David Demorest, LPC

David Demorest, LPC, helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, grief, or relationship strain. He works with clients on challenges like addiction, eating issues, ADHD, and major life changes. He brings a straightforward, steady presence and aims to build trust early in therapy.

David trained with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling and also holds a Masters in Biology/Biochemistry. Before counseling he spent decades working as a radiochemist, which shaped his attention to how behavior and mental processes work. That background influences how he listens and asks questions in sessions.

His counseling style is eclectic and practical. He focuses first on forming a trusting relationship, then helps clients identify the specific problems they want to address. Together they develop a plan with clear goals and steps to try, and the plan is revised as needed during treatment.

Techniques David uses include elements of client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, solution-focused steps, and hypnotherapy. He also has experience with biofeedback and neurofeedback as tools for mood, anxiety, and addiction concerns. He will suggest referrals if a different specialist would better meet a client’s needs.

David has worked in counseling for 19 years and is based in Idaho. He balances his professional life with time in nature, skiing, canoeing, and fly fishing, and he draws on a calm, practical approach when guiding people through hard problems.

How therapy approaches guide online work

Client-centered work focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. It helps when someone needs a calm space to talk and be heard while deciding what to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful reactions; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help people access change goals, which some find useful for habits, cravings, or managing anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has worked or not worked before. Together they’ll try methods that fit, check progress, and adjust plans when needed so the work stays relevant and useful.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which online options are offered before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy life - they can make scheduling easier, cut travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Online work still allows for structured exercises, thought records, mindfulness practice, and step-by-step skill building that pair well with CBT and solution-focused work.