The Sound Mind
Our Team
Meet our team of dedicated therapist and neurofeedback technicians based in Boise, ID and Redding, CA. Our goal is to guide you to a happier, healthier life!
To get started, schedule a free 20-minute consultation.
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Owner, LMFT
Teri Watts
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Certified in EMDR
CA License #110170
ID License #10119
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I am beyond honored and blessed to witness you and your story. I am moved by the transformations I witness in my room every day. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to open your heart and share the most intimate details of your life and I don’t take that lightly.
It was during my own therapy for healing from the trauma of a 20-year abusive marriage that I was called by God to “give away what I had received”. At the age of 50, I went home to my new husband of 3 months and told him that I was going to enroll in college. I had no idea at the time what that would require. It has been the most challenging and rewarding journey of my life thus far.
Most people come to therapy because something is not working in their life now. Rarely do we consider that it probably has more to do with our past than our present. It is in discovering the negative mindsets that have become our core beliefs that we are able to gain the insight and wisdom to change what is keeping us stuck.
We end up living our life out of the negative beliefs that we have taken as our own and written upon our soul. We take them with us into our relationships; we make life decisions based on them. In essence, those negative mindsets/beliefs become our way of being.
I was born and raised in Red Bluff, California. I raised my kids and spent most of my adult life in Southern California until returning to Northern California and settling in Redding nine years ago.
I am married to the love of my life and between us we have 6 adult children, 4 of whom are married, together with 6 grandchildren.
I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, California and from Simpson University in Redding, California with my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology.
I am a certified EMDR Therapist and owner of The Sound Mind. It is my honor and privilege to walk alongside you on your healing journey.
I am a Clinical Supervisor and love to develop therapists and coaches into becoming who they want to be.
Kirsten Lapp
LMFT
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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - CA #123725
It's so great to meet you! I have a true passion for helping children and families, which is why I am a play therapist. Play therapy is a form of counseling that uses play to communicate with and help children. It's a safe space for children to express themselves and work through their emotions, experiences, and traumas. I love integrating Behavioral and Family Systems therapies into my work with children. It is incredibly rewarding to see them resolve trauma, develop coping skills, and thrive in their families. My ultimate goal is to create a safe and caring environment for the children and families I work with. I want them to feel comfortable and supported as they heal, grow, and develop new skills.
In addition to being a play therapist, I also serve as the assistant director of a local pregnancy center. When I'm not working, I enjoy hiking, beach trips, good coffee, and spending time with my wonderful nephews and niece.
I'm excited to get to know you more and learn about your experiences!
Education and Training:
I received my Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Oral Roberts University in 2014. Since then, I've been working as a Children's Therapist both in Tulsa, Oklahoma and now in Redding.
Hannah Polkinghorne
APCC
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Associate Professional Clinical Counselor - CA #13432
I am passionate about seeing my clients receive holistic healing! In a world that tells you “you aren’t doing enough”. My philosophy is to help clients find healing instead of trying to fix themselves. I want to create an environment where clients feel safe to share and explore past and current struggles. I seek to be an empathetic listener and demonstrate the value of being known and seen by another person. Born in Florida and living in Redding, California has given me a love for the outdoors including hiking and swimming.
Education & Training:
I received my Master of Arts in Counseling at Liberty University. I approach counseling with a Cognitive Behavioral, Emotion-Focused perspective for individuals and couples.
I am trained in brainspotting and love to utilize this as one of my top modalities for trauma. I am also trained in Neurofeedback and enjoy utilizing this modality to see clients see breakthrough in emotional regulation.
Specialties:
Anxiety disorder
Depressive disorder
Adjustment disorder
Couples & Marital Therapy
Early Childhood Trauma
Adult trauma
*Employed & Supervised by Teri Watts, LMFT 110170
Jenna Andrews
AMFT
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Associate Marriage & Family Therapist - CA # 123156
Hello and welcome! You do not have to suffer alone in silence. I am a collaborative, strength-based therapist who believes everyone deserves a safe place to navigate their traumas and challenges while being accepted and supported. I am dedicated to helping my clients resolve conflicts, practice healthy behaviors, and overcome life’s hardships. No matter how complex, I will assist you in achieving long-term solutions. I remain committed to empowering my clients to develop, heal, transform, and nurture healthy relationships.
I enjoy working with couples, families, individuals, adolescents, teens, and LGBTQ+. I utilize an individualized and collaborative approach based on your specific needs, including (DBT) dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, attachment-based, trauma-focused CBT, and family systems therapies. I also use a variety of brief therapies including solution-focused, structural, strategic, and narrative. With couples, I use both emotionally focused and Gottman modalities.
Take the first step to creating a happier and healthier you by scheduling your appointment with me today. I look forward to meeting you!
Education & Training:
I began my master’s degree at Simpson University’s MA in Counseling Psychology before completing my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy at Ambridge University with Summa Cum Laude Honors.
Specialties:
Complex Trauma (PTSD)
Grief and Loss
Addiction & Codependency
Domestic & Narcissistic Abuse
Sexual Assault
Emotional Dysregulation
*Employed & Supervised by Teri Watts, LMFT 110170
Biiftuu Gobena
Neurofeedback Technician
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My name is Biiftuu Gobena and I am a Neurofeedback Technician as well as the Office Administrator at The Sound Mind.
One of my heart's passions is to see people healed, set free, and living their lives to the fullest. I love watching people gain the ability to reconnect with themselves--void of anxiety, depression, and other problematic symptoms with the assistance of Neurofeedback.
I have always felt a strong connection with children and I feel drawn to helping them learn to live as healthy and free as possible. Neurofeedback is an incredible tool that allows them to experience their feelings and emotions in a whole new way.
Education & Training:
Bachelor's Degree in Christian Formation and Ministry with a Minor in Theological Studies from Wheaton College
Three Ministry Certificated Acquired from Bethel's School of Supernatural Ministry
Specialties:
Neurofeedback
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Our Team
Discover the life-changing work of The Sound Mind and meet the team that will help you transform your life. Our team of therapists, neurofeedback technicians, and life coaches bring expertise and compassion to every session, ensuring that you receive the best care possible.
We are dedicated to your well-being and are here to walk beside you on your journey toward a full and balanced life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental health concern, we have the knowledge and expertise to help you overcome it.
At The Sound Mind, you will find a supportive and safe environment where you can thrive and achieve your goals. So why wait? Take the first step towards a happier, healthier you today, and experience the transformative power of our team.
To get started, schedule a free 20-minute consultation.
