Lewiston, Idaho Team Members

Chrissy is a licensed master-level social worker with years of experience working with children and families. Her experience includes direct practice, program review, and leadership development in the child welfare system as well as private insurance, and education related to trauma-informed practice. She is a Trust-Based Relational Interventions practitioner with training in family-centered practice and attachment theory. 

Chrissy is a wife, mother of four, and has two fur babies. She enjoys music (especially playing the piano and singing), listening to podcasts, exercising, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. Chrissy’s approach involves helping children and families build connections while creating environments that support well-being. 

Chrissy is available for in-person and telehealth appointments with adults and young people.

 Misti Collins, LMSW, has been providing mental health services since becoming a Licensed Master Social Worker in May 2016. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering both in-person and telehealth counseling services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment.  Misti utilizes evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and strength-based, client-centered practices. She is passionate about helping individuals build emotional resilience, improve coping skills, navigate life challenges, and work toward meaningful personal growth.  In addition to her professional experience, Misti understands the importance of balancing the challenges of everyday life, family responsibilities, and personal wellness. She enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, caring for animals, and finding peace in simple moments away from the demands of daily life. These experiences help shape her compassionate and down-to-earth approach to therapy and allow her to connect with clients in an authentic and relatable way.  Misti believes that every individual deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey. Her approach focuses on creating a safe therapeutic relationship where clients can openly explore their experiences while developing practical tools for long-term emotional wellness.  Through her work, Misti strives to help clients create hope, healing, and a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. 

Kenneth is a Licensed Social Worker currently pursuing his Master's in Social Work at Idaho State University. With a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Lewis-Clark State College, he has been dedicated to serving individuals and families since 2019, building upon a lifelong foundation of service through ministry work. He is also CBRS and Respite certified.

His passion lies in working with children and families, and he is actively developing his skills to provide individual and couples therapy. His therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, all within a client-centered, strengths-based, and holistic framework.

Ken was drawn to social work by a deep desire to make a tangible impact on the world around him. He believes in empowering clients to recognize their own strengths and navigate life's challenges with resilience. Creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment is vital to his practice.

Outside of his professional life, Ken enjoys hiking, sightseeing, traveling, and attending community events. Ken also has a keen interest in technology and research, which he believes enriches his understanding of the world and the people he serves

Ken is committed to providing compassionate and effective support to individuals and families seeking positive change. 

Pauline has recently joined our staff to welcome clients to our clinic, answer phone calls, and manage records requests, update client charts, etc.  She will be happy to answer your questions or direct you to the team member who can provide assistance.