Renewed Hope Counseling and Wellness
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Phone: (208) 288-4200
Fax: (208) 288-4279
Meet the Team
PROVIDERS
Deborah Rush (She/Her)
PMHNP-BC
Medical Director
I am a wellness-oriented provider; I do not view my clients as ill but rather as unique. I believe in the recovery model rather than the medical model; this focuses on being the best you can be rather than focusing on a "cure" for illness. I believe in the least amount of medication, for the shortest amount of time to maintain the highest quality of life. The patient is at the center of their plan and treatment must be collaborative between patient and provider. I am here to make a difference.
Janet Gilbreath (She/Her)
DNP, FNP, PMHNP
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner as well as a family nurse practitioner. I relocated to Idaho from the Chicago area in 2020 and I have worked in the nursing field for over 30 years. I'm passionate about caring for people and received my education in Chicago Illinois at Rush University where I obtained a doctorate in nursing practice as well as an MBA from the University of Illinois. I enjoy horses, my dogs, family, and painting beautiful landscapes of Idaho.
Jalyn Benca (She/Her)
DNP, PMHNP
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and I graduated from University of Washington in 2017 with my BA in psychology. After learning how much I loved mental health but wanted to practice within a clinical setting, I attended Idaho State University for both my undergraduate nursing degree and doctorate. I believe in treating the person as a whole to achieve wellness, addressing not only potential medication needs but lifestyle changes as well. I often say I like to work with pills and skills! I work with those of all ages across the spectrum of mental health. Currently I live in Tacoma, Washington with my husband and two chihuahuas, Tito and Yoko. I enjoy exercising, spending time with family, and absolutely love my job. I commend you for reaching out for help regarding your own mental health and look forward to working with you.
Nicole Justesen (She/Her)
PMHNP
I graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a Masters in Nursing. I specialize as a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner treating adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health concerns ranging from depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and addiction. I was born and raised in Idaho and feel passionate about improving mental health care in our state. I enjoy connecting with my patients and developing a treatment plan that allows them to live their best lives.
THERAPISTS
Cathy Kraus (She/Her)
LCSW
Clinical Director
I am a clinician and the Clinical Director at Renewed Hope Counseling and Wellness with 20 years of clinical experience working in the community. I received both my Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boise State University (Go Broncos!). My specialized training as an MSW gives me the clinical expertise to work across the lifespan with adults, children and their families experiencing a variety of mental health, developmental, and transitional issues. I believe in the importance of collaborating with clients to help empower them to achieve their goals and is passionate about the power therapy can provide to improve the lives of others.
I utilize a variety of clinical perspectives that are tailored to each client’s individual needs. Some of the frameworks that are frequently used include: EMDR, EFT Tapping, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness Based practice. I am currently working with adults and children in the following areas of practice: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and trauma.
In my free time, Ienjoy spending time in the Idaho mountains going fishing, camping and stargazing and also enjoy spending time with family, especially my six grandchildren!
Carolina McLemore (She/Her)
LMSW
I am Vegas Raised (Go Knights Go!) and now living the Idaho life. I graduated with my undergraduate in 2012 from the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) and received my master's in social work in 2023 from Capella University.
I have over 12 years of working with at-risk adolescents and their families. As an LMSW I was afforded the opportunity to change careers that allow me to provide individual services in a mental health capacity. I am currently working with young children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma. I utilize interventional modalities of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness approaches, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused approaches, and Client-centered approaches to provide clients with the best services based on their individual needs.
As an LMSW I am working towards training and certifications to specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and EMDR.
Lisa Hettenhausen (She/Her)
LMFT
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1995. I have a background in the addiction and recovery field (10 years). I currently work with individuals, children, and families. I often address depression, anxiety, and unhealthy expression of emotions. The modalities of treatment I most often use are Dr. Aaron Beck’s Cognitive Behavioral, Dr. Murrey Bowen’s Family Systems theory, and Dr. Irvin Yalom’s Group Therapy model. I have extensive experience implementing group therapy and am currently facilitating a weekly Women’s Process Group and a weekly Co-Ed. Stress Management group.​​
In my free time, I enjoy spending time in the mountains and watching independent movies. I consider it a privilege to assist others in practicing good self-care that contributes to their mental and physical well-being.
Melissa Marquez (She/Her)
LCSW
I have been practicing in clinical social work for the last 20 years. I love working with my clients and helping them to Share their story and ultimately feel in there every day lives. I enjoy working with a variety of different types of clients and love learning about their lives and the things that are important to them.
In my free time, I really enjoy spending time with my dog, Pearl, my kids, and my partner. I also love all different kinds of music and movies.
Liz Stockwell (She/Her)
LMSW
I graduated in 2003 from Boise State University. I specialize in several things, including case management and community advocacy, with a specialty in social security disability regulations. I have worked several years as a case manager and disability advocate.
I have also had the pleasure of providing individual counseling to adults and teenagers. I like to join with others on their journey to improved mental health. A special emphasis has been working with those that are adjusting to disabilities or providing care for family members with disabilities.
CLINICAL SUPPORT STAFF
Ryanna (She/Her)
Administrative Assistant
I graduated from Nampa School District in 2012. I am currently an Administrative Assistant; I completed my phlebotomy certificate in 2023 and am studying to become a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant. My hobbies are paddle boarding, camping, being outdoors and taking care of indoor plants. I enjoy helping everyone that comes into the office as I am the first face they see; I strive to give them the best experience they can receive.
Chylzee (She/Her)
Medical Assistant
I am the Medical Assistant here at Renewed Hope. I have been with Renewed Hope since August of 2021. I love what I do here. Working closely with patients and their mental health is very satisfying to me. I try my best to be there for my patients with compassion and really listen to their needs. Renewed Hope is like my second home, we are all family here. I am currently working to become a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant to further develop my knowledge and skills. I am a born and raised Idahoan.
I love calling Idaho home. I graduated from Vallivue High School in 2011. I then moved to Pocatello, Idaho to attend Idaho State University.
When I am not working, I am spending time with my family or watering my 60+ houseplants. When the weather is nice, I enjoy kayaking, camping and bowling. The greatest thing about Idaho is all the outdoor activities that are easily accessible.
SUPPORT ANIMALS
Freckles
Freckles is a Chihuahua/terrier mix; he was rescued in September 2014 after being returned back to our rescue organization three times because he kept running away. When we saw this, we decided we just had to have him. He was very easy to train and soon became a therapy dog and visited hospitals and children’s wards in our area. The business opened about the same time we got him and I started bringing him into the office and he took to it right away. He would greet the patients and jump in their lap and enjoy pets and cuddles. It was such a special situation that when he wasn’t there, the patient would ask for him. So over time he started coming in more and more, now he’s just part of the team and everyone enjoys him; adults and children alike.
Maya
Maya is a blue heeler also known as an Australian cattle dog. She was also rescued in September 2014, and we were her foster parents. We fell in love with her immediately and decided within one day to adopt her. She’s my husband’s service animal when we travel, she actually hears him and when he travels alone in the car, she will sit in the backseat and lick his cheek if there are noises, he should be aware of such as sirens or honking horns etc. She started coming into the office about a year after freckles started coming. Although she’s an extremely calm and loving animal I wasn’t sure how she would do with patients. Well, she was also a natural, she just enjoys people. She doesn’t jump in laps, though she’s so well-behaved. She will come over to the patient and put her head on their lap and encourage a pet for her head. She is also enjoyed by the patients; she does really love to come into the office.
