Boise City Counseling

Meet Me

Welcome! I’m Cindy Nelson, and I’m honored to walk alongside individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward greater emotional and relational well-being. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe, understood, and supported, and my goal is to create a space that feels welcoming, compassionate, and collaborative.

Professional Background

Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology, University of Minnesota–Duluth (2004)
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Bowie State University (2007)
Post-graduate Diploma in Cognitive Therapy, University of East Anglia, UK (2012)

I am licensed as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Idaho, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in Utah, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana. I am also an approved clinical supervisor through the Idaho Board of Licensure of Professional Counselors.

I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (ICEEFT), a Certified Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy (ACT), and trained in EMDR through EMDRIA. I also serve as an Adjunct Professor in the Counselor Education Department at Boise State University.

Experience

I have had the privilege of working with clients across a variety of settings: community mental health, university counseling centers, outpatient drug treatment programs, the UK’s National Health Service, and now private practice here in Boise.

I help clients navigate challenges such as self-esteem, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and parenting challenges. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies, including EFT, EMDR, Attachment Science, and CBT, with a focus on creating a safe, empathetic, and collaborative space for healing and growth.

Out of the Office

When I’m not working with clients, I enjoy exploring Idaho’s outdoors with my family—skiing, snowshoeing, rafting, mountain biking, and backpacking. My family was “sent” to Idaho by the United States Air Force, and after moving all over the world, we’ve found a true home here in the Treasure Valley.

Living in various parts of the U.S. and Europe has given me a deep appreciation for connecting with people from all walks of life. I’ve learned that despite our differences, we share more in common than not—and this belief informs my work and passion for fostering healing through human connection.

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