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David Bills

David Bills

LPC

Therapist · Idaho · 12+ years of experience

Practical counseling for stress and anger

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  • Goal focused
  • Nonjudgmental space
  • Practical skills

About David

David Bills is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho with 12 years of experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and relationship difficulties. He also supports clients dealing with trauma, self-esteem struggles, motivation, and life transitions.

He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what they are feeling. Sessions are practical and straightforward, with an emphasis on clear goals and usable skills. He works at a pace the client finds comfortable and encourages honest conversation about what is working and what is not.

David has worked with many concerns related to grief, addiction, parenting strain, career stress, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses issues such as attachment difficulties, communication problems, and challenges tied to chronic illness or caregiving stress. Clients who face identity-related worries, including LGBT concerns, may find focused support for those experiences.

Over the years he has helped people cope with major life shifts and recurrent patterns that get in the way of daily functioning. His approach is down-to-earth and goal oriented, blending techniques that match each person’s needs. He recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and aims to make the process as clear and manageable as possible.

To begin, prospective clients follow the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Idaho

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online care

David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage strong emotions and difficult experiences. Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral methods focus on changing patterns of thinking and behavior tied to traumatic events and can help with anxiety, low mood, and trauma symptoms. Techniques that build self-regulation and coping skills aim to reduce intense reactions like anger and improve day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and comfort level. Treatment plans are adjusted as progress is made so the approach stays relevant to what the client needs.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Many people find online care helpful because it can fit more easily into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it simpler to keep regular appointments. Online sessions can also allow for shorter check-ins when that fits into a workday or a quieter schedule. Licensed professionals can guide clients on how to make online sessions productive and tailor tools and homework to everyday life.

At a glance

Listed location
Idaho
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Idaho)
LPC · No. LPC-4929
NPI
1154696748

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help with?

He helps people address stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship problems, trauma and related issues such as grief, addiction, and self-esteem.

What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?

Sessions focus on creating an open, nonjudgmental space and building practical skills. The work is goal oriented and paced to the client's needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 12 years of professional work experience as a counselor.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Idaho.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start working with this therapist?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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