Grief Psychiatrists in Helena, MT

Photo of Holly L Gomez Levine - At Your Service Psychiatry PLLC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN
At Your Service Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN
1 Endorsed
Helena, MT 59601
Online Telepsychiatry Practice. No need to call or email an office. To see availability and schedule, go to AtYourServicePsychiatry.com. Prescription medications are sent to your local pharmacy after the visit. You finally decided to reach out for help, but it takes months to get in. I established this online telepsychiatry practice with the busy person in mind. In our psychiatric mental health practice, we care for people with ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar, and more. We strive to offer compassionate and convenient psychiatric care.
Online Telepsychiatry Practice. No need to call or email an office. To see availability and schedule, go to AtYourServicePsychiatry.com. Prescription medications are sent to your local pharmacy after the visit. You finally decided to reach out for help, but it takes months to get in. I established this online telepsychiatry practice with the busy person in mind. In our psychiatric mental health practice, we care for people with ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar, and more. We strive to offer compassionate and convenient psychiatric care.
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Michelle Herron
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC
Helena, MT 59601
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.
(406) 991-1616 View (406) 991-1616
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Carly Sell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC
Helena, MT 59601
Carly Sell, a Montana native, has worked as a psychiatric nurse for the past 15 years. Carly graduated in 2007 from Carroll College with her bachelor’s degree in nursing and from Montana State University in 2022 with her Doctor of Nursing Practice. Carly has always been passionate about improving overall mental health and well-being throughout Montana through suicide prevention, mental health awareness education, and trauma-informed care.
Carly Sell, a Montana native, has worked as a psychiatric nurse for the past 15 years. Carly graduated in 2007 from Carroll College with her bachelor’s degree in nursing and from Montana State University in 2022 with her Doctor of Nursing Practice. Carly has always been passionate about improving overall mental health and well-being throughout Montana through suicide prevention, mental health awareness education, and trauma-informed care.
(406) 351-7792 View (406) 351-7792
Huston Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Helena, MT 59601
Erin Ferriter Huston grew up in a large family in Montana City. She was involved in many sports, especially soccer. Erin was a Carroll College graduate. She was employed as a RN in pediatric and psychiatric settings. After 10 years, Erin pursued further education at Montana State University to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner. This diverse profession has allowed Erin to work in psychiatric settings out of state, within MT and in the Helena area. As a provider, Erin believes that patients are most successful when they have trust in their provider, when a provider actively listens and when they feel included in their care.
Erin Ferriter Huston grew up in a large family in Montana City. She was involved in many sports, especially soccer. Erin was a Carroll College graduate. She was employed as a RN in pediatric and psychiatric settings. After 10 years, Erin pursued further education at Montana State University to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner. This diverse profession has allowed Erin to work in psychiatric settings out of state, within MT and in the Helena area. As a provider, Erin believes that patients are most successful when they have trust in their provider, when a provider actively listens and when they feel included in their care.
(406) 709-5815 View (406) 709-5815
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Barbara Woo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting new clients! I’m Barbara Woo, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with Frontier Psychiatry. I truly enjoy working with clients of all ages and would love to support you or your family. I’ve been practicing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse since 2001, and began my nursing career in 1995. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, I’ve had the privilege of working with pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics across a wide variety of settings. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, specializing in family practice.
Accepting new clients! I’m Barbara Woo, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with Frontier Psychiatry. I truly enjoy working with clients of all ages and would love to support you or your family. I’ve been practicing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse since 2001, and began my nursing career in 1995. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, I’ve had the privilege of working with pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics across a wide variety of settings. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, specializing in family practice.
(208) 556-3253 View (208) 556-3253
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Dr. Bethany Harper
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
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.
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.
(857) 244-0119 View (857) 244-0119
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Tommie Lynn Perusich
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-B
Online Only
My hope is to offer client centered, holistic care that is evidence based. I want my clients to develop achievable goals for their health and well-being and help them to set upon the path to personal success.
My hope is to offer client centered, holistic care that is evidence based. I want my clients to develop achievable goals for their health and well-being and help them to set upon the path to personal success.
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Kristel Kishbaugh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Serves Area
Good health includes both physical and mental health which is why I believe a holistic perspective is key. I became an RN in 2008 and later, in 2016, I completed a Masters in Nursing with an Emphasis in Leadership later graduating with a Doctorate of Nursing Practice specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health in 2022.
Good health includes both physical and mental health which is why I believe a holistic perspective is key. I became an RN in 2008 and later, in 2016, I completed a Masters in Nursing with an Emphasis in Leadership later graduating with a Doctorate of Nursing Practice specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health in 2022.
(406) 416-4963 View (406) 416-4963
Photo of Heidi Geil - Optimize Psychiatry, LLC, Psychiatrist, DO
Optimize Psychiatry, LLC
Psychiatrist, DO
Helena, MT 59601
Not accepting new clients
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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Brooke Cadwell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, CNM
Online Only
Hi! My name is Brooke Cadwell and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. I specialize in women's mental health care. I have specialty training and a decade of experience in perinatal mental health. In addition to perinatal mental health, I specialize in women's mental health and wellness throughout the lifespan. I care for women from adolescence through the end of life. I also have training in adult mental healthcare and see men, specifically in the context of paternal mental health and supporting fathers in transitional points of life.
Hi! My name is Brooke Cadwell and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. I specialize in women's mental health care. I have specialty training and a decade of experience in perinatal mental health. In addition to perinatal mental health, I specialize in women's mental health and wellness throughout the lifespan. I care for women from adolescence through the end of life. I also have training in adult mental healthcare and see men, specifically in the context of paternal mental health and supporting fathers in transitional points of life.
(406) 693-4561 View (406) 693-4561

Online Psychiatrists

Photo of Dr. Bethany Harper, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Bethany Harper
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
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.
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.
(857) 244-0119 View (857) 244-0119
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Christina Louise Borst
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, APRN
Choteau, MT 59422
Just as the entire family can be seen by the local FNP, the whole family can be seen here by the Psychiatric NP for mental health needs from ADHD to anxiety to depression to grief to Alzheimer's.
Front Range Family Psychiatry cares for the mental health for the whole family. Children through adults are seen in rural Choteau, Montana. We offer local psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management and some therapy in a discrete location. All major insurances are accepted. There are now three Psych NPs to provide services.
Just as the entire family can be seen by the local FNP, the whole family can be seen here by the Psychiatric NP for mental health needs from ADHD to anxiety to depression to grief to Alzheimer's.
Front Range Family Psychiatry cares for the mental health for the whole family. Children through adults are seen in rural Choteau, Montana. We offer local psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management and some therapy in a discrete location. All major insurances are accepted. There are now three Psych NPs to provide services.
(406) 540-6702 View (406) 540-6702
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Darcy Chenoweth
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Missoula, MT 59808
I am licensed in Montana as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Montana State University, Bozeman. My practice is shaped by decades of experience as a first responder, nurse, educator, and artist. I have collaborated with world-leading mental health experts to develop best practices for helping first responders and others in helping professions (e.g., medical professionals, social workers, lawyers) reduce burnout and the effects of trauma exposure.
I am licensed in Montana as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Montana State University, Bozeman. My practice is shaped by decades of experience as a first responder, nurse, educator, and artist. I have collaborated with world-leading mental health experts to develop best practices for helping first responders and others in helping professions (e.g., medical professionals, social workers, lawyers) reduce burnout and the effects of trauma exposure.
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Dessye-Dee Clark
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PhD
Missoula, MT 59802
Are you creative, entrepreneurial, but struggle with focus, impulsivity, and productivity? Social anxiety and assertiveness? Would you like to optimize your potential and begin to do things that are meaningful and sustainable? Do you need somebody with expertise in psychopharmacology, who truly cares about your welfare, who will work closely with you and your primary therapist? Do you know a child or teen that needs urgent psychiatric assessment or stabilization after hospitalization? We understand developmental needs, neurosensory sensitivities, learning differences. We provide Trauma-informed care, always.
Are you creative, entrepreneurial, but struggle with focus, impulsivity, and productivity? Social anxiety and assertiveness? Would you like to optimize your potential and begin to do things that are meaningful and sustainable? Do you need somebody with expertise in psychopharmacology, who truly cares about your welfare, who will work closely with you and your primary therapist? Do you know a child or teen that needs urgent psychiatric assessment or stabilization after hospitalization? We understand developmental needs, neurosensory sensitivities, learning differences. We provide Trauma-informed care, always.
(406) 412-6934 View (406) 412-6934
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North Springs Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59715
Hi, I’m Amanda — a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes mental health treatment should feel collaborative, approachable, and occasionally include a dash of humor. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life’s general chaos. My style combines evidence-based treatment with genuine human connection — because no one wants to feel like they’re talking to a robot with a prescription pad. I’m especially passionate about personalized care, trauma-informed treatment, and helping patients feel understood, not judged.
Hi, I’m Amanda — a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes mental health treatment should feel collaborative, approachable, and occasionally include a dash of humor. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life’s general chaos. My style combines evidence-based treatment with genuine human connection — because no one wants to feel like they’re talking to a robot with a prescription pad. I’m especially passionate about personalized care, trauma-informed treatment, and helping patients feel understood, not judged.
(719) 759-8731 View (719) 759-8731
Melissa Dawns Williamson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-
Anaconda, MT 59711
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving Anaconda and the surrounding area. I have more than 20 years of experience in mental health, and I provide compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals age 12 and over.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving Anaconda and the surrounding area. I have more than 20 years of experience in mental health, and I provide compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals age 12 and over.
(406) 643-4283 View (406) 643-4283
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Karly Harden
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59718
I have the honor of serving children, adolescents and adults. I help treat anxiety, depression, trauma-related conditions, attention concerns, and mood disorders. My desire is to help individuals better understand symptoms, manage medications and build effective coping strategies to feel reconnected with a more stable and grounded sense of self. Through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and supportive therapy, together we develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
I have the honor of serving children, adolescents and adults. I help treat anxiety, depression, trauma-related conditions, attention concerns, and mood disorders. My desire is to help individuals better understand symptoms, manage medications and build effective coping strategies to feel reconnected with a more stable and grounded sense of self. Through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and supportive therapy, together we develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
(406) 709-8335 View (406) 709-8335
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Jessica Kettell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting New Clients! Hi friend, if you’ve tried therapy or meds, but you don’t feel like yourself yet, I see YOU. You might want help safely tapering off antidepressants or benzodiazepines because of long-term side effects. Or maybe you’re neurodivergent and craving support from someone who will truly understand you (by a fellow AuDHer). You want a provider that respects your nervous system, your story, and your pace. You do not want to be gaslit or dismissed. Just supported by someone who genuinely cares about you.
Accepting New Clients! Hi friend, if you’ve tried therapy or meds, but you don’t feel like yourself yet, I see YOU. You might want help safely tapering off antidepressants or benzodiazepines because of long-term side effects. Or maybe you’re neurodivergent and craving support from someone who will truly understand you (by a fellow AuDHer). You want a provider that respects your nervous system, your story, and your pace. You do not want to be gaslit or dismissed. Just supported by someone who genuinely cares about you.
(425) 528-9775 View (425) 528-9775
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Alison Hall
Physician Assistant, PA-C, MHS
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59715
I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, burnout, treatment-resistant depression, hormone-related mood changes, and other concerns affecting emotional well-being. Many clients come to Sub Rosa Therapy feeling stuck after trying multiple approaches without lasting relief. Through a collaborative, whole-person approach, I work alongside our therapists and care team to help clients better understand the factors contributing to their symptoms and develop individualized treatment plans that support meaningful, sustainable healing.
I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, burnout, treatment-resistant depression, hormone-related mood changes, and other concerns affecting emotional well-being. Many clients come to Sub Rosa Therapy feeling stuck after trying multiple approaches without lasting relief. Through a collaborative, whole-person approach, I work alongside our therapists and care team to help clients better understand the factors contributing to their symptoms and develop individualized treatment plans that support meaningful, sustainable healing.
(406) 589-6902 View (406) 589-6902
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Jessica Rivera
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, MSN
Bozeman, MT 59718
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.
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.
(406) 356-0595 View (406) 356-0595

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FAQ - Grief Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with grief?
Grief is a strong emotional response to loss, often triggered by the death of a loved one, the end of a meaningful relationship, or a major life transition. While grief itself is not a mental health disorder, it can cause a range of physical and emotional symptoms, such as disrupted sleep, changes in appetite, irritability, and nausea. Grief can also intensify symptoms of existing mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety. Although many people experience a gradual easing of grief over time, others may find that their symptoms persist or interfere with daily life. In these cases, working with a psychiatrist who has experience supporting individuals through grief can be beneficial.

How do psychiatrists approach treatment for grief?
Because there are no specific medications or therapy type designed solely for grief, treatment typically begins with a thorough assessment of an individual's current symptoms and circumstances. Based on this evaluation, a psychiatrist may recommend a personalized treatment plan. This could include the prescription of medication, such as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a type of antidepressant that may help regulate mood during the grieving process. Psychiatrists may also incorporate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients examine how their thoughts about loss contribute to emotional distress, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on accepting painful emotions and identifying coping strategies that align with one's personal values and long-term goals.

How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief support?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief, individuals can use the Psychology Today provider directory, which allows users to filter by therapeutic approach, insurance accepted, or shared identity characteristics, such as gender. When reaching out to a potential provider, it can be useful to ask about their experience working with grief, how they approach treatment planning, and whether they offer both medication management and therapy. Practical considerations such as office location, telehealth availability, and insurance coverage should also be considered to ensure a good fit.