Si Thompson, LCSW
LCSW guiding growth through practical empathy
- Stress and anxiety support
- Parenting and family guidance
- ADHD and trauma care
About Si Thompson
Si Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing from North Idaho who brings nine years of clinical experience to his work. He grew up primarily in the Northwest and now values the region's varied landscapes - mountains, rivers, lakes, and changing seasons - which inform his love of cycling, canoeing, and outdoor exploration and his appreciation for a life balanced with family and activity.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Idaho and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Boise State University, completed an initial LMSW license, and now holds an LCSW credential - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker authorized to provide clinical services in Idaho. His early roles included serving as an AmeriCorps volunteer in rural Washington schools, working as a wilderness counselor for teens in North Carolina, and mentoring students in therapeutic residential programs, among other positions that shaped his practical experience.
Si emphasizes empathetic communication, equal partnership, curious education, and respectful challenge as core therapeutic values. He favors strengths-based, existential, and cognitive frameworks and frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and narrative methods to help people examine and shift unhelpful thoughts and patterns. He also incorporates play exercises, role-playing, gentle humor, relaxation methods, journaling, artwork, and other media when appropriate. Si tailors treatment to each individual's needs, supporting people with concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, ADHD, trauma, grief, sleep, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar and depressive symptoms, and life transitions.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Idaho and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Boise State University, completed an initial LMSW license, and now holds an LCSW credential - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker authorized to provide clinical services in Idaho. His early roles included serving as an AmeriCorps volunteer in rural Washington schools, working as a wilderness counselor for teens in North Carolina, and mentoring students in therapeutic residential programs, among other positions that shaped his practical experience.
Si emphasizes empathetic communication, equal partnership, curious education, and respectful challenge as core therapeutic values. He favors strengths-based, existential, and cognitive frameworks and frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and narrative methods to help people examine and shift unhelpful thoughts and patterns. He also incorporates play exercises, role-playing, gentle humor, relaxation methods, journaling, artwork, and other media when appropriate. Si tailors treatment to each individual's needs, supporting people with concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, ADHD, trauma, grief, sleep, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar and depressive symptoms, and life transitions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Si Thompson have?
Si Thompson has 9 years of experience.
Is Si Thompson a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: LCSW. License details: ID LCSW LCSW-35216.
In which languages does Si Thompson provide therapy?
Si Thompson provides therapy in English.
Where is Si Thompson located?
Si Thompson is located in Idaho.
How can I work with Si Thompson as my therapist?
You can work with Si Thompson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Si Thompson work with international clients?
Yes, Si Thompson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Si Thompson 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 for Effective Online Support
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship where the therapist listens closely and supports the client in finding their own solutions. This approach helps when people are navigating identity, relationships, or self-esteem concerns by emphasizing understanding and collaboration.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach for identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger. It helps clients learn practical tools to challenge unhelpful thoughts and develop new coping strategies.
Existential Therapy explores questions of meaning, values, and choice when people face life transitions, grief, or feelings of emptiness. It encourages reflection on how personal values and commitments shape choices and coping.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Si works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists may blend techniques and adjust focus over time to best support each person's progress.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity while traveling or living abroad, and access care from different locations. These options support accessibility and make regular engagement with therapy more manageable for many people.