Deanna Nibbs

About Me Hi, I’m Deanna Nibbs, LCSW, founder of Sage Elephant Counseling, a veteran- and woman-owned private practice in Boise, Idaho. I believe healing begins when you finally have a place where you don’t have to carry everything alone. At Sage Elephant Counseling, it’s safe to address the elephant in the room—whether that’s trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, military experiences, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed. When the world is running away, you’re the one running toward it. That kind of courage comes with a cost. As someone who is passionate about working with first responders, veterans, and military members, I understand that the experiences you carry don’t simply stay at work. They follow you home, affect your relationships, your sleep, and the way you see yourself. My goal is to provide a place where you don’t have to stay in survival mode—a place where healing, resilience, and hope can begin. With over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, I’ve worked with veterans, first responders, adults, and couples facing some of life’s most difficult moments. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I want therapy to feel like a conversation where you’re genuinely heard while also gaining the tools to move forward. I specialize in EMDR therapy to help clients process painful experiences rather than simply manage the symptoms. Together, we’ll work toward reducing emotional distress, building resilience, and creating lasting change at a pace that feels safe for you. My goal is simple: to provide a calm, supportive space where you can gain insight, reconnect with yourself, and move toward the life you want to live.About Me Hi, I’m Deanna Nibbs, LCSW, founder of Sage Elephant Counseling, a veteran- and woman-owned private practice in Boise, Idaho. I believe healing begins when you finally have a place where you don’t have to carry everything alone. At Sage Elephant Counseling, it’s safe to address the elephant in the room—whether that’s trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, military experiences, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed. When the world is running away, you’re the one running toward it. That kind of courage comes with a cost. As someone who is passionate about working with first responders, veterans, and military members, I understand that the experiences you carry don’t simply stay at work. They follow you home, affect your relationships, your sleep, and the way you see yourself. My goal is to provide a place where you don’t have to stay in survival mode—a place where healing, resilience, and hope can begin. With over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, I’ve worked with veterans, first responders, adults, and couples facing some of life’s most difficult moments. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I want therapy to feel like a conversation where you’re genuinely heard while also gaining the tools to move forward. I specialize in EMDR therapy to help clients process painful experiences rather than simply manage the symptoms. Together, we’ll work toward reducing emotional distress, building resilience, and creating lasting change at a pace that feels safe for you. My goal is simple: to provide a calm, supportive space where you can gain insight, reconnect with yourself, and move toward the life you want to live.