Stephen Bunnell, LCSW
LCSW helping clients find resilience and direction
- Values-based therapy
- Trauma and addiction
- Relationship and family
About Stephen Bunnell
Stephen Bunnell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho with six years of experience in the mental health field. As an LCSW he holds a clinical social work license and provides therapy for a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and family issues, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. He also works with related areas such as caregiver stress, attachment and family-of-origin issues, codependency, impulsivity, and challenges tied to aging and fatherhood.
Stephen centers his work on a collaborative, client-focused relationship that emphasizes empathy, respect, and the individual perspective. He draws on therapeutic approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, existential ideas, and narrative techniques to help people identify values, strengthen inner resources, and build practical skills for coping and change. His approach highlights human resilience and the importance of connection - whether to relationships, values, spirituality, nature, the present moment, or the self - as a pathway to growth.
Stephen aims to help people bring awareness to their strengths and values so they can move forward with greater clarity and agency. He focuses on creating a supportive space where clients can explore meaning, address behavioral patterns, and develop actionable strategies to navigate life transitions and recovery.
Stephen centers his work on a collaborative, client-focused relationship that emphasizes empathy, respect, and the individual perspective. He draws on therapeutic approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, existential ideas, and narrative techniques to help people identify values, strengthen inner resources, and build practical skills for coping and change. His approach highlights human resilience and the importance of connection - whether to relationships, values, spirituality, nature, the present moment, or the self - as a pathway to growth.
Stephen aims to help people bring awareness to their strengths and values so they can move forward with greater clarity and agency. He focuses on creating a supportive space where clients can explore meaning, address behavioral patterns, and develop actionable strategies to navigate life transitions and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen Bunnell have?
Stephen Bunnell has 6 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Stephen Bunnell a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW. License details: AZ LCSW LCSW-21954, UT LCSW 10466255-3501.
In which languages does Stephen Bunnell provide therapy?
Stephen provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Bunnell located?
Stephen is located in Idaho.
How can I work with Stephen Bunnell as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen Bunnell work with international clients?
Stephen Bunnell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Bunnell 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
Stephen uses evidence-informed methods that focus on values, skills, and the client relationship. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify what matters to them and to take committed action toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings; it can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect for the client as the expert on their own life, supporting growth through a trusting therapeutic relationship and useful for a wide range of emotional and relational concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness, which can benefit people struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, or interpersonal conflict.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Stephen will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust strategies over time so the therapy aligns with the client s preferences and progress.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and other responsibilities while allowing therapists and clients to focus on meaningful progress together.