Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom, LCSW
Idaho LCSW specializing in trauma and grief
- Trauma and grief care
- Chronic health focus
- Strengths-based support
About Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom
Jodyne (Jody) Bilstrom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho with 30 years of experience in social work and counseling. She earned a master’s degree from the University of Illinois and has built a career primarily in the mental health field while also working extensively with chronic health concerns.
For the past decade she has maintained a private practice that emphasizes trauma, grief, and chronic health issues, alongside treatment for depression and anxiety. Her experience includes supporting people through stress, trauma and abuse, coping with loss, and navigating complex life changes. Jody blends clinical skill with an empathetic, low-key style that many find comforting and approachable.
Her approach centers on identifying and strengthening individual resources so people can meet their challenges more effectively. She describes her counseling style as laid back yet attentive, combining compassion, respect, and a sense of humor to create a collaborative working relationship. Jody adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs, drawing on a range of evidence-informed methods to address behavioral, emotional, and relational concerns.
Jody has found online counseling to be an effective way to reach people who benefit from flexible formats, and she aims to support and empower those taking steps toward a more fulfilling life.
For the past decade she has maintained a private practice that emphasizes trauma, grief, and chronic health issues, alongside treatment for depression and anxiety. Her experience includes supporting people through stress, trauma and abuse, coping with loss, and navigating complex life changes. Jody blends clinical skill with an empathetic, low-key style that many find comforting and approachable.
Her approach centers on identifying and strengthening individual resources so people can meet their challenges more effectively. She describes her counseling style as laid back yet attentive, combining compassion, respect, and a sense of humor to create a collaborative working relationship. Jody adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs, drawing on a range of evidence-informed methods to address behavioral, emotional, and relational concerns.
Jody has found online counseling to be an effective way to reach people who benefit from flexible formats, and she aims to support and empower those taking steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom have?
Jodyne (Jody) Bilstrom has 30 years of professional social work and counseling experience.
Is Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: LCSW LCSW-35028.
In which languages does Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom provide therapy?
Jodyne (Jody) Bilstrom provides therapy in English.
Where is Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom located?
She is located in Idaho.
How can I work with Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom as my therapist?
You can work with Jodyne (Jody) Bilstrom through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom work with international clients?
Jodyne (Jody) Bilstrom does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jodyne(Jody) Bilstrom cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and develop practical ways to live consistently with those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, chronic health challenges, grief, and situations where avoidance limits functioning.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve coping. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily life.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic relationship in which the therapist offers support, understanding, and unconditional positive regard to help people build on their strengths. This approach is well suited to grief, life transitions, and emotional processing.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jody works collaboratively with people to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts treatment as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while preserving the core elements of a strong therapeutic relationship.
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