Jean Vargo

Jean Vargo approaches counseling with a steady belief in people, especially when they struggle to believe in themselves. She brings 30 years of clinical experience to work with individuals facing depression, relationship challenges, anxiety, patterns of overeating or undereating, low self-esteem, questions of forgiveness, spiritual quandaries, and struggles with identity. Together with each client she explores the issues that can erode meaning and purpose, looking for ways to restore balance and a sense of peace.

Jean works collaboratively to clarify a client’s goals and to identify practical steps toward those goals. Her aim is to walk alongside clients so she can understand how they make sense of their experiences and help them find an authentic voice and clearer direction when life changes, grief, anxiety, or relationship difficulties have left them uncertain.

Her counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She is a pastoral psychotherapist and has worked as a family and marriage counselor since 1989. She is licensed to practice as a marriage and family therapist in both Tennessee and Idaho and is based in Idaho.