Our Counselors and Staff

Brianne Topmiller, LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR trained therapist and a registered child custody mediator with the Idaho Supreme Court. I have been a social worker for over 15 years and work with children (ages 8 and above), adolescents, adults, and couples. My approach towards therapy is client centered and trauma informed. I focus on relationship issues as they exist within the contexts of dating, marriage, divorce and family systems (childhood). I also focus on issues of trauma and work with individuals who have experienced trauma in their lives. I am a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist. EMDR is a tool to help individuals to heal from trauma or other difficult life experiences. To learn more about EMDR therapy you can click on this link and watch the video on that page. https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/ You may also contact our office to make an appointment or go to to learn more. I am passionate about my work and I feel privileged to be able to join my clients on their path towards finding healing and balance in their lives.

Brianne's Telehealth Link

Michelle Drinkwine, LCPC

I work with individual adults, adolescents and children ages 6 and above. As an ally I want all populations to experience Canyon Counseling Center as a safe space. I've been a counselor for over 25 years and am a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist. To learn more about EMDR therapy you can click on this link and watch the video on that page. https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/

Areas in which I am especially knowledgeable:

anxiety
addiction
autism
AD/HD
depression
dual diagnosis
educational difficulties
grief/loss
First Responders
parental alienation
life changes
mindfulness.

When working with parents I try to help identify "missing pieces" needed to improve functioning when facing persistent challenges.

If you would like my dog to be included in the appointment, please request and I will try to accommodate. It isn't always possible depending upon our schedule. His name is Sergeant Pupper, but we call him Sarge.

Michelle's Telehealth Link

Maggie Strowd, LCPC

I have practiced counseling in Canyon County since 1987 beginning in the Caldwell School District while transitioning to private practice. I focus on adults with a specialty in trauma treatment and relationship violence. I am the former Chair for the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance. I also teach online for the Buena Vista University trauma advocacy program. I am also a tester/observer for the Alliance of Therapy Dogs for the western end of the Treasure Valley.

Maggie's Telehealth Link

Keri Garrett, Office Manager

Keri is usually in the office 9 am-2 pm Monday through Thursday. Keri answers our phones and is a vital part of keeping our office running. She is usually very fast to return a call during work hours or the following day if you call after hours.

Sgt. Pupper (Sarge)

Sarge is a 26 pound schnoodle that Michelle met through West Valley Humane Society when he was about 4. He became part of her family and half of a pet therapy team registered through The Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Michelle is the other half of that team.

Sarge loves meeting new people and can be requested to attend sessions if you are working with Michelle.

Sarge is very good at helping people be in the moment, calm the fight/flight response and a reminder of all that is good in the world. He loves food, walks, nature and getting belly rubs. Sarge likes meeting other dogs but doesn't seem to know how to play with them. Perhaps he didn't have siblings where he grew up. He dislikes being picked up, but will happily invade your space. If you meet Sarge you are welcome to give him commands like "down" or "no" if he isn't respecting your personal space.