David Demorest , LPC

David Demorest combines a deep scientific background with nearly two decades of counseling experience to help people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. He holds a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a master’s in Biology/Biochemistry, and he spent 25 years working as a radiochemist where nuclear chemistry and physics informed his approach to problem solving. That research and industry experience contributes to a practical, thoughtful perspective on the processes that underlie behavior and mental health.

As a counselor he offers an eclectic, evidence-informed practice that draws on Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Counseling, Schema Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. He is trained in biofeedback and neurofeedback, tools he uses to support clients managing depression, anxiety disorders, and addiction. His clinical orientation emphasizes forming a trusting therapeutic relationship, collaboratively identifying specific concerns, and building a flexible treatment plan that is reviewed and revised as progress unfolds.

When treatment goals are met, clients are reassessed and given tailored next steps; if further work is needed, new plans are developed and care continues. If an issue calls for a different specialty, he will make appropriate referrals. Outside of work he splits time between Boise and a mountain property south of Jackson Hole, enjoys skiing, canoeing, and fly fishing, and has traveled extensively in Southeast Asia, China, Tuscany, and Malta. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and brings strong people skills honed in industry to his therapeutic work.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens carefully and helps clients identify their own goals and resources - it is useful for self-esteem, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical strategies and exercises - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and many forms of stress-related difficulty. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance practices that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation across a range of concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. David works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made or new issues arise. The aim is to combine approaches in a way that matches the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, over the phone, through live chat, or via text-based messaging to accommodate schedules, mobility, and differing comfort levels with communication. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from wherever the client is located.