Derek Bonds, LPC, LCPC
About me
Hello, I will give you my utmost respect and encouragement throughout the therapy process. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Montana State University - Billings. I have worked for several mental health agencies including working in schools and on a college campus. I have taught undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology and counseling at the university level. I have supervised graduate interns on their hours towards licensing and supervised an outpatient therapy department. I have also been a campus counselor helping college students with their personal growth and relationship issues.
Having "hope" is one of the most important motivators to overcome life challenges. Finding "hope" can immediately change one's mood from despair to peace. I have significant experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, motivation, finding purpose, and life transitions. I believe that you are the expert on you, but we all need help to move through this life. I will offer you support, encouragement, an outside perspective, and space to explore productive options to get your life heading in the right direction and most importantly finding "hope".
While life presents challenges, I believe that you are fundamentally strong and resilient. I would like to partner with you on your journey. Please reach out and let's see if we'd be a good fit together.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Emptiness, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
CO LPC LPC.0011730
MT LCPC BBH-LCPC-LIC-72385
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Derek Bonds. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Derek is a great listener, and respectfully encourages me to open up about what has been bothering me. He unspokenly understands boundaries when it comes to topics I’m sensitive about, but simultaneously gives me the confidence to say what’s really been on my mind. When I do, his further questions are respectful, and understanding. After only three appointments, I have felt a greater weight lifting from my shoulders after my conversations with Derek.
Written on Sep 25, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
One of the best therapist I’ve had the pleasure of speaking to.
Written on Mar 08, 2023 after therapy with Derek for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, and adhd
Derek has been a super positive influence for me throughout our therapy relationship. He cares enough to touch base on previous topics and check in on current progress with things I’m working on. His ability to recall info I’ve previously shared is outstanding. Everyone could use his positive frame of reference/viewpoint when choosing a path of introspective growth.
Written on Feb 19, 2023 after therapy with Derek for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
He is very friendly and caring
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Fantastic, easy to talk to, helpful/useful advice
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Couldn't be happier with the experience
Written on Nov 20, 2022 after therapy with Derek for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd