- ACT techniques
- DBT skills
- Client-centered work
About Stephen
Stephen Bunnell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with six years of clinical experience based in Idaho. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, depression, grief, parenting pressures, and anger. He also addresses challenges tied to career changes, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life transitions.
Bunnell draws on practical, person-centered conversation in sessions. He focuses on building a respectful working relationship and listens for the client’s values and strengths. Sessions aim to surface what matters to the person and to find small, concrete steps they can try between meetings.
In practice he uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and still act in line with what they value. He blends that with client-centered methods that keep the person’s perspective central. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are used when someone needs tools for managing strong emotions and impulses.
His background includes work in multiple states and varied settings, addressing addiction, homelessness, spiritual concerns, and rural community issues. That range informs a pragmatic style that focuses on what works in daily life. He pays attention to how relationships, culture, and routine affect mood and behavior.
Sessions emphasize honest talk without judgment and building on whatever strengths a person already has. People who want straightforward, practical help with anger, impulse control, or rebuilding strained relationships may find this approach useful.
How ACT, DBT, and client-centered work translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then taking actions that match what matters most. It can help with anger that comes from stuck thinking or avoidance. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches specific emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. These skills are useful for managing intense reactions and impulsivity. Client-centered therapy keeps the person’s own perspective central and focuses on respectful, non-judgmental listening to help clarify values and choices.Finding the right approach happens together. The therapist will listen to what you want to change, try techniques from different models, and adjust based on how useful they feel. That collaborative process helps decide whether ACT, DBT skills, or more conversational client-centered work is most helpful for your situation.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how sessions will take place. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in the contexts where difficulties appear. A practical plan for scheduling and homework is part of how he integrates online work into everyday life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Idaho, Utah, Washington, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, depression, grief, parenting pressures, anger, and related concerns such as ADHD and bipolar disorder.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a practical, person-centered style that highlights a strong working relationship and the client’s values. Sessions focus on concrete steps and skills to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience in the mental health field, including work across several states and in varied settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW with licensure in Arizona and Utah and currently practices in Idaho.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are supported for your situation.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.