Jonathan Murdock, LCSW — Therapist in Idaho

Hi there, I'm Jonathan!

I believe in finding the good in all of my clients. We're all doing the best we can, and if we can pinpoint what's holding us back, we'll naturally work through those issues. My superpower as a therapist is my ability to believe in you. I care about my clients and stay in your corner to support you and help you figure out your next steps.

My focus

I work with people who have anxiety and depression, who feel powerless, trapped, or confused, and who don't have the courage or knowledge to make decisions and changes in their lives. I work with all types of trauma and specialize in working through challenges that hold us back from growth.

My approach

I use an eclectic mix of therapy modalities to help you get the most growth possible. I work with you to explore your actions, behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, then help you make minor adjustments to create bigger changes. I practice narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

My communication style

I'm pretty informal, casual, and straightforward. Our sessions are usually a back-and-forth discussion where I work with you to explore your thoughts and feelings, where these come from, and what we can do to get a resolution and move forward. I'm caring and thoughtful, but also direct.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was jobless and depressed during the recession. I started volunteering with a homeless shelter and loved it. I was so surprised that I liked it as much as I did. I figured then that this was a field that would continue to bring me joy, that I could make a difference in, and not get bored with.

My goals for you

In our first session, I ask about what you want to achieve or change in your life. Usually, we'll have 3-6 areas, and we check back on these goals frequently. When we complete the goals, we re-evaluate. Therapy is like going to the doctor's; treatment doesn't need to last forever.

Our first session

The first session is two things: first, it's a conversation so we can get to know one another and explore what the challenges are and where we should focus our efforts. It's also the time I gather preliminary information about your past and family so we can make better decisions later on.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) Generalist from Arizona State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jonathan Murdock