- Calm practical support
- Skills and reflection
- Strengths focused
About Si
Si Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Idaho who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and codependency. He brings nine years of clinical experience and a down-to-earth manner to sessions. Si writes plainly, offers practical tools, and focuses on helping people make changes that fit their everyday lives.
He grew up in the Northwest and now lives in North Idaho, where outdoor life shapes his outlook. His education includes a Bachelor of Science in psychology from the University of Idaho and a Master of Social Work from Boise State University, followed by clinical licensure as an LCSW in Idaho.
Si draws on several approaches to match the person in front of him. He leans toward strengths-based, existential, and cognitive perspectives and uses cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative work, and psychoeducation to help people test and change unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Sessions can include role-play, relaxation exercises, journaling, artwork, and other practical exercises when they seem useful.
He has worked in a range of settings, including AmeriCorps service in rural schools, wilderness counseling with teens, and mentorship in therapeutic residential programs. Those roles shaped his focus on respectful, curious collaboration and on helping people notice the strengths they already have.
People who want straightforward conversation, practical skills, and a collaborative therapist may find his approach helpful. Si emphasizes personal meaning and real-world changes rather than quick fixes.
Approaches that guide online work and change
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and meeting people where they are; it helps people feel heard and decide what matters most to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together and offers hands-on tools to challenge unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. Existential ideas bring attention to meaning, choice, and personal values, useful when someone is facing big life questions or transitions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, strengths, and preferences and together choose which methods to try. That collaborative process means techniques can change over time as needs and priorities shift.
Confirm current session options before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can help fit sessions into busy lives by removing travel time and making it easier to schedule around work, school, or caregiving. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions that rely more on voice than video to reduce bandwidth. Many people find these practical benefits make it easier to keep progress moving between appointments.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Si address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting stress, grief, trauma and abuse, codependency, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and related life challenges.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is collaborative and straightforward, combining client-centered conversation with practical exercises like journaling, role-play, and relaxation techniques.
What is his background and experience?
He has nine years of clinical experience and has worked in rural schools, wilderness counseling, and therapeutic residential programs, which influenced his practical and respectful style.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Idaho, and practices from Idaho.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the original biography does not list specific session formats.
How does pricing work for therapy with him?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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