Works with
How Jonathan works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Idaho
- Years in practice
- 4
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Jonathan
Jonathan 'Riley' Murdock is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who focuses on helping people manage anger and other stressful parts of life. He aims to be fully in a client's corner with no judgment so people can start to understand why they react the way they do and find practical first steps forward.
He uses plain language and everyday images to make things easier to grasp. Sessions often focus on small, steady changes rather than dramatic shifts.
Background and approach
Riley describes progress as building a muscle - short challenges followed by time to recover - and helps clients find a healthier balance of stress and rest. Riley blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative techniques. That mix lets him help people name unhelpful thoughts, practice different behaviors, and try new perspectives.
He leans on motivational interviewing to help people decide what they want to change and take the next steps toward it. With four years of clinical experience and an LCSW credential, he brings direct, down-to-earth guidance. He writes and speaks in visual, metaphor-driven ways to make ideas stick for people who think better with pictures and stories.
Riley accepts clients in Idaho and also works with international clients in English. He offers a variety of session formats so people can choose what fits their life and schedule.
What Jonathan works with
Everything Jonathan lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Jonathan's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Jonathan lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Riley Uses Talk Work and Practical Tools Online
Riley draws on client-centered therapy to make sessions about the person in front of him, listening first and shaping plans around each person's priorities. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors, which can help with anger, anxiety, and mood challenges. He also uses mindfulness techniques to build awareness of bodily signals and reactions so people can pause before they act.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Riley works collaboratively to figure out what fits a person's goals, needs, and preferences. Together they try methods, adjust them, and keep what helps while dropping what does not work for the individual.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make working together practical. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual metaphors. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, written reflections, or when someone prefers typing to speaking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, family, or travel schedules.
Questions people ask about Jonathan
What concerns does Riley commonly address?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, anger, relationship and family difficulties, sleep problems, parenting strain, and challenges tied to identity such as LGBT concerns.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He works in a client-centered way and uses clear metaphors and practical steps. Sessions focus on small, manageable changes rather than overwhelming goals.
What experience does he bring?
He holds four years of clinical experience as a practicing social worker and uses that background to guide conversations and action plans.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, and is based in Idaho.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he provide?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.