This resource list is compiled by the Boise State University Student Connections and Support Center. Special thanks to students in Trans Alliance, Dianne Piggott and everyone else who has shared their positive experiences with providers in the community listed in this guide. Providers have volunteered to be listed or were recommended by students or their colleagues. This list is constantly under revision in order to stay relevant to a growing Boise community. We try our best to keep this resource updated. If you’ve suggested a resource or volunteered as a provider, it may take some time for it to be reflected.
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Resources
Aesthetic Services
Electrolysis and Laser Hair Removal
Ada West Dermatology
1618 S. Millennium Way
Suite 100
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 884-3376
Ada West Dermatology website
FtM Essentials
FtM Essentials provides many different gender-affirming products, including binders and packers.
Kathy’s Wig Boutique
Kathy has worked with the trans-femme community for many years.
17 N. Orchard Street
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 376-2995
Kathy’s Wig Boutique Facebook
Point of Pride
This organization offers many financial resources, such as funds for electrolysis, HRT and surgery. They are also able to provide free binders and shapewear.
Boise State University Resources
CARE Alert
File an anonymous report about someone affiliated with the college if you have any concerns about their well-being.
Compliance Reporting Hotline
Boise State University is committed to conducting its affairs ethically and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations as well as institutional policies. Select the following link to learn more about policies and how to file a report.
Danielle Berish, Assistant Vice President for Title IX, Institutional Equity and Compliance
To file a report regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, which generally includes sexual harassment and sexual assault and may include dating violence, domestic violence and “bullying” on the basis of sex, gender or gender stereotypes, please see the Title IX policy and the Title IX Report Form
Office of Institutional Compliance and Ethics
University Plaza
960 S. Broadway Avenue
Suite 250
(208) 426-1750
danielleberish@boisestate.edu
Financial Aid
Discuss financial aid options.
Administration Building, Room 113
(208) 426-1664
Boise State Financial Aid webpage
Health Services
Boise State’s Health Services include counseling services in an individual or group setting for all Boise State students, staff and faculty.
Norco Building, 2nd Floor
(208) 426-1459
Boise State Counseling Services
Housing and Residence Life
Housing and Residence Life provides a vibrant residential experience that promotes learning, academic excellence and meaningful relationships. Gender inclusive housing is available in most locations.
1421 W. Cesar Chavez Lane
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 447-1001
housing@boisestate.edu
Housing and Residence Life website
Human Resources
Employees can change their preferred name by logging on to the HR System (Peoplesoft). Select ‘Personal Information’ then ‘Names’. This will change the name on all university documents. Employees with a legal name change will need to provide an updated social security card and complete a Name Change Request form through the Human Resources office. Employees will need to contact OIT to change their email address.
2225 W. University Drive
Capital Village #3
Boise, ID 83725
(208) 426-1616
Human Resources website
Information Desk
Students can receive a replacement Bronco ID card to update their chosen or legal name at no cost. Bring a valid ID with your name to the Information Desk in the Student Union Building.
Student Union Building, 1st Floor
(208) 426-4636
infodesk@boisestate.edu
Office of Information Technology
Current Boise State employees must update their username, email address or display name on their desk phone through OIT Accounts. Students should change their information through OIT before approaching the Information Desk for a new Bronco ID card.
(208) 426-4357
accounts@boisestate.edu
Change Your Username
Office of the Registrar
Students that would like to update their legal or preferred name can submit a Student Name Update form to the Registrar. Students looking to update their gender in university systems will need to complete an Information Update Form and provide a valid driver’s license, passport with gender marker, immigration documents, birth certificate or certified copy of court records.
Administration Building, Room 110
(208) 426-4249
Student Name Update Form
Information Update Form
Pride Alliance
This student organization provides a safe space for students of all backgrounds. Pride Alliance is open to everyone. They offer social events such as movie nights, game nights and craft nights. Additionally, the Pride Alliance plans to create opportunities in education and advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ community. In order to officially become a member of the club, students must log into Engage with their Boise State email.
Boise State University Pride Alliance Discord Server
Pride Alliance CampusGroups
Queer STEM Club
The Queer STEM Club (QSTEM) seeks to connect LGBTQIA+ students across many different STEM disciplines in a safe and comfortable environment so that they may find community within their classes as well as in their future career fields. Their meetings range from small get togethers to community game night. In order to officially become a member of the club, students must log into Engage with their Boise State email.
Boise State University QSTEM Discord Server
QSTEM CampusGroups webpage
Transgender Alliance
Advocates for transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming students on campus. In order to officially become a member of the club, students must log into Engage with their Boise State email.
Boise State University Transgender Alliance Discord Server
Transgender Alliance CampusGroups webpage
Communities
Allies Linked for the Prevention of HIV and AIDS (A.L.P.H.A.)
a.l.p.h.a. provides low or no cost STI testing services for chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis C and HIV.
Monday-Friday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
537 W. Bannock Street
Suite 100
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 424-7799
Alpha Idaho homepage
Boise Brick House
The Boise Brick House is a teen-run after-school center for students in high school. Students are able to build community, participate in crafts, engage in conversations surrounding mental health or simply relax after school.
704 N. 7th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 907-1393
mittelbaum@fyidaho.org
CLUTCH
An organization in Nampa that aims to foster and support LGBTQIA+ youth.
The Community Center
The Community Center (TCC) facilitates and hosts different events and group meetings geared towards the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Monday and Wednesday 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday CLOSED
Saturday 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED
1088 N. Orchard Street
Boise, Idaho
(208) 336-3870
The Community Center homepage
OUTdoors Idaho
OUTdoors Idaho is the Sierra Club’s LGBTQ+ outings program. The program aims to cultivate a safe and welcoming space, providing resources for LGBTQ+ individuals to come together and enjoy Idaho’s natural environment.
(208) 384-1023
Sierra Club Outings webpage
Wassmuth Center for Human Rights
The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights offers programs pertaining to the education of the spiral of injustice.
775 W. Fulton Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 345-0304
Wassmuth Center for Human Rights homepage
Youth Alliance for Diversity (YAD)
Open to all LGBT and allies ages 20 and under. They meet every Sunday from 4-6pm at The Community Center (TCC).
1088 N. Orchard Street
Boise, ID 83705
Youth Alliance for Diversity Facebook
Boise Pride Pages: LGBTQIA+ Friendly Businesses
Boise Pride Pages lists out various LGBTQIA+ friendly businesses and establishments in the Boise area.
Counseling
Alicia Garber, LCPC-S, ACADC-S, LCMHC, NCC
(Pronouns: She/Her) As a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, Alicia strives to affirm and support LGBTQIA2S+ clients and specializes in addiction.
Inner Fire Counseling
(208) 546-9216
Inner Fire Counseling homepage
Alo Johnston, LMFT
(Pronouns: He/Him) Alo integrates feminist and postmodern styles of psychotherapy and strives to use an intersectional lens for mental health. He offers a sliding scale to a limited number of individuals. Taking patients based in California.
Andrew Geske, LCSW
(Pronouns: He/They) Andrew has experience in working with anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, trauma and relationship difficulties and is honored to work with all members of the LGBTQA+ communities and their loved ones.
Morgan Mental Health Care
1901 North Lakes Place
Meridian, ID 83646
(208) 890-7165
morganmentalhealth@gmail.com
Morgan Mental Health Clinic biography webpage
Boise State Counseling Services
See “Boise State University Resources” for additional details.
Cameron Lamb, LMFT
(Pronouns: They/Them) Cameron specializes working with the LGBTQ community, particularly with trans, nonbinary and queer identified clients ages 12 and up. Only telehealth options are offered for Idaho clients.
(785) 491-1508
jlamb@jmbtherapy.com
Cameron Lamb Therapy homepage
Clay Salmon, LCSW
(Pronouns: He/Him) Clay is committed to create a space where it feels safe and patients are able to be themselves. He is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic tools to explore and understand complex trauma, anxiety, depression, stress or identity.
500 W. Bannock Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 793-7217
Clay Salmon’s Psychology Today webpage
Dianne Piggott, LPC
(Pronouns: She/Her) As a trans woman herself, she knows how affirming it is to find a counselor who truly understands what it is like to struggle with identity issues. She is ready to help LGBTQIA+ individuals navigate life and become the absolute best versions of themselves.
Piggott Counseling
3350 Americana Terrace
Suite 215
Boise, ID 83706-2521
(208) 506-3008
dianne@piggottcounseling.com
Piggott Counseling webpage
Gabrielle Davis, MPH, MA, LPC, NCC
Gabrielle is committed to creating an accessible and equitable counseling space for BIPOC and Queer/Trans Folks and areas of expertise include depression and anxiety, identity issues, coming out, transitioning, strengthening relationships, addressing barriers and oppression, increasing self esteem and confidence, support during times of changes and loss and finding balance in life and strength within yourself.
Equitable Counseling and Consulting
(208) 219-7729
hello@equitablecounseling.com
Equitable Counseling webpage
Jen Moore, LPC, NCC, M.Coun.
Jen specializes in working with people across the lifespan who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer and/or allies (LGBTQ+); working with individuals, couples and families.
3350 Americana Terrace
Suite #210B
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 917-1131
jenmoorecounseling@gmail.com
Jen Moore Facebook
Jill Stewart, MA, LCPC, NCC
Jill specializes in stress, anxiety, depression, personal growth, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ issues, gender identity and spirituality for adolescents and adults
1674 Hill Road
Suite #12
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 890-8366
Jill Stewart Counseling webpage
Julie Trana, LCPC
Julie practices in trauma-informed care with a feminist-theory influence. Julie specializes in complex trauma disorders, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety and many more. Julie is trained in Eye movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
100 W. Overland Road
Suite #201
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 917-3739
Julie Trana Counseling webpage
Kara Hudson
Kara is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy. Kara works with couples, teenagers and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Kara is bilingual.
Pathways of Idaho
204 S. 10th Avenue
Nampa, ID 83651
(208) 466-2229
Pathways of Idaho Meet the Team
Kristine Kirsch, LPC, M.Coun.
(Pronouns: She/Her) Kristine provides individual counseling and transition group.
Kristine Kirsch Counseling & Consulting
3350 Americana Terrace
Suite #215
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 830-8658
kristine@kirschcounseling.com
Kristine Kirsch Counseling & Consulting Website
Dr. Mardi Stacy, PhD, PLLC; Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Stacy works with adults, teens and couples that are seeking help with relationships, transitions and more.
1718 W. Jefferson Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 424-8130
Dr. Mardi Stacy’s website
Dr. Misty Wall, PhD, MSSW, LCSW
(Pronouns: She/Her) Dr. Wall works with all ages and specializes in working through LGBTQIA+ issues, family adjustments, PTSD and other complex trauma disorders.
Dr. Wall & Associates
2825 S. Meridian Road
Suite #150
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 297-9495
info@drwallandassociates.com
Dr. Wall biography webpage
Natasha Yaganeh, MS, LPC-OR, LCPC-ID, NCC
(Pronouns: She/Her) Honors diversity and welcomes people from all ethnic, religious, spiritual and cultural backgrounds. Poly and kink friendly. Only telehealth options are offered to Idaho clients.
(208) 718-1934
evolveandempowercounseling@protonmail.com
Evolve Counseling homepage
Stephanie Meeks, LCSW
(Pronouns: She/Her) Stephanie has experience in helping people identify and manage their trauma, depression and anxiety. She has friends and family in the LGBTQ+ community.
Morgan Mental Health Care
1901 North Lakes Place
Meridian, ID 83646
(208) 890-7165
morganmentalhealth@gmail.com
Morgan Mental Health Clinic biography webpage
Crisis Support
Find Help Idaho
A database filled with community resources and support across the state of Idaho.
Idaho Crisis and Suicide Prevention Lifeline
This lifeline provides crisis intervention, emotional support, problem solving and local resource referrals for persons at risk for suicide and for those concerned about them.
Lines Open 24/7
Call or text 988
Idaho Suicide Prevention website
IYG National Hotline for LGBT Youth
This hotline provides comprehensive information about national and local resources for LGBTQ+ teens.
1 (800) 347-TEEN
LGBT National Help Center
The LGBT National Help Center aims to provide peer support and various resources through different hotlines. They also provide an online peer-support chat.
Lines Open Monday-Friday 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Pacific Time; Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Pacific Time
LGBT National Hotline: (888) 843-4564
LGBT National Youth Talkline: (800) 246-7743
LGBT National Senior Hotline: (888) 234-7243
LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline: (888) 688-5428
LGBT National Help Center Website
Trans Lifeline
A crisis support hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. Spanish-speaking staff are available
Line Open 24/7
(877) 565-8860
Trans Lifeline homepage
The Trevor Project
Crisis Intervention for LGBT Youth.
Lines Open 24/7
Call: 1 (866) 488-7386
TrevorText: Text START to 678-678
The Trevor Project Crisis Services webpage
Physicians
Dr. Anne Feighner, M.D.
(Pronouns: She/Her) OB/GYN
Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
9850 W. St. Luke’s Drive
Suite #229
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 463-3138
Laura Tedrick Saltzer Health biography
Dr. Ashley Davis, M.D.
Certified in family medicine, hormones and general practice; offers a 30% discount on office visit and a 10% discount on bloodwork for cash payments.
222 N. 2nd Street
Suite #204
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 429-9100
Davis Family Medicine website
Dr. Becky Gomez, DNP, FNP-C
(Pronouns: She/Her) Passionate about preventative medicine and chronic care management with expertise in lipidology and hormone therapy.
3046 S Brown Way
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 515-0843
Mangum Primary Care webpage
Dr. Cara Sullivan, M.D.
Family medicine with interests in reproductive health care and gender-affirming medication; bilingual (English and Spanish)
300 S. 23rd Street
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-3512
Terry Reilly Health Services’ Cara Sullivan Biography
Dr. Daniel P. Flynn, M.D.
Pediatric Endocrinology
Open Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
St. Luke’s Children’s Endocrinology and Diabetes
305 E. Jefferson Street
Boise, ID 83712
(208) 381-7340
St. Lukes Daniel Flynn webpage
Dr. Holly Kawano, M.D.
(Pronouns: She/Her) OB/GYN; reproductive health care and contraceptive management
Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
100 E. Idaho Street
Suite #302
Boise, ID 83712
(208) 343-7501
St. Luke’s Holly Kawano webpage
Dr. Jeff Pennings, DO
(Pronouns: He/Him) Specializes working with trans individuals.
Full Circle Health
215 E. Hawaii Avenue
Suite #140
Nampa, ID 83686
(208) 514-2529
Full Circle Health biography
Dr. Jessica Sallstrom, DO
Provides primary care, hormones, puberty blockers, PrEP, reproductive health care; bilingual (English and Spanish); sliding scale available
300 S. 23rd Street
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-3512
Terry Reilly Health Services’ Jessica Sallstrom biography
Dr. John Gofoth, DO
OB/GYN
1072 N. Liberty Street
Suite #100
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 302-1200
Saint Alphonsus John Gofoth webpage
Dr. Joseph Neil Ragan, M.D.
Dr. Ragan specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine. He has a special interest in serving the LGBTQIA+ community.
1001 N. 7th Avenue
Suite #135
Pocatello, ID 83201
(208) 425-2489
HealthWest list of providers
Keri Johnson, FNP-C
Provides primary care, hormones, PrEP and PEP, reproductive health care and referrals for gender affirming surgeries; bilingual (English and Spanish); sliding scale available
Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
207 S. 1st Street
Nampa, ID 83651
(208) 466-7869
Dr. Laura Tedrick, M.D., FACOG
(Pronouns: She/Her) OB/GYN
Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
9850 W. St. Luke’s Drive
Suite #229
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 463-3138
Laura Tedrick Saltzer Health biography
Dr. Martha Wilson, M.D.
Specializes in reproductive health care
207 S. 1st Street
Nampa, ID 83651
(208) 466-7869
Terry Reilly Martha Wilson biography
Dr. Marvin Alviso, M.D.
(Pronouns: He/Him) Family medicine, hormones, puberty blockers, HIV-AIDS, Sliding scale available for cost of office visit and prescriptions (including hormones)
Full Circle Health
777 N. Raymond Street
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 514-2500
Family Medicine Residency biography
Sally Kraynik, NP
(Pronouns: She/Her) Passionate about advancing health equity and increase access to gender-affirming care; specializes in adult-gerontology primary care
(503) 486-7862
sally@sallykrayniknpllc.com
Sally Kraynik’s biography
Dr. Tara Whitaker, M.D.
(Pronouns: She/Her) Family Medicine, hormones
St. Lukes Capital City Family Medicine
1520 W. State St
Suite #100
Boise, Idaho 83702
(208) 947-7700
St. Lukes Tara Whitaker webpage
Terry Reilly Discrete Email
Terry Reilly offers a discreet email, allowing individuals who are seeking gender affirming care to access services discretely and get connected to the right provider.
Name Changes, Documents and Identity
American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho (ACLU)
The ACLU provides information on LGBTQIA+ Rights, Voting Rights, and Transgender Document Rights. This is an excellent starting point if you feel you have been discriminated against.
PO Box 1897
Boise, ID 83701
(208) 344-9750
ACLU homepage
Fair is Fair Idaho
Fair is Fair Idaho is associated with the ACLU of Idaho. They provide information for name change and gender change in Idaho.
Idaho Birth Certificate Changes
People born in Idaho can apply to change the indicator of sex on their birth certificate to match their gender identity and can update the name on the birth certificate after a legal name change.
Idaho Driver’s License Changes
The following infographic provides information on how to update a name on a driver’s license after a legal name change.
Legal Name Change
Visit the following websites to learn how to change your name in the state of Idaho.
Name Change with Boise State Registrar Office
See Boise State University Resources.