Family Counseling Services

05/07/2026

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Mental health matters just as much as physical health. This month is a reminder that healing, growth, and support are not signs of weakness, they are part of being human.

Whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, burnout, trauma, or simply trying to balance life’s demands, you do not have to do it alone.

At Family Counseling Services, we believe in creating a safe and supportive space where individuals, couples, children, and families can feel heard, understood, and empowered.

A few reminders this month:
✨ Rest is productive
✨ Asking for help is courageous
✨ Progress does not have to be perfect
✨ Your story matters
✨ Mental health support is for everyone

Let’s continue working together to reduce stigma, increase compassion, and remind others that support is available.

05/06/2026

Had a really fun community collaboration meeting today, all while supporting a local small business!!

05/04/2026

Meet Ryan Johnson - Now Accepting Clients in Boise!
$15 per session

Family Counseling Services is excited to introduce Ryan Johnson, a graduate-level counseling intern who will be joining our Boise office starting in June!

Ryan holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Cal State Fullerton and is currently pursuing his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling here in Idaho. He is passionate about helping others and plans to specialize in Marriage and Couples Counseling, with additional interest in Family Counseling.

Ryan’s approach is warm, supportive, and evidence based. He incorporates:
✔️ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
✔️ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
✔️ Motivational Interviewing

He creates a safe, compassionate space where clients can feel heard and supported as they work through life’s challenges.

Outside of the counseling room, Ryan enjoys spending time with family, exploring nature, and finding the best sushi spots Idaho has to offer.

💡 Starting in June, Ryan will be offering sessions for just $15 at our Boise office.

If you or someone you know has been thinking about starting counseling, this is a great opportunity to get support at an affordable rate.

📞 Call 208-888-5905 to get scheduled today!

04/30/2026

🚨 Community Alert: Text Message Scam Going Around 🚨

We’ve been made aware of a scam circulating in our area involving text messages claiming to be from the Idaho District Court about an “unpaid traffic violation.”

These messages often:

Include a case number, judge name, and officer details
Threaten immediate consequences (warrants, license suspension, etc.)
Urge you to “resolve immediately” through a link

⚠️ Please know: Courts do NOT send summons or legal notices via text message.

If you receive a message like this:
❌ Do NOT click the link
❌ Do NOT respond or provide any information
🗑️ Delete the message

If you’re unsure, you can always verify directly through official court websites or by calling your local courthouse.

Stay safe and feel free to share this to help others avoid being scammed!

— Family Counseling Services 💙

04/30/2026

🌿 We’re now on Nextdoor!

Family Counseling Services is excited to connect even more with our local community through Nextdoor. This is a great space for neighbors to share resources, ask for recommendations, and stay connected—and we’re happy to be part of it!

If you’re on Nextdoor, we’d love for you to follow us and keep us in mind if you or someone you know is looking for support. We’re currently accepting new clients, offer $15 sessions with our graduate-level interns, and accept most insurance, including Medicaid.

💬 Come find us, say hello, and stay connected!

04/30/2026

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04/28/2026

🚲✨ MERIDIAN EVENT SPOTLIGHT: Bicycle Bonanza! ✨🚲

Looking for something fun (and free!) to do with family or clients this month? Meridian is celebrating National Bike Month with an awesome community event you won’t want to miss 👇

🌳 Explore Outdoors: Bicycle Bonanza

📅 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Discovery Park

🎉 What to Expect

🚴‍♂️ LIVE BMX Stunt Show
Featuring pro rider Joey Cordova and the team from Elevated Performance
🕦 Show starts at 11:30 a.m. + tips afterward on the BMX track!

🛠️ Hands-On + Giveaways

Free tire slime for your bike
Limited FREE recycled bikes (first come, first served)
Free helmets (while supplies last)

🏪 Local Vendors + Community Resources

Score Outdoors & Kore North
Idaho BMX & City Cycling Guide
Safety tips from Meridian PD & ACHD
Gear + bike showcases from Sibling Rivalry & Sizzlak Industries
🌞 Why Go?

This is more than just a bike event—it’s about:
✔ Getting outside
✔ Connecting with your community
✔ Finding fun, healthy activities for you and your family

💬 From the City:
“National Bike Month is the perfect time to celebrate the many ways cycling brings people together.”

👀 FCS Takeaway:
Movement + fresh air + connection = powerful for mental health.
This is a great, low-pressure way to get out, be active, and reset.

04/28/2026

Get to know yourself a little better

Today’s invite is simple:
Take a few minutes to explore something most of us don’t even realize we have: our blind spots.

Researchers at Project Implicit created a quick activity called the Implicit Association Test (IAT). It’s designed to gently uncover the automatic associations your brain has learned over time, without you consciously choosing them.

👉 This isn’t about what you believe
👉 It’s about what your brain has been conditioned to associate

✨ Your Activity

Set aside 10–15 minutes and try it here:
👉 https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/user/agg/blindspot/indexrk.htm

Go in with curiosity, not judgment.

04/28/2026

Love or hate small talk?

Do you avoid small talk in the office, or with your neighbor in the elevator? If so, you might want to give it a chance. According to a study just published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, even when participants were primed that a conversation would be boring, it turned out to b...

04/21/2026

📢 Important Update for Families with Minor Clients

At Family Counseling Services, we want to keep our community informed about changes that may impact your care.

Due to a new Idaho law, Idaho House Bill 822 (effective July 1, 2026), there are updated requirements around confidentiality and parent communication when working with minors.

What this means in simple terms:
• In certain situations, therapists are required to notify parents/guardians within 72 hours
• This includes disclosures related to gender identity or requests for social transition (such as name/pronoun changes or use of gender-specific spaces)
• In these cases, confidentiality cannot be maintained, even if a minor requests it

Additionally:
• Parent/guardian consent is required before providers can support certain transition-related requests in treatment

Our approach at FCS:
We remain committed to:
✔ Being transparent about confidentiality from the start
✔ Supporting minors in navigating conversations with parents
✔ Providing respectful, professional, and nonjudgmental care
✔ Walking alongside both clients and families through sensitive topics

We understand this is a complex and personal area. Our goal is to balance legal requirements with compassionate care for every family we serve.

If you have questions about how this may impact services, please reach out to your provider or contact our office.

04/21/2026

We’re excited to share that Family Counseling Services has been recognized by Google for our strong presence and engagement in the community!

This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our incredible team. We are committed to continuing to provide high-quality, accessible mental health care to individuals and families across the Treasure Valley.

Thank you to our clients, staff, and community for being part of what we do every day. 💙

04/21/2026

A little bit of growth advice on this sunny day! 🌲 ☀️