Staci Somes , LPC

Staci Somes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho with four years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns, and she places particular emphasis on supporting individuals navigating divorce and betrayal trauma.

Staci approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client’s distinct circumstances and goals. She frames the therapeutic process as a partnership that honors the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life. Staci aims to support and empower clients as they take the initial steps toward meaningful change, offering guidance that is tailored to their needs and pace.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Staci Somes

Staci uses client-centered therapy to build a trusting, collaborative relationship where the client’s own perspective and goals guide the work; this approach is often helpful for people seeking a supportive space to explore feelings and make personal decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and it can be useful for issues like anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress, which can be particularly relevant for trauma-related and relationship concerns.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Staci works collaboratively with each person and will help determine which methods align with the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to match each situation.

Online therapy with Staci is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options that fit different schedules and comfort levels. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or circumstances change.