Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in Billings, MT
I am currently accepting new psychiatry clients in Montana and Idaho. For me, care starts with the values and goals of my patients and families so that we can develop collaborative solutions spanning beyond what medications can do alone. Through my training with multicultural and Eastern practices, I believe in working with a holistic, transparent approach that carefully incorporates medications or supplements to help support lasting change. Before working with my child, adolescent, and adult clients with Frontier Psychiatry, I worked as the Chief Psychiatry Fellow at the Yale Child Study Center in Connecticut.
I am currently accepting new psychiatry clients in Montana and Idaho. For me, care starts with the values and goals of my patients and families so that we can develop collaborative solutions spanning beyond what medications can do alone. Through my training with multicultural and Eastern practices, I believe in working with a holistic, transparent approach that carefully incorporates medications or supplements to help support lasting change. Before working with my child, adolescent, and adult clients with Frontier Psychiatry, I worked as the Chief Psychiatry Fellow at the Yale Child Study Center in Connecticut.
You may feel anxious, emotionally drained, disconnected, or out of balance. Stress may be affecting your sleep, focus, mood, or sense of meaning. You might be functioning day to day, yet internally something feels off. You want more than symptom control—you want clarity, emotional steadiness, and a deeper sense of well-being. Your goal is to feel grounded, regain control of your mental health, and live with greater ease and balance.
You may feel anxious, emotionally drained, disconnected, or out of balance. Stress may be affecting your sleep, focus, mood, or sense of meaning. You might be functioning day to day, yet internally something feels off. You want more than symptom control—you want clarity, emotional steadiness, and a deeper sense of well-being. Your goal is to feel grounded, regain control of your mental health, and live with greater ease and balance.
We are dedicated to serving the mental health needs of pediatric and adult patients in our region. We aim to provide compassionate, thoughtful and comprehensive care by using an integrative approach that focuses on biological, psychological, and social factors that are unique to each patient. We provide Medication Management, TMS Therapy, IV Ketamine and Spravato, Psychological Testing, and Therapy services across the state of Montana. Whatever your mental health needs are, our team at Montana Psychiatry will provide exemplary care to put you on the path to healing and enriched living.
We are dedicated to serving the mental health needs of pediatric and adult patients in our region. We aim to provide compassionate, thoughtful and comprehensive care by using an integrative approach that focuses on biological, psychological, and social factors that are unique to each patient. We provide Medication Management, TMS Therapy, IV Ketamine and Spravato, Psychological Testing, and Therapy services across the state of Montana. Whatever your mental health needs are, our team at Montana Psychiatry will provide exemplary care to put you on the path to healing and enriched living.
Her approach draws on psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and attachment based therapies, adapted to each patient’s goals.
Expertise and clarity define Dr. Harper’s practice. An experienced board-certified psychiatrist, she integrates psychotherapy into every session, connecting neurobiology with emotional patterns to guide lasting change. Patients work with a clinician who values both evidence and meaning, blending medical precision with therapeutic depth.
Her approach draws on psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and attachment based therapies, adapted to each patient’s goals.
Expertise and clarity define Dr. Harper’s practice. An experienced board-certified psychiatrist, she integrates psychotherapy into every session, connecting neurobiology with emotional patterns to guide lasting change. Patients work with a clinician who values both evidence and meaning, blending medical precision with therapeutic depth.
Holistic Healing Psychiatry,
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-C
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
I also provide psychotherapy and have training in CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
I focus on the whole person, not a diagnosis. I take a trauma-informed approach my patients and look at mental illness as the result of the many difficult experiences that my patients have experienced. I understand the importance of lifestyle factors including the role of nutrition and exercise. In addition to prescribing psychiatric medications, I also offer transcranial magnetic stimulation using NeuroStar and ketamine (Spravato), two evidence-based modalities for treatment-resistant depression
I also provide psychotherapy and have training in CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
I focus on the whole person, not a diagnosis. I take a trauma-informed approach my patients and look at mental illness as the result of the many difficult experiences that my patients have experienced. I understand the importance of lifestyle factors including the role of nutrition and exercise. In addition to prescribing psychiatric medications, I also offer transcranial magnetic stimulation using NeuroStar and ketamine (Spravato), two evidence-based modalities for treatment-resistant depression
Currently accepting new clients: Navigating mental health concerns as a child or teen (or as a parent) can be incredibly challenging. I’m Dr. Arias, a board-certified psychiatrist in both general and child/adolescent psychiatry with Frontier Psychiatry, and I’m here to offer thoughtful, compassionate support grounded in evidence-based care. I’ve dedicated my career to working with children, teens, and their families, helping them manage a wide range of mental health challenges. After completing my fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center, I provided trauma-informed care in a residential DBT program for teens for more than a decade.
Currently accepting new clients: Navigating mental health concerns as a child or teen (or as a parent) can be incredibly challenging. I’m Dr. Arias, a board-certified psychiatrist in both general and child/adolescent psychiatry with Frontier Psychiatry, and I’m here to offer thoughtful, compassionate support grounded in evidence-based care. I’ve dedicated my career to working with children, teens, and their families, helping them manage a wide range of mental health challenges. After completing my fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center, I provided trauma-informed care in a residential DBT program for teens for more than a decade.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
As a psychiatrist certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, I make sure to stay on a top of modern knowledge in psychopharmacology and cutting edge psychiatric treatments. I am promptly available on phone 406-702-0795 for people with depression, bipolar, anxiety, PTSD. S-ketamine, FDA approved treatment provided to qualified patients in my clinic. My psychiatry residency training included managing patients with severe depression after receiving IV Ketamine for suicidal ideations and literature review with professor Shelton on visceral obesity in depression. I successfully apply this knowledge in my daily practice.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
As a psychiatrist certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, I make sure to stay on a top of modern knowledge in psychopharmacology and cutting edge psychiatric treatments. I am promptly available on phone 406-702-0795 for people with depression, bipolar, anxiety, PTSD. S-ketamine, FDA approved treatment provided to qualified patients in my clinic. My psychiatry residency training included managing patients with severe depression after receiving IV Ketamine for suicidal ideations and literature review with professor Shelton on visceral obesity in depression. I successfully apply this knowledge in my daily practice.
Summit Psychiatry Associates – Compassionate Mental Health Care in Montana
At Summit Psychiatry Associates, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care for individuals across Montana. Our team offers comprehensive mental health services through telepsychiatry and in-person visits, ensuring that care is accessible no matter where you are in the state.
We specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and personalized treatment plans for a wide range of mental health conditions, including:
Depression, Anxiety disorders, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Autism.
Summit Psychiatry Associates – Compassionate Mental Health Care in Montana
At Summit Psychiatry Associates, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care for individuals across Montana. Our team offers comprehensive mental health services through telepsychiatry and in-person visits, ensuring that care is accessible no matter where you are in the state.
We specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and personalized treatment plans for a wide range of mental health conditions, including:
Depression, Anxiety disorders, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Autism.
I think we can all benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) to some degree and like to incorporate it into most sessions.
Welcome to Desert Creek Mental Health. I'm Jessica, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I believe strongly in the mind-body connection and use a variety of evidence-based approaches to meet the needs of my patients in order to achieve a high quality of life. I have steered my practice away from the modern model of short appointments that make you feel rushed and unimportant. I see a limited number of patients each day so that I have the time to get to know you and gain a deeper understanding of what you are experiencing, so together we can come to the correct diagnosis and best treatment plan.
I think we can all benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) to some degree and like to incorporate it into most sessions.
Welcome to Desert Creek Mental Health. I'm Jessica, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I believe strongly in the mind-body connection and use a variety of evidence-based approaches to meet the needs of my patients in order to achieve a high quality of life. I have steered my practice away from the modern model of short appointments that make you feel rushed and unimportant. I see a limited number of patients each day so that I have the time to get to know you and gain a deeper understanding of what you are experiencing, so together we can come to the correct diagnosis and best treatment plan.
Accepting new patients via telehealth or in-person. I am a Yale trained, Board-Certified Adult and Addiction Psychiatrist providing the highest quality of evidence-based care. I provide comprehensive treatment across the complete spectrum of mental illnesses. Treatment includes medication management and an optional therapy component. You may also request comprehensive evaluations, and if appropriate, medication assisted treatment (Suboxone). I have extensive knowledge of the latest research and am a strong advocate for the patients I work with.
Accepting new patients via telehealth or in-person. I am a Yale trained, Board-Certified Adult and Addiction Psychiatrist providing the highest quality of evidence-based care. I provide comprehensive treatment across the complete spectrum of mental illnesses. Treatment includes medication management and an optional therapy component. You may also request comprehensive evaluations, and if appropriate, medication assisted treatment (Suboxone). I have extensive knowledge of the latest research and am a strong advocate for the patients I work with.
I use psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and elements of CBT.
At Adventure Psychiatry, we provide compassionate child, adolescent, and adult psychiatric care. Every young person and family navigates a unique path shaped by challenges like ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health difficulties. Healing is possible. With the right support, children, teens, and adults can build a more meaningful life.
We chose the name Adventure Psychiatry because growth requires courage and openness to new experiences. Our role is to walk alongside you and your family with expert medication management and psychotherapy.
I use psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and elements of CBT.
At Adventure Psychiatry, we provide compassionate child, adolescent, and adult psychiatric care. Every young person and family navigates a unique path shaped by challenges like ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health difficulties. Healing is possible. With the right support, children, teens, and adults can build a more meaningful life.
We chose the name Adventure Psychiatry because growth requires courage and openness to new experiences. Our role is to walk alongside you and your family with expert medication management and psychotherapy.
We will delve into interventions such as lifestyle modifications, use of therapy modalities like CBT, DBT & Motivational interviewing and the use of medications to work together to improve your quality of life.
Brainbox Psychiatry is the telepsychiatry practice of Tari McAdam, APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC. I treat ages 12 to senior. Mental health symptoms and conditions affect every one at one time or another. However, many do not have a mental health provider, especially in rural areas which lack these resources. Factors like distance, weather, and transportation make travel to a provider difficult. Telehealth overcomes these factors and allows patients to be seen, at their convenience, on their devices, where they live….in their homes."
We will delve into interventions such as lifestyle modifications, use of therapy modalities like CBT, DBT & Motivational interviewing and the use of medications to work together to improve your quality of life.
Brainbox Psychiatry is the telepsychiatry practice of Tari McAdam, APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC. I treat ages 12 to senior. Mental health symptoms and conditions affect every one at one time or another. However, many do not have a mental health provider, especially in rural areas which lack these resources. Factors like distance, weather, and transportation make travel to a provider difficult. Telehealth overcomes these factors and allows patients to be seen, at their convenience, on their devices, where they live….in their homes."
Samantha began her career in patient care over a decade ago, later earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. In 2017, she transitioned into Public Health Nursing, focusing on providing care for families with infants and children. During this time, she gained a deeper understanding of how health disparities are closely linked to social and economic inequities. Motivated to address these issues more comprehensively, Samantha pursued advanced education and earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Montana State University in 2023.
Samantha began her career in patient care over a decade ago, later earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. In 2017, she transitioned into Public Health Nursing, focusing on providing care for families with infants and children. During this time, she gained a deeper understanding of how health disparities are closely linked to social and economic inequities. Motivated to address these issues more comprehensively, Samantha pursued advanced education and earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Montana State University in 2023.
Sarah most commonly utilizes CBT, DBT, and mindfulness therapeutic modalities in the treatment plan and she has additional education and certifications in nutritional psychiatry and CBT for insomnia ( CBT-I).
Accepting new patients for medication management! My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, seeking the right medications to improve their mental health. They may feel overwhelmed or stuck in their symptoms and are looking for a tailored treatment plan to regain balance and stability. Together, we’ll find the right medications to help them feel better and achieve lasting improvements. Let’s work together to get you on the path to better mental well-being.
Sarah most commonly utilizes CBT, DBT, and mindfulness therapeutic modalities in the treatment plan and she has additional education and certifications in nutritional psychiatry and CBT for insomnia ( CBT-I).
Accepting new patients for medication management! My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, seeking the right medications to improve their mental health. They may feel overwhelmed or stuck in their symptoms and are looking for a tailored treatment plan to regain balance and stability. Together, we’ll find the right medications to help them feel better and achieve lasting improvements. Let’s work together to get you on the path to better mental well-being.
I am currently accepting new patients at this time. My approach is collaborative and non-directive, and I act as someone who can help identify possible routes through the challenges of your life but will not insist that you must choose a particular path. I am a consultant for you and what troubles you, and together we can identify what it is you care about in life and makes it worth living, what is standing in the way, and how medications and psychotherapy might be able to help you pursue the former and overcome the later.
I am currently accepting new patients at this time. My approach is collaborative and non-directive, and I act as someone who can help identify possible routes through the challenges of your life but will not insist that you must choose a particular path. I am a consultant for you and what troubles you, and together we can identify what it is you care about in life and makes it worth living, what is standing in the way, and how medications and psychotherapy might be able to help you pursue the former and overcome the later.
A typical treatment plan may include talk therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and, when appropriate, medication management.
My ideal client is someone facing depression, anxiety, or mood disorders, looking for tailored support after struggling with traditional treatments. They seek a compassionate, collaborative approach for both medication management and coping strategies. Their goals include achieving stability, enhancing quality of life, and reconnecting with purpose. They're motivated to actively participate in their healing, aiming to feel like themselves again. What drives them is a desire for genuine relief, resilience, and a trusted guide to empower their mental health journey forward.
A typical treatment plan may include talk therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and, when appropriate, medication management.
My ideal client is someone facing depression, anxiety, or mood disorders, looking for tailored support after struggling with traditional treatments. They seek a compassionate, collaborative approach for both medication management and coping strategies. Their goals include achieving stability, enhancing quality of life, and reconnecting with purpose. They're motivated to actively participate in their healing, aiming to feel like themselves again. What drives them is a desire for genuine relief, resilience, and a trusted guide to empower their mental health journey forward.
Michelle Herron grew up in Helena, Montana. She has been specializing in psychiatric care for 13 years. Michelle graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Montana State University in 2022; she is passionate about providing inclusive psychiatric services to Montanans. Michelle believes that the provider and client work together to find an individualized treatment that promotes health, healing, and hope.
Michelle Herron grew up in Helena, Montana. She has been specializing in psychiatric care for 13 years. Michelle graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Montana State University in 2022; she is passionate about providing inclusive psychiatric services to Montanans. Michelle believes that the provider and client work together to find an individualized treatment that promotes health, healing, and hope.
Clients are offered a warm, nonjudgmental, and professional space where there is no expectation to “have it all together” in order to receive care. This approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect, inviting individuals across the lifespan to show up exactly as they are. A board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner partners with each person to explore their concerns, clarify what matters most, and create an individualized plan. Sessions are collaborative, paced gently, and focused on helping clients feel understood, empowered, and hopeful as they move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Clients are offered a warm, nonjudgmental, and professional space where there is no expectation to “have it all together” in order to receive care. This approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect, inviting individuals across the lifespan to show up exactly as they are. A board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner partners with each person to explore their concerns, clarify what matters most, and create an individualized plan. Sessions are collaborative, paced gently, and focused on helping clients feel understood, empowered, and hopeful as they move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
I use a collaborative, evidence-based approach that draws from cognitive-behavioral principles, motivational interviewing, and person-centered care.
Hi, I’m Griff. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and evidence-based medication management for pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults. My work focuses on ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression and other mood disorders, and stress during life transitions. My background as an educator strengthens my work with adolescents and young adults. I also work with adults—including men—who are functioning but want life to feel steadier, clearer, and more manageable. My primary role is careful assessment, diagnostic clarity, and thoughtful medication planning tailored to your goals.
I use a collaborative, evidence-based approach that draws from cognitive-behavioral principles, motivational interviewing, and person-centered care.
Hi, I’m Griff. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and evidence-based medication management for pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults. My work focuses on ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression and other mood disorders, and stress during life transitions. My background as an educator strengthens my work with adolescents and young adults. I also work with adults—including men—who are functioning but want life to feel steadier, clearer, and more manageable. My primary role is careful assessment, diagnostic clarity, and thoughtful medication planning tailored to your goals.
Optimize Psychiatry offers a modern & natural approach to psychiatry that is Personalized, Holistic, Functional & Scientifically Informed. We take a root-cause analytic approach to each client's unique biochemistry, genetics & psychological factors and work to align physiology, neurology, and psychodynamics by incorporating insights from various disciplines within and outside of medicine. Our goal is always to help you retrieve or discover your Optimized Self through insight and future-driven change designed to improve your health across life domains and aligned with your deepest values. (More details at optimizepsychiatry.com)
Optimize Psychiatry offers a modern & natural approach to psychiatry that is Personalized, Holistic, Functional & Scientifically Informed. We take a root-cause analytic approach to each client's unique biochemistry, genetics & psychological factors and work to align physiology, neurology, and psychodynamics by incorporating insights from various disciplines within and outside of medicine. Our goal is always to help you retrieve or discover your Optimized Self through insight and future-driven change designed to improve your health across life domains and aligned with your deepest values. (More details at optimizepsychiatry.com)
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FAQ - Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists
Do psychiatrists provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Yes, many psychiatrists provide CBT as a therapeutic approach in sessions with clients. CBT is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health challenges. Psychiatrists who provide CBT can be particularly valuable when your condition may benefit from both therapy *and* medication, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD or PTSD. However, some psychiatrists choose to focus primarily on medication management rather than ongoing therapy. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to confirm that they actively incorporate CBT techniques into their practice (rather than focusing solely on prescribing medication)
What is the difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist?
The primary difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist is that a psychiatrist can integrate medication management with CBT treatment, while non-psychiatrist therapists (such as psychologists, counselors, or social workers) provide CBT without the ability to prescribe medications. In a CBT session with a psychiatrist, you will work on the same core techniques as you would with any CBT provider, such as identifying cognitive distortions or challenging negative thought patterns. However, a psychiatrist can also monitor how medication affects your symptoms. This integrated approach can be especially helpful for conditions like major depression or bipolar disorder, where medication often works together with therapy to produce better outcomes than either treatment alone.
Should I see a psychiatrist or therapist for CBT?
The choice to see a psychiatrist or therapist depends on the severity of your symptoms and whether medication might be part of your treatment plan. A psychiatrist who provides CBT is appropriate when you have more severe mental health symptoms that may require medication. A non-psychiatrist therapist may be appropriate when your symptoms are mild to moderate, you prefer to try therapy without medication first, or you are already stable on medication prescribed by another provider. It is worth noting that psychiatrists typically charge higher rates than other therapists due to their medical training, and psychiatry sessions are not always covered by insurance. Therefore, some people start with a therapist for CBT and later add a psychiatrist to their treatment team if medication becomes necessary.