- Practical coping steps
- Strengths focused
- Creative techniques
About Si
Si Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Idaho who helps people navigate stress, money and financial issues, anxiety, depression, and relationship or parenting concerns. He writes plainly and listens closely to understand what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use between appointments to feel steadier and more in control.
He trained with a bachelor of science in psychology from the University of Idaho and a master of social work from Boise State University, and he holds an LCSW in Idaho. His background includes work in rural schools with AmeriCorps, wilderness counseling for teens, and mentoring in therapeutic residential programs. Those roles shaped his hands-on, flexible approach.
In session he treats people as equals and emphasizes empathy, curiosity, and respectful challenge. He draws on strengths-based, existential, and cognitive ideas to help people notice and change patterns that cause harm. That often means spotting automatic thoughts, testing assumptions, and trying concrete alternatives.
Si uses a range of techniques to match each person’s needs. He may suggest journaling, role-play, relaxation exercises, or creative work such as artwork or written pieces. He also offers psychoeducation to explain why certain patterns repeat and what to try instead.
People can expect a collaborative process that seeks small, realistic changes over time. Si aims to help clients build resources they can use outside of sessions and to open up possibilities for a more manageable everyday life.
Approaches that translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting people where they are, listening without judgment, and helping clients set their own goals. This approach helps with stress, relationship concerns, and parenting challenges by prioritizing the client's perspective and pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches people to notice automatic thoughts and try experiments to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and sleep problems because it breaks larger issues into concrete skills and steps. Mindfulness therapy introduces brief practices that bring attention to the present moment and reduce reactivity. These exercises can help with anxiety, stress, and emotional regulation by offering simple tools to use during difficult moments. Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods if something isn't helping. This means sessions can shift between listening, teaching skills, practicing exercises, and brainstorming real-world experiments together. For practical matters, confirm available session formats before booking since they are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or remove travel time so people can use a work break or evening slot more readily. Discussing scheduling and format options during the first appointment helps match sessions to everyday life and obligations.Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Si work with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, sleep problems, anger, self esteem, career stress, bipolar mood concerns, and coping with life changes, among others.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He blends client-centered care with cognitive and existential ideas, using practical tools like CBT techniques, mindfulness, narrative work, and motivational interviewing to support change.
What is his professional background?
He has nine years of experience, with roles including AmeriCorps service in rural schools, wilderness counseling for teens, and mentoring in therapeutic residential programs.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He is based in Idaho and holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, abbreviated LCSW, with the ID LCSW noted in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in this biography; please confirm current session options before booking so you know what delivery methods are offered.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.