Lauren Yoder-Goeden, LCPC, CST, NCC
I'm Lauren Yoder-Goeden (She, Her, Hers), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, AASECT certified sex therapist, and owner of Balanced Rock Wellness, LLC. Though my background started in education, I soon found myself transitioning to school counseling and eventually found my best fit in clinical practice.
While I continue to enjoy working with children and families, my clinical specialities currently lean more toward adult issues, specifically relationship distress (including but not limited to infidelity, divorce, and coparenting), sexual exploration and sexual concerns, self-valuation issues, mood and anxiety disorders, religious trauma, childhood trauma, parenting concerns, and general life phase difficulties.
I am passionate about working with underrepresented and marginalized individuals, specifically of the BIPOC, Queer, Trans, Kinky, and Poly/Non-Monogamous communities, though my door is open to any and all who would seek help and support. As an AASECT certified sex therapist, I seek to help clients gain healthy sexual perspectives in order to decrease shame and increase sexual knowledge, pleasure and wellbeing.
My main modalities in treatment are rooted in teaching self-compassion, self-acceptance, self-validation, and ultimately self-love. I focus on boundary setting, improved communication skills, and clarification of personal beliefs and values in order to help my clients live out their most congruent and healthy lives and relationships.
When I'm not working I am spending all of my time enjoying my own brand of messy awesomeness with my partner and kids and probably more pets than is strictly necessary.
Laura Morell, LCSW
My name is Laura Morell (She, Her, Hers). My background includes work in community-based services as a Certified Peer Support Specialist, work as a therapist/case manager at Intermountain Hospital, and volunteering for the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline. I was honored as a guest lecturer at Boise State, coordinated and co-facilitated Youth Support training throughout Idaho, and spearheaded the Idaho Project HEAL chapter formation.
As a counselor, I wholeheartedly support transformational healing for all clients. I practice from a person-centered, trauma-informed viewpoint with the aim of empowering my clients to not only choose to change but to embrace their change. I walk alongside clients in their journey towards hope and healing, utilizing a strengths-based approach, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and key concepts of both Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I work with clients from a wide range of backgrounds and ages, who struggle with unique life challenges. I am a LGBTQ+ ally with a sex-positive mindset. I work with clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic suicidality, mood disorders, personality disorders, body image/self-esteem/self-worth, grief, life stage transitions, and child/adolescent issues.
My greatest passion lies in the treatment of eating disorders. I am currently working on earning the credential through the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two young children, and three dogs. We can be found outside off-roading in my husband’s purple Jeep or camping or kayaking/whitewater rafting.
Mariah Johns Garcia, LMSW
I am Mariah Johns Garcia (She, Her, Hers), Licensed Master Social Worker. I am passionate about providing a safe, caring, and thriving atmosphere for individuals of all ages to be able to explore and process trauma and life stressors. I strive to wholeheartedly and non-judgmentally support, validate, and empower individuals for where they are, while they develop into their fullest potential. I am a zealous supporter of people who are ready to begin their healing journey and who want to help themselves.
I practice from a person-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed approach. Additionally, I utilize viewpoints from Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). I work with individuals, couples, and families from a wide range of backgrounds and ages. I am eager to engage in trauma work because I believe every person deserves to heal from the situations that have wounded them. My goal in trauma work is to help people identify and process their emotions, feelings, and thoughts related to traumatic experiences, so they develop the skills and insight to have more control over themselves, rather than trauma controlling them.
My personal time is spent with my partner, family, and friends. I find peace of mind through nature and all of the beautiful aspects of life. My life motto is, “life is what you make it”, so I strive to continuously uphold the motto. My love and compassion grows each day for all of humankind. Together, we can change our world for the better.
Kayanna Gunther, LMSW
Hello, I’m Kayanna Gunther (She/Her/Hers & They/Them/Theirs), Licensed Master Social Worker and EMDR Trained Clinician. I graduated from Boise State University and have been working in mental health since 2019. My goal is to provide safe, supportive, sex-positive/kink allied, and trauma informed assistance to any and all who seek it out.
Building community and connection, I believe, both professionally and personally, is an integral part of being human and supporting healing within yourself. In taking the first step in acknowledging a desire for assistance, you have already begun your healing journey. Through the collaborative therapeutic process, I believe I can provide the needed support and assistance as you address your concerns.
I am passionate about working with individual teens and adults, specifically those in the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities. I additionally have experience in working with clients who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma & PTSD, and chronic suicidal ideation. In practice, I gravitate toward a person-centered approach, utilizing different modalities based on each client's needs.
When not in the office, I am practicing self care in many forms. I love to write, create art, spend time with family & friends, listen to music, explore and experience nature, and read.
Kate Jesenko, LMSW
I am Kate Jesenko, (She/Her/Hers), therapist and Licensed Master Social Worker. I graduated from Boise State University and have been working in the mental health field for approximately seven years.
I believe that human connection is at the heart of healing, and as such, my clinical approach is grounded in humanistic principles. I help individuals recognize their inherent strengths, clarify their values, and make sense of their lived experiences to support personal growth.
I specialize in supporting children aged six and older, adults, couples and families who are experiencing a wide range of challenges, including those related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, OCD, life transitions, trauma, and attachment issues. I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches including attachment focused therapy, internal family systems, acceptance and commitment therapy, and somatic approaches to promote holistic well-being and foster positive change. My approach with younger clients often includes child-centered play therapy and art therapy to enhance therapeutic outcomes. I'm particularly dedicated to supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA+ and other marginalized communities who may face unique challenges. My goal is to provide a safe and affirming environment for everyone who seeks my help.
Outside of the therapy office, you can often find me somewhere out in nature, hiking, backpacking, paddleboarding, and adventuring with friends. Other days, you'll find me relaxing at home, painting, drawing, and listening to a good record.
Skip Goddard, LCPC
Greetings! I'm C. Skip Goddard (He, Him, His), a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with nearly two decades of experience. Formally trained as a Transpersonal Psychotherapist, I make use of meditation, guided visualization, hypnotherapy, dream work, art, music, journaling, and mindfulness practices informed by ancient wisdom traditions in order to help clients explore their spiritual self and create meaning in their life and encourage a compassionate connection to their inherent strengths and consciousness. I bring to therapy a very person centered approach based in unconditional positive regard, non-judgement, compassion and authentic connection.
I hold experience in working successfully with every demographic or any presenting issue, and I specialize in working with trauma, mood disorders, depression and anxiety, chronic psychotic disorders, Bipolar, dissociative disorders, bereavement, existential challenges, identity and life transitions, couples and families, crisis intervention, substance use disorders, psychedelic therapies and integration, anger and adjustment issues, or just working with people to expand insight and awareness into their own experience of being through an exploration of what it is to be conscious and alive right NOW.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my two sons, snowboarding, backpacking, meditating or drinking coffee with my sprawling cactus collection.
Rocio Molinar,
Practice Administrator
Hola! My name is Rocio Molinar, Practice Administrator for Balanced Rock Wellness. I was born and raised in West Texas. I've been living in Idaho for 2 years, and I absolutely LOVE it.
I’ve been in the medical field for over 10 years and have worked with different specialties like psychology, pediatric oncology, and orthopedics. I have met many different people and learned so much from each and every one, but most importantly they have all put a smile on my face one way or another.
My family and I love helping others, especially those in need. We have traveled to Mexico to feed the poor, and donate toys and clothing to orphanages. It’s life changing seeing kiddos smile!
Apart from helping others I also enjoy spending time with my children and granddaughter.
Living in Idaho I’ve learned to enjoy camping, kayaking, tubing, and anything outdoors, though I have yet to gain appreciation for the snow! I also LOVE traveling! So far my best travel experience has been Puerto Rico, and my dream destination is Japan.
Cora Day, Admin Assistant
Hi there, my name is Cora Day! I was born in Mountain Home, Idaho and raised in Boise, Idaho—this beautiful state will always be my home. While Idaho holds my heart, I also have a deep connection to England, where most of my maternal family resides. With dual citizenship in both the US and UK, I’ve been fortunate to visit England over 20 times. It truly is my home away from home, and I have a profound love for British culture.
For the past nine years, I’ve been a dedicated stay-at-home mom to my wonderful daughter. During this time, I’ve also been running my own social media marketing ventures from home, allowing me to combine my creativity with my professional skills. My passion for plants has grown alongside my business; I currently have over 100 plants and cuttings, and that number is always increasing! One day, I hope to build a permanent greenhouse in my yard to fully embrace my plant lady dreams.
When I’m not caring for my plants or working, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter, listening to 90s and 2000s pop music, and indulging in reality TV or true crime documentaries. I’m thrilled to bring my enthusiasm and experience to the Balanced Rock Wellness team!
Jaxx Goeden, Office Pup
Jaxx is a five pound chihuahua blend who hails from the Idaho Humane Society. He is small but very curious (as well as very nervous, like most small dogs.)
You can find him around the Balanced Rock Wellness office in sessions with Lauren Yoder-Goeden or else in the admin office. He may bark if startled, but warms up quickly and loves to say hello to new people and may even snuggle up to you on the couch in the admin office if you have business there.
When he's not at work, he likes to be at home with his family, terrorizing the cat more often than not, or snuggling up with both his human and canine siblings.
