Welcome to Liberty Elementary's Counseling website!
What is a School Counselor?
A school counselor is someone who helps students learn, grow, and succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Our job is to teach children important life skills like how to manage their emotions, get along with others, and solve problems. We also work closely with parents, teachers, and staff to make sure every student gets the support they need to do their best.
When your child is enrolled at this school, they have access to school counseling services, which might include:
Classroom Lessons ~
In our classroom lessons, we focus on helping students understand themselves better, build confidence, improve communication skills, and make friends. We also teach them how to manage stress, stay safe from strangers, and make healthy choices—like saying no to drugs. One important part of our lessons is teaching kids about the dangers of drugs and addiction: what it is, how it can happen, and how it affects people and families. By learning about addiction and the dangers of drugs, we help Liberty students make informed decisions and empower them to stay drug-free. These lessons help kids grow stronger emotionally, socially, and mentally, setting the foundation for a healthier, happier future. We are strong believers in prevention!
Small Group Counseling ~
Small groups are a great way for students to learn new skills in a supportive environment. These groups usually meet for 6-8 weeks during school hours and cover things like building self-control, adjusting to big life changes, or learning how to get along with others. Your child can be recommended for a small group by a teacher or you can ask for them to join one. We just need parent permission to participate.
Individual Counseling ~
If your child needs extra support, they can meet with the counselor one-on-one. This helps students work through specific problems, adjust to school, or cope with tough situations. Individual counseling is short-term (usually 3 sessions) and focuses on problem-solving and learning new skills. If more help is needed after 3 sessions, we’ll help connect you with community counselors who can provide longer-term support.
Working Together with Parents & Staff ~
We love working as a team! We collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to help your child succeed. If you ever have questions or concerns, we’re here to listen and offer support. We believe the best results happen when everyone works together to support the child.
How to Contact the School Counselor ~
We’re always happy to connect with parents! You can reach us by phone at (208) 854-5410 or email at:
- Traci Glover: traci.glover@boiseschools.org
- Amaya Eiguren: amaya.eiguren@boiseschools.org
We can’t wait to work with you and your child this year!
Liberty's School Counselors
Liberty's School Counseling Team
Traci Glover, M.Ed., LSW, LPC - at Liberty Monday through Thursday
I have been dedicated to mental health for over 25 years, focusing on helping others navigate life's challenges. I earned my bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Idaho and began my career in 1994 as a Licensed Social Worker in Idaho. In 2009, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor, and I am currently working toward my clinical counseling license in Idaho.
At 22, I started my career at the Idaho Youth Ranch, where I was trained in Solution-Focused Therapy for Families. I later earned a Master's in Education from Northwest Nazarene University and became a school counselor in 1999.
My passion for mental health started at 14, when I listened to my mom discuss Attachment Disorders and my dad share stories about managing his employees. These conversations sparked my deep curiosity about human behavior and led me to pursue this rewarding career.
I am passionate about helping children face their challenges and watching them grow into more confident and mature individuals.
Throughout my career, I’ve dedicated myself to learning and growing as a clinician. I’ve completed over 1200 hours of training, including certifications in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, various forms of Trauma Therapy (Narrative, Mindfulness, and CRM-Community Resiliency Model), Attachment Therapy from The Evergreen Psychotherapy Center: Attachment Treatment and Training Institute , Solution Focused Therapy for Families, and Restorative Circles and Restorative Justice from The International Institute of Restorative Practices . I have attended multiple conferences from Love and Logic . I am a Love and Logic Parent Educator and Love and Logic School-Wide Discipline Facilitator. I’ve also attended conferences from Tall Cop Says Stop to better understand drug trends in our culture and participated in training about addiction in families by The Chronic Hope Institute .
I’ve co-authored three books on mental health, sharing my knowledge and experience to reach as many people as possible.
I’ve been honored with awards like the "Friend of the School Psychologist" (2007) and "Elementary School Counselor of the Year" (2010).
This year marks my 26th at Liberty, and I’m proud to be part of such an amazing school community!
Please feel free to call or email me anytime 208-854-5410 or traci.glover@boiseschools.org.
Amaya Eiguren, Psy.D., LPC - at Liberty on Tuesdays
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and professional counselor as well as certified as a school psychologist and school counselor. As a Boise native, I have worked in the area since 2006, including at a non-profit outpatient counseling center for 11 years and at two small Pre-K through 8th-grade elementary schools as a school counselor the past 5 years. My background includes assessments/evaluations, individual and family counseling, as well as group counseling focused on social skills and friendships. An additional area of interest of mine is sleep and helping families establish healthy sleep habits for life. Over the past several years I have enjoyed the teaching aspect of my role and hoping giving all students skills that can be helpful now and into the future.
Please feel free to email me at amaya.eiguren@boiseschools.org if you have any questions.
Liberty's School Counseling Program
Disclaimer: I can not meet with any Liberty students or families for private coaching because it would be a conflict of interest.
Toxic Thoughts
One of the concepts I teach Liberty students is learning how to identify, face, and replace Toxic Thoughts. Toxic Thoughts are lies we tell ourselves that discourage and upset us. Many times, feelings of shame and doubt are attached to Toxic Thoughts. They can come from misunderstanding a situation, a traumatic event, or unrealistic expectations we can have about ourselves or others. It is something we all deal with. Identifying, facing, and replacing our toxic thinking is crucial to managing life's ups and downs, feeling energized and happy, being more creative, and problem-solving. It helps us understand ourselves and the world around us and have true confidence. The bottom line is it is a game changer in our mental health. Hawk from Sector Seventeen (a local Boise artist) created this beautiful image of facing and replacing our Toxic Thinking. I have a giant poster of it in my office, and I use it often with students. Explaining how the dark lines are toxic thoughts and, as we talk about them and understand them, they can be replaced with true positive thoughts, helping the darkness go away and turn into a beautiful crocus (a symbol of hope and joy). I have attached a video my business partner and I made for teens for you to review. Sometimes, I use parts of the video in my classroom lessons, individual counseling, or in my small groups. It helps to have parents understand the concept because you can help your child identify their toxic thinking when they discuss a problem with you. My students will often tell me that their parents will say, "That sounds like a Toxic Thought," when they are struggling with destructive thinking, and that helps stop it in its path. Please call or email me if you have any questions!