Access is an outpatient behavioral health clinic. We serve people of all communities and currently offer two locations in Boise and in Nampa. Our desire is to help improve the quality of daily life for our clients.
Access Behavioral Health Services is a for profit agency that serves the public without regard to race, creed, age, national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or inability to pay. The owners have been in the field of human services for a combined 30+ years. At Access we pride ourselves on providing best-practice client-centered services.
Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care that empowers individuals to achieve emotional well-being and resilience. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every person feels valued and heard. Through personalized treatment, community engagement, and education, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our clients and promote mental health awareness in our community.
Our vision is to be a leader in behavioral health, creating a humane and inclusive community where every individual feels safe, accepted, and supported. We envision a resourceful environment that fosters growth through collaborative engagement and innovative, progressive approaches to mental health care. By prioritizing accessibility and education, we aim to empower individuals towards independence and lasting connection, influencing positive change in the lives of those we serve.
Our Values: We are committed to fostering a culture of respect and integrity, grounded in kindness and compassion. Our person-centered approach prioritizes the needs of each individual, promoting an accepting and non-judgmental environment. We value competence and transparency, ensuring our services are both consistent and creative in addressing diverse mental health needs. With a courageous and bold spirit, we empower our clients through unconditional support and comprehensive care. Our open-minded and genuine attitude encourages growth, engagement, and a sense of community for everyone we serve.
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We value our employees as they are the most important resource. Our employees are highly trained, supervised, and receive ongoing levels of support during their employment. We hire people from a wide range of backgrounds to meet the individualized needs of our patients. We are always seeking out new dynamic individuals to add to our treatment team. We strive to make Access Behavioral Health Services a welcoming place to work and we believe that is reflected in our employees attitudes towards their work.
Rixa Rivera Sandoval is a passionate and dedicated behavioral health professional with a heart for helping others. As the Clinic Manager and Director of the Domestic Violence Intervention Program at Access Behavioral Health Services, she works hard to create a supportive, client-centered environment while ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Fluent in Spanish and with over a decade of customer service experience, Rixa is known for her strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and ability to connect with people. She thrives in staff supervision, conflict resolution, and program development, always making sure clients and team members feel heard and supported.
Her background in both behavioral health and banking gives her a unique edge—she’s not just about counseling and compliance but also understands structure, efficiency, and getting real results. She’s passionate about mentoring others, advocating for those facing tough situations, and building strong partnerships within the community.
At the end of the day, Rixa’s mission is simple: to empower individuals, create positive change, and make a real difference in people’s lives.
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Meet Cara Ruiz, LPC, a dedicated mental health counselor with a passion for guiding individuals through life’s challenges. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and specializations in stage of life changes, anxiety, trauma, pregnancy, and postpartum care, Cara brings expertise and empathy to every session.
Cara is committed to her clients’ well-being, pursuing certifications in LCPC, PMH-C, and EMDR to enhance her therapeutic toolkit. She takes a client-driven approach, drawing from modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and person-centered therapy (PCT) to empower her clients towards peace and fulfillment.
Based in Boise, Idaho, Cara graduated from Idaho State University and finds joy in Idaho’s outdoor beauty. Whether she’s hiking Table Rock or floating the Boise River, Cara embraces the healing power of nature.
Cara welcomes clients aged 14 and above, offering both in-person sessions and telehealth video appointments. Since 2021, she has been dedicated to providing accessible behavioral health services, walking alongside her clients on their journey to healing and growth.