- Years in practice
- 47
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Idaho
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Parenting issues
About Reed
Reed Finlayson is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho with 47 years of experience. He listens for the story behind each person's concerns and helps them picture a different future. Reed notices what already works in a person's life and builds on those strengths to address problems.
He invites people to name their goals and then maps a clear plan to reach them. Sessions focus on practical steps and questions that encourage new thinking.
Background and approach
Reed emphasizes that lasting change often comes from what clients decide for themselves rather than from being told what to do. Reed pays attention to both difficulties and successes. He asks about small skills that have helped in the past and finds ways to reuse those skills for current struggles.
This approach is meant to make change feel doable and realistic. In conversations he offers observations and gentle challenges to help widen perspective. He welcomes questions about the process and asks for feedback so the work stays focused and relevant.
That helps keep the plan aligned with what the client actually wants to change. People come to him for a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, parenting issues, grief, addiction, and life transitions. Reed aims to help clients identify concrete next steps and practice them between sessions to build momentum.
What Reed works with
Everything Reed lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Reed helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Coping with life changes
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Reed lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate well to online care
Reed uses client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person. That approach focuses on listening, reflecting, and helping clients name their goals so sessions stay relevant. It suits issues like life transitions, family strain, and grief where a trusted listener is key.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. CBT helps with specific problems such as anxiety, panic attacks, and low mood by teaching clear strategies and practiceable skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication, which can be helpful with anger, impulse control, and relationship stress.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Reed collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made. The aim is to try things, get feedback, and pick what helps most.
Online sessions offer flexibility that supports steady progress. Video calls let the conversation feel more like an in-person visit, phone sessions can fit into a short break, and live chat or text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins or when writing helps clarify thoughts. These options make it easier to keep working on goals across busy weeks and changing schedules.
Questions people ask about Reed
What concerns does Reed commonly address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, grief, addictions, anger, relationships, family problems, and coping with life changes.
How would Reed describe his therapy style?
He listens to each person’s story, highlights what already works, and helps create a clear plan with practical next steps.
What is his background and experience?
He holds the LPC credential and brings 47 years of counseling experience to his work.
Where does he practice and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Idaho and uses the LPC credential as listed.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work together with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can occur by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How do sessions cost and how do subscriptions work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
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