- Focus on men's wellbeing
- Values-centered approach
- Skills and meaning work
About Stephen
Stephen Bunnell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho who focuses on men's wellbeing among other concerns. He brings a practical, down-to-earth style to sessions and aims to help people handle stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, depression, grief, and major life changes. Stephen centers the conversation on each person's strengths and values so they can take steps that matter in daily life.
He uses simple, relatable tools in session rather than jargon. Stephen leans on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) alongside narrative and existential ideas to help someone clarify what matters and make gradual changes. Sessions aim to build skills for emotional regulation, coping, and decision-making.
Stephen has six years of clinical experience and has worked in multiple states, including Idaho, Utah, Kentucky, and Indiana. That background includes care for people facing addiction, homelessness, rural life stressors, spiritual questions, and complex behavioral health needs. He draws on those experiences when helping people navigate practical problems and emotional pain.
In sessions he emphasizes a caring, nonjudgmental relationship and focuses on the client's point of view. He often invites clients to identify internal strengths and values and to connect with those resources as part of recovery. This approach is intended to help people move forward in manageable steps.
Stephen encourages clear, collaborative goal-setting and uses short-term skill work alongside deeper conversations about meaning, identity, and connection. He works in English and does not accept international clients.
How Stephen's Approaches Translate to Online Work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values even when thoughts or feelings are difficult. It can help with anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions by combining mindfulness with committed action. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens and follows the client's lead to build insight and motivation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal choices, which is useful for strong mood swings, anger, and impulsivity.Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Stephen will discuss different methods and collaborate on which ones match a person’s goals and preferences. He often mixes skill-focused practice with conversations about values and meaning so the plan fits daily life and personal priorities.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow a shorter check-in when needed, and remove travel time so appointments are more consistent. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to teach coping skills, review homework, and have reflective conversations that aim to change how people respond to stress and relationships.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Idaho, Utah, Washington, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Stephen commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, depression, grief, parenting challenges, anger, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and other life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are conversational and client-centered, focusing on strengths, values, and practical skills. He blends acceptance-based work and behavior skills with discussions about meaning.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience in the mental health field and has worked in Idaho as well as Utah, Kentucky, and Indiana.
Where is he licensed and where does he practice?
He holds LCSW credentials and is documented with Arizona LCSW and Utah LCSW records; his current practice location is Idaho.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription 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 according to therapist availability.