Staci Somes, LPC

Staci Somes is a licensed counselor practicing in Idaho who brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate approach to therapy. As an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she assists people coping with stress and anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns. Her clinical focus has included supporting individuals through divorce and betrayal trauma, and she works to shape conversations and treatment plans around each client's distinct situation and goals.

Staci emphasizes tailoring therapy to fit the person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. She encourages those taking the first steps toward change and supports them in building skills, gaining insight, and pursuing a more fulfilling life. Throughout the therapeutic process she aims to empower clients, offering steady guidance while respecting each person’s pace and preferences. Her practice centers on collaboration, practical problem solving, and helping clients identify meaningful next steps toward well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support and Growth

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful and accepting space where the therapist follows the client's lead, listens deeply, and helps the person explore feelings and values. This approach supports people working through relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns by emphasizing empathy and collaboration.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and learn practical skills to respond differently. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with difficult situations by combining insight with actionable strategies.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic journey, and Staci partners with each person to determine what fits best. She collaborates with clients to align techniques with their goals, needs, and preferences so therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging let people access care from home or other convenient locations. For many clients this accessibility makes it easier to maintain regular sessions, try different formats, and integrate therapeutic work into daily life with fewer logistical barriers.