The Team
Our team is committed to helping you achieve your mental health goals. With over 30 years of combined experience, we are here to help you on your journey.
Michele Gallegos
LCPC, RPT-S
Mrs. Gallegos is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and an Animal Assisted Therapist in the State of Idaho. She brings over 13 years of experience in the mental health field, with a background that includes school counseling, work with community agencies, and private practice. Mrs. Gallegos holds a Master of Science in Counseling Education from Northwest Nazarene University and has completed Advanced training in Animal Assisted Play Therapy and Equine Assisted Therapy. She provides therapeutic services to children, teens, adults, and families, offering a compassionate, individualized approach in a safe and supportive environment. Her areas of focus include Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, Self-esteem, and stress management. Mrs. Gallegos is committed to helping clients achieve personal growth, build emotional resilience, and navigate life's challenges through evidence based practices and a strengths based framework.
Amanda Juker
LMSW
What are you hoping to experience in this journey? I will walk with you. As a Licensed Master of Social Work, my approach is eclectic, drawing from a variety of therapeutic perspectives to provide personalized and effective support. By integrating different methodologies, we can tailor each session to meet your unique needs, ensuring a holistic and flexible approach to therapy. Together, we will work towards your emotional well-being and personal growth, empowering you to lead a fulfilling and balanced life.
Laura Gray
LPC
Hello! My name is Laura Gray. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) focusing on caring for kids and their families. I graduated from Northwest Nazarene University with my Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with an emphasis in play therapy in 2023. Working with children requires a special heart and a willingness to understand how children make sense of the world. I am currently working toward finishing requirements for the Registered Play Therapist credential through the American Play Therapy Association. Play is the language kids speak and how they make sense of the world around them. Play therapy allows kids to process events and challenges in their lives in a language they understand. In this space, I often invite clients to use creative techniques such as art, journaling, sandtray, and more to support my clients in expressing themselves in a way that feels right for them. I love what I do and feel truly honored to be trusted with my clients' stories and the skills to help support them on their journeys.
Rachel Briner
LPC
Rachel Briner, LPC received her Masters degree in Counseling from Boise State University, and her Bachelors degree in Psychology at Idaho State University. Rachel loves helping people feel empowered and find purpose in their lives. She has completed trainings in trauma work, and wants individuals to feel that their trauma is something that happened to them, rather than something that controls them. She uses a humanistic approach to help the client feel they are in “the driver's seat” of their therapeutic journey. Rachel focuses on being an aid in her client’s personal journey to discover their own unique purpose and what gives their life meaning. While Rachel specializes in teenagers and young adults, she has experience working with children. She has completed trainings on play therapy, and uses those principles in her work with both children and adults. She includes art, mindfulness, and yoga principles in addition to traditional talk therapy. In her spare time, Rachel is often found soaking in the Idaho sunshine. She enjoys hiking, sports, and spending time at the lake. Rachel is a self-proclaimed ice cream enthusiast, and loves a good book.
Julie Meza
MS, CRC, LPC
Julie Meza is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with over 16 years of experience supporting individuals navigating chronic illness, disability, trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. She also has experience working with teens and supporting parents/caregivers navigating complex mental health systems. Julie has a special interest in women’s mental health, including fertility, postpartum, and menopause-related challenges. She is passionate about trauma work and enjoys helping clients process PTSD and traumatic experiences through evidence-based approaches including EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Julie believes that clients are the experts of their own lives and values creating a supportive, authentic space where individuals feel empowered to better understand themselves. Her therapeutic style is collaborative, practical, and strengths-based. She utilizes modalities including CBT, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and CPT-informed treatment to help clients build coping skills, reconnect with their resilience, and create meaningful change. Outside of the therapy office, Julie can usually be found snowboarding, listening to audiobooks, attending concerts, or spending quality time with her husband, daughter, and chocolate lab, Madison. She also enjoys baking and is currently deep in her “sourdough era” — it’s a journey.
Shannon Troy
LPC
Shannon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who believes counseling should provide a safe and encouraging environment where individuals feel accepted, valued, and understood. Shannon graduated with her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, from Idaho State University. While she primarily uses a person-centered approach alongside a cognitive behavioral framework, Shannon values drawing from a variety of evidence-based approaches to best meet the unique needs of each client. She is passionate about fostering an inclusive and client-centered atmosphere where individuals can openly process their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Shannon's approach is grounded in authenticity and collaboration, honoring the uniqueness of each person's story.
Talia Wagner
LPC
Talia is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a deep commitment to supporting individuals of all ages in their mental and emotional well-being. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communication Science and Disorders and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Idaho State University, Meridian. Talia specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults, helping them navigate life's challenges and build resilience through personalized therapeutic approaches. Talia believes in creating a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space for her clients to explore their feelings, gain insight into their life experiences, and develop effective coping strategies. She draws from a variety of therapeutic tools, including meditation, art therapy, and journaling, to guide her clients on their journey toward healing. Talia tailors each session to meet the unique needs of the individual, fostering a collaborative approach to mental wellness. Currently, Talia is in the process of obtaining certification as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) in the state of Idaho. She is passionate about using play-based techniques to engage children in the therapeutic process, empowering them to express themselves and work through difficult emotions.
Mrs. Leanne Yacuk - Clarity Tutoring & Educational Support
Tutoring & Educational Support
Meet Mrs.Yacuk - Clarity Tutoring and Educational Support, LLC With 17 years of experience in education, Mrs. Yacuk brings a deep passion for student growth and academic excellence. She has served as both an elementary and middle school educator, and currently holds the role of Vice Principal at the middle school level. Mrs. Yacuk is certified in K-8 Education and Educational Leadership. Mrs. Yacuk's journey in education began as a fourth grade teacher, where she also launched a tutoring business to help students build stronger skills in reading and writing. After four years in the elementary classroom, Mrs. Yacuk transitioned to middle school, where she spent six years teaching English and inspiring a love of reading and writing in her sixth grade students. While being in the classroom, Mrs. Yacuk recognized the unique needs of both elementary and middle schoolers during formative times in their lives. Mrs. Yacuk pursued leadership opportunities to make a wider impact. Now, as a Vice Principal, she is proud to support students, staff, and families across grades K-8. Mrs. Yacuk remains committed to creating a supportive, engaging environment where all students can thrive. She continues to offer one-on-one guidance to students who need extra support, and is passionate about fostering a lifelong love of reading, writing, and learning while helping parents support their child(ren) in having a successful educational experience.
Brad Greaves, PA
Snake River Mental Health
208-278-2863
Now partnering with Tranquility Wellness Center
We're pleased to announce the partnership between Snake River Mental Health and Tranquility Wellness Center to offer on-site med management services one day per week.
Our Animal Partners
Meet the four-legged therapy partners at Tranquility Wellness Center
Tonka
Tonka takes his job as Tranquility Wellness Center's Animal-Assisted Play Therapy Dog very seriously—especially the play part. Energetic, curious, and always ready for an adventure, Tonka helps create engaging therapy experiences through games, activities, and plenty of fun. He believes every toy deserves attention, every game is worth playing, and every child deserves a chance to learn, grow, and connect through play.