ERHC 360 Mental Health Directory

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Unless specifically noted, Mental Health & Wellness professionals listed in the ERHC 360 Directory are not employees of Emergency Responders Health Center. When selecting a provider, please check with their office and your health insurance plan administrator to ensure that services are covered by your in-network benefits, prior to scheduling.

Lori Farrens, LCPC

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Provider Information
Lori Farrens
Empowering Choices Counseling
Profession:
  • Licensed Therapist

"I started prioritizing care of first responders when I realized the dedication, commitment, and service they provide to our community. Emergency response personnel face unspeakable challenges on a daily basis, yet still prove to be strong and resilient. I want to offer my support and proven treatment modalities to help with coping with trauma and easing pain, so responders may continue to protect us to their highest ability and integrity."

Specializing In:

Addiction | Trauma | Anger Management
104 9th Avenue South, Suite B1, Nampa, Idaho
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(208) 803-0883
ecc@empoweringchoicescounseling.net
To Schedule an Appointment:
  • Call the number listed above.
  • Email the address listed above.
Scheduling Availability:
  • Weekdays
  • Evenings
Types of Appointments Available:
  • Tele-Health Visits (online w/video interface)
Relevant Experience:

I have direct experience caring for first responders. In addition, I have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, and have worked in the prison system. I respect the first responder culture, and enjoy working with emergency response personnel.

Years of Clinical Practice, Mental Health Care: 13
Master of Counseling | Idaho State University | 2007

National Certified Counselor |
Registered Clinical Supervisor for Substance Use Disorders & Mental Health |
EMDR |
DUI Evaluator |
State of Idaho Certified GAIN Assessor for Substance Abuse Treatment |
Certified Tele-Behavioral Therapist
Patients Seen:
  • Adults
  • Adults - Seniors
Conditions Treated:
  • Alcohol/Substance Dependency
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression
  • Depression
  • Grief/Loss
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Personality Disorders (Other)
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI)
  • Sex Addiction
  • Social Phobias/Anxiety
Treatment Approach:

Therapy brings change through empowerment and acceptance, which enables one to make change in their life. My primary goal is to create a private place for my clients to share anything and everything, and not feel judgement or shame. It is imperative to focus on my client's strengths, and offer direction and hope, knowing the client's personal journey is possible with insight and integrity.
Treatment Available:
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Narrative Therapy
Insurance Plans Accepted:
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Idaho Physicians Network - IPN
  • Pacific Source
  • Regence Blue Shield
  • Select Health
  • TRICARE
  • Medicaid
  • Employee Assistance Program - EAP (see below)
Participating EAP Employers & Plans:
  • Business Psychology Associates
  • ComPsych
  • Uprise (Reliant) Behavioral Health
Professional Associations & Memberships:

Idaho Counseling Association |
Idaho Mental Health Counselors Association