Garlena Rumsey, LPC
Trauma-focused Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho
- Trauma and abuse
- Couples and family
- LGBTQ support
About Garlena Rumsey
Garlena Rumsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Idaho with four decades of experience supporting people across the lifespan. She also holds the designation of Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) in Oregon and a Clinical Counselor Trauma Professional 1 (CCTP-1) certification, which reflects specialized training in trauma-informed care. Her practice focuses on trauma and related concerns as well as a broad range of emotional and behavioral issues including PTSD, depression, anxiety, fears, abuse, substance use, and sexuality-related challenges.
She has worked with adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults, and has experience with populations in shelter care, foster care, and group home settings. Garlena integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative techniques with creative approaches like art and therapeutic games, adapting methods to match each person’s needs. She believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship, especially when working with adolescents and families, and emphasizes practical skills, homework, and communication practice to promote growth.
In couples work she employs CBT, narrative approaches, art-based interventions, and homework to build understanding, set boundaries, and improve active listening. Guided by personal faith and a commitment to respect and dignity, she describes herself as spiritual and culturally inclusive, accepting people of diverse backgrounds and faiths unless she determines she cannot provide needed help.
She has worked with adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults, and has experience with populations in shelter care, foster care, and group home settings. Garlena integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative techniques with creative approaches like art and therapeutic games, adapting methods to match each person’s needs. She believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship, especially when working with adolescents and families, and emphasizes practical skills, homework, and communication practice to promote growth.
In couples work she employs CBT, narrative approaches, art-based interventions, and homework to build understanding, set boundaries, and improve active listening. Guided by personal faith and a commitment to respect and dignity, she describes herself as spiritual and culturally inclusive, accepting people of diverse backgrounds and faiths unless she determines she cannot provide needed help.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Garlena Rumsey have?
Garlena Rumsey has 40 years of experience in counseling and mental health care.
Is Garlena Rumsey a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LPC credential. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: ID LPC LPC-5171. She is also a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) in Oregon and holds a CCTP-1 certification in trauma care.
In which languages does Garlena Rumsey provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Garlena Rumsey located?
Garlena Rumsey is located in Idaho.
How can I work with Garlena Rumsey as my therapist?
You can work with Garlena Rumsey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Garlena Rumsey work with international clients?
Garlena Rumsey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Garlena Rumsey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Remote Care for Trauma and Relationships
Garlena commonly integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy into her remote practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic relationship that helps individuals explore their feelings and values and is useful for issues like self-esteem, life transitions, and interpersonal concerns. CBT is a structured, skills-based approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with stress. Narrative therapy invites clients to examine and reframe the stories they tell about their lives, which can be especially helpful for trauma, identity, and relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to understand their goals, strengths, and preferences, and tailors methods over time so the work matches what the client needs. This partnership helps shape a plan that feels practical and meaningful.
Online sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those living far from office-based services. These options allow therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care, respond to changing needs, and make it easier to attend regular sessions from home or other convenient locations.