calendars.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space or secure internet connection for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away. Idaho also has the 24/7 Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline and crisis resources available through the official resources below.

Idaho mental health resources

Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline

24/7 call, text, chat, and statewide mobile crisis response through Mobile Response Teams.

Statewide Crisis Centers

Official adult crisis center information, youth crisis center links, and 988 guidance

211 Idaho CareLine

Free statewide help for low-cost mental health, housing, food, and other community resources.

Idaho Behavioral Health Plan Provider Search

Find behavioral health providers and member help for Medicaid and other eligible Idaho residents.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Idaho

Support, education, advocacy, and local connection for Idaho individuals and families affected by mental illness.

Board of Social Work Examiners

Official board page for verifying Idaho social worker licenses.

Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists

Official board page for verifying counselor and marriage and family therapist licenses.

Board of Psychologist Examiners

Official board page for verifying psychologist licenses

Board of Medicine

Official board page for verifying psychiatrist and other physician licenses.

Board of Nursing License Search

Official nursing verification path for advanced practice registered nurses, including psychiatric nurse practitioners.

Physician Assistant Advisory Committee

Official board page for verifying physician assistant licenses.

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