Stop the Pain of Isolation and Confusion
Signs your teen may be struggling or feeling overwhelmed; Their personality may have shifted dramatically, they may isolate or disappear often, avoid family time, their behavior may be out of character or odd and continue to escalate. All of these things can make a parents feel stressed, hurt and helpless to support them. Statements like ” I’m going to crash out, I have brainrot, I need to lock in, or I want to unalive” are common things you might hear or notice when a teenager is carrying more stress than they know how to express. They can also be cues that talking with a supportive professional could help them open up in ways they may not feel ready to with a parent.
Understanding Gen Z, & Alpha
Today’s teens have been shaped by the combined impact of COVID‑19, rapid community growth, and major economic shifts. As a result, they are a generation that is pragmatic, financially aware, skeptical, and slow to trust. Born as digital natives, they are constantly connected online yet often feel profoundly lonely and socially underdeveloped. Many missed key developmental milestones during the pandemic, leaving gaps in confidence, communication skills, and real‑world connections. Raised primarily by emotionally aware Millennials, this generation holds mental health as a defining trait in their identity. Openly use language like “I have anxiety,” “I’m depressed,” or “I’m overstimulated.” Most are genuinely invested in understanding and improving their emotional well‑being. They are aware of their struggles and, more than ever, open to support.
Empowered Teen, United Families
Together we can foster a happier more connected family. Specializing in supporting adolescents and young adults who feel overwhelmed, hopeless or just stuck. Our practice is rooted in biblical truths, patience, creativity, and a deep commitment to individualized care. Some areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, Trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, self-harm, gaming addiction Bipolar and Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder.
We believe every person is created with inherent worth and purpose. Our mission is to support you and your teen in identifying trauma, patterns, and behaviors shaped by core beliefs that no longer serve you. Together, we work toward living from a truer, healthier sense of identity. Fearless Mental Health Club offers a space where you can show up fully as yourself—without pressure to be perfect or put‑together. Your real story, including the messy and unfinished parts, is welcome here.
What’s with the semicolon? The semicolon has become a strong symbol of hope among those who struggle with mental health. “The semicolon symbolizes that an individual’s story is not over; it’s merely paused.” (2024) Read more about the movement here.
What makes us different? We proudly hold the position as the first in-person therapists (in Kootenai county) offering a membership-based alternative for those without insurance. This affordable rate is a fraction of the cash pay rate including further discounts for sibling’s and parent support. We also offer flexibility in scheduling with an online platform.
Citation: (2024, July 11). The Semicolon: A Powerful Symbol of Hope in Mental Health Awareness. NeuroLaunch.com. Retrieved January 16, 2026, from https://neurolaunch.com/semicolon-mental-health/
Modalities Used Include
| CBT Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | DBT Dialectical Behavioral Therapy |
| Internal Family Systems | Motivational Interviewing |
| Solution Focused | (Coming Soon) EMDR |
Everyone is Accepted
Christian communities have not always approached gender identity with compassion, yet radical faith calls us into relationship with the One who created every person with intention and love. Jesus consistently moved toward those who were misunderstood or rejected, offering presence, dignity, and healing.
In that same spirit, we deeply respect every client—regardless of faith, background, belief system, gender, or sexual orientation. It is an honor to walk alongside you in your journey. Our mission is to bring hope in the midst of challenges and to ensure you feel encouraged, supported, and truly seen as you grow.
Our Memberships
Counseling with Fearless Mental Health is a breath of fresh air. Our focus is to help your teen or family move toward wellness as soon as possible. We understand that humans have free will and may push back on change, but most kids genuinely want relief from the hurt they feel and the challenges they’re facing. To accelerate healing and support meaningful progress, we provide homework assignments or small tasks between sessions. These help reinforce skills, deepen insight, and keep momentum going outside the therapy session.
While we are not able to offer a sliding‑scale fee at this time, we strive to be flexible with special circumstances. If your family has a unique or complicated situation—we’re happy to discuss alternative options under different plans. Please email us to share your situation and explore possible accommodations. Insurance contracts are in progress with Blue Cross of Idaho and Pacific Source; We do accept all major credit and debit cards as well as HSA and FSA account cards.
Monthly memberships are non‑refundable, however they can be placed on hold or canceled before the next billing with a one‑week notice. We also consider reasonable requests when unexpected situations arise—for example, if a teen is legally detained and cannot complete the month, or if a participating parent in family session is deployed by the military. Our goal is to support your family with compassion, clarity, and flexibility as you navigate whatever challenges come your way. You have the flexibility to change appointments up to 24hr ahead of time to suite the needs of your schedule.
$70 vzit ($350 mo.)
One Family Member Plan
- Four 45‑minute therapy sessions
- One 15‑minute support contact
- The first session of a new client is 60 min. Intake gather history/ set goals
- Texting available between sessions for brief check‑ins and clarification.
- Phone contact and text time equals one session a mo.
$70 vzit ($560 mo)
Two Family Member Plan
- Four 45‑minute therapy sessions -each (*8 sessions)
- One 30-minute support contact
- The first session of ea. new client is a 60 min. Intake gather history/set goals
- Texting available between sessions for brief check‑ins and clarification.
- Phone contact and text time equals one session a mo.
$100 vzit ($400 mo)
Two Parent/ Guardian Member Plan
- Four 45 min Parenting Support Session
- One 15‑minute support contact
- The first session of a new client is 60 min. Intake gather history/ set goals
- Texting available between sessions for brief check‑ins and clarification
- We do not participate in divorce mediation
Family Max Membership
$165 vzit
($800 mo)
The Whole Family
- Four- 6o min Family sessions
- Two 15‑minute support contact
- Texting available between sessions for brief check‑ins and clarification.
- The first session of a new family is 60 min. Intake gather history/ set goals
- Family session focus will be on relationship w the kiddos
Fee
$165
Per Session Fee
- 45 minute sessions
- Looking for Financial Flexibility, come as you can,
- Do the intake and decide on membership later.
- The first session of a new client is 60 min. Intake gather history/ set goals
- Texting available between sessions for brief check‑ins and clarification
What are parents saying?
Shauna Stimmel is an incredible practitioner, very professional and knowledgeable! She truly understands the complexities of youth and how to effectively help them navigate the very real challenges they face. She worked intensively with our son during a very difficult time in his life. She is the first therapist in four years that achieved the impossible with our teenager. She employed very creative and personalized tactics to help achieve these results. Shauna went above and beyond in helping us also understand our role as parents and how we could improve, but also what we were doing well; she recommended excellent books and articles and opened up our mind to the importance that personality and love languages play in relationships, especially parent/child.
We highly recommend Shauna for your child’s emotional/mental health and to also improve and understand your own parenting much more clearly.
5 stars for Shauna Stimmel
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“Shauna showed compassion and the ability to build strong rapport and trust quickly with our teenage son while also helping him stay accountable for his own actions toward wellness. She is highly knowledgeable about therapeutic approaches and applies them in a seamless way to help her clients holistically. She also helped resource our family so that we have the tools we need to continue to support his progress moving forward. Our son is solidly on the road to wellness recovery thanks to Shauna’s therapeutic intervention.”
CLUB FEARLESS!
501C Free Youth Club 13-17yr (18yr w school ID)
Rathdrum has long needed a safe, welcoming place for teens who aren’t drawn to sports and currently have nowhere to go. With no buses leaving town and limited activities available, our tweens and teens are left without healthy outlets to express their energy, build friendships, and feel like they belong.
Club Fearless is ready to change that.
As a newly forming 501(c)(3), our mission is to create a vibrant, supervised space where teens can connect, create friendships, learn, and grow—without barriers to access. To offer this resource to the community at no/low cost to families, we are seeking financial support from the community, local business & grants to launch and sustain the center by 2027
Your contribution directly supports a long‑awaited solution for Rathdrum’s youth and helps ensure every teen has a place to feel safe, supported, and seen.
The Club will offer
*Adolescent AA/NA groups
*Growth Groups
*Safe place/Hang out
*Billard Table
*Foosball
*Chess table
*Air-hocky
*Homework space
*Karaoke
*Dance floor
*Movie nights
….and more
We would be happy to answer all of your questions, please email us at the button below. please give up to 24hr for response.
208- 247-4727 Hours: Monday- Friday 9am-5pm
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