Substance Use Psychiatrists in Helena, MT
As a provider, I aim for holistic and collaborative care and I believe working with one's team (i.e. family, PCP, specialists, therapists, and others) is essential to providing the best care possible.
As a provider, I aim for holistic and collaborative care and I believe working with one's team (i.e. family, PCP, specialists, therapists, and others) is essential to providing the best care possible.
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.
With a combined background in psychiatry and neurogastroenterology, I treat persons of all ages with disorders of gut-brain connection, mood spectrum, bipolar disorder, anxiety, substance use, OCD, ADHD, Autism, and PTSD.
When feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to handle life challenges, especially related to difficulties of a complex mood disorder, anxiety, focus/concentration, and work/home relationships, effective solutions can be found through a collaborative strategy. A holistic treatment approach integrates individual, targeted medication management with necessary psychological and physical care. Together, we can move beyond simply relieving symptoms and work toward lasting life changes that promote personal stability and growth.
With a combined background in psychiatry and neurogastroenterology, I treat persons of all ages with disorders of gut-brain connection, mood spectrum, bipolar disorder, anxiety, substance use, OCD, ADHD, Autism, and PTSD.
When feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to handle life challenges, especially related to difficulties of a complex mood disorder, anxiety, focus/concentration, and work/home relationships, effective solutions can be found through a collaborative strategy. A holistic treatment approach integrates individual, targeted medication management with necessary psychological and physical care. Together, we can move beyond simply relieving symptoms and work toward lasting life changes that promote personal stability and growth.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of evaluating, diagnosing and treating many mental health disorders for children, adolescents and adults. I have experience working in the outpatient setting, telehealth appointments, inpatient unit and adolescent residential homes. In addition to my experience as a prescriber, I have over 15 years of nursing experience in multiple medical fields.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of evaluating, diagnosing and treating many mental health disorders for children, adolescents and adults. I have experience working in the outpatient setting, telehealth appointments, inpatient unit and adolescent residential homes. In addition to my experience as a prescriber, I have over 15 years of nursing experience in multiple medical fields.
Jiff is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Montana State University & focused her research on treating Adverse Childhood Experiences. She has worked & trained at Montana State Hospital, the VA, & many regional hospitals & outpatient facilities where she has served all ages & complexities. She authors continuing education for nurses & instructs nursing courses. Jiff grew up in the small-town, farming, ranching, and rodeo ways of life in Montana. She operates from the values of community learned here.
Jiff is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Montana State University & focused her research on treating Adverse Childhood Experiences. She has worked & trained at Montana State Hospital, the VA, & many regional hospitals & outpatient facilities where she has served all ages & complexities. She authors continuing education for nurses & instructs nursing courses. Jiff grew up in the small-town, farming, ranching, and rodeo ways of life in Montana. She operates from the values of community learned here.
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.
My goal is to bring a person-centered approach to every therapeutic encounter, facilitating healing with evidence-based med management for those who have ADHD, OCD, PTSD, substance use disorders, mood disorders, and more.
My training through Montana State University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, where I graduated with a 4.0 GPA, has equipped me with a strong foundation in advanced psychiatric assessment, medication management, and multiple therapeutic modalities. I am particularly passionate about tailoring care to meet each patient's unique needs.
My goal is to bring a person-centered approach to every therapeutic encounter, facilitating healing with evidence-based med management for those who have ADHD, OCD, PTSD, substance use disorders, mood disorders, and more.
My training through Montana State University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, where I graduated with a 4.0 GPA, has equipped me with a strong foundation in advanced psychiatric assessment, medication management, and multiple therapeutic modalities. I am particularly passionate about tailoring care to meet each patient's unique needs.
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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I work with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma-related symptoms, sleep difficulties, and personality-related challenges. Many of my clients are seeking clarity, stability, and relief from symptoms that interfere with daily life, relationships, or work. This is a fully remote telepsychiatry practice serving adults in Ohio, Idaho, Iowa, and Montana.
I work with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma-related symptoms, sleep difficulties, and personality-related challenges. Many of my clients are seeking clarity, stability, and relief from symptoms that interfere with daily life, relationships, or work. This is a fully remote telepsychiatry practice serving adults in Ohio, Idaho, Iowa, and Montana.
Online Psychiatrists
He brings over 6 years of specialized psychiatric experience and more than 21 years of nursing background, including extensive work in substance use treatment.
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.
He brings over 6 years of specialized psychiatric experience and more than 21 years of nursing background, including extensive work in substance use treatment.
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 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.
Kaila provides psychiatric care for individuals experiencing Complex PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use disorders.
Dr. Kaila Gregg is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals of all ages in Arizona and
Montana. With nearly two decades of nursing experience and more than 20 years as a foster and adoptive parent, she brings a unique blend of clinical knowledge and life experiences to support healing, resilience, and meaningful change in her patients.
Kaila provides psychiatric care for individuals experiencing Complex PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use disorders.
Dr. Kaila Gregg is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals of all ages in Arizona and
Montana. With nearly two decades of nursing experience and more than 20 years as a foster and adoptive parent, she brings a unique blend of clinical knowledge and life experiences to support healing, resilience, and meaningful change in her patients.
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.
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.
Jackie LaVe' is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is also dually certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She received her master’s degree and post-master’s certificate from Vanderbilt University. Jackie has 12 years of experience as a nurse and over 7.5 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner. Jackie is licensed to practice in Montana, Arizona and New York.
Jackie LaVe' is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is also dually certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She received her master’s degree and post-master’s certificate from Vanderbilt University. Jackie has 12 years of experience as a nurse and over 7.5 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner. Jackie is licensed to practice in Montana, Arizona and New York.
Opening at the nCenter, Great Falls May 17, 2026 with Dr. Adria Strable, DNP, FNP, CNE.
Hi! I am Dr. Adria Strable, a PhD Family Nurse Practitioner, educator, and lifelong Montanan with a passion for helping people heal, grow, and thrive. I teach at Montana State University’s Mark & Robyn Jones College of Nursing in Great Falls where I love mentoring future nurses. I am also the Primary Care Provider at Great Falls Health and Wellness.
At Great Falls Health and Wellness, we focus on holistic and metabolic health, women’s wellness, and whole-person care. I believe deeply in meeting people where they are and empowering them with th
Opening at the nCenter, Great Falls May 17, 2026 with Dr. Adria Strable, DNP, FNP, CNE.
Hi! I am Dr. Adria Strable, a PhD Family Nurse Practitioner, educator, and lifelong Montanan with a passion for helping people heal, grow, and thrive. I teach at Montana State University’s Mark & Robyn Jones College of Nursing in Great Falls where I love mentoring future nurses. I am also the Primary Care Provider at Great Falls Health and Wellness.
At Great Falls Health and Wellness, we focus on holistic and metabolic health, women’s wellness, and whole-person care. I believe deeply in meeting people where they are and empowering them with th
Shantel Escobar | ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, & OUD
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, MSN
Online Only
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) or Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) across all ages, from children to adults.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide telehealth services focused on mental health and addiction recovery. I specialize in treating conditions such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and Substance Use Disorders SUD or OUD. I am qualified to prescribe psychiatric medications when necessary.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) or Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) across all ages, from children to adults.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide telehealth services focused on mental health and addiction recovery. I specialize in treating conditions such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and Substance Use Disorders SUD or OUD. I am qualified to prescribe psychiatric medications when necessary.
Fraser Ball obtained her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing in 2017 from Montana State University. While working at Vanderbilt Medical Center, she realized that her true passion was in mental health. She graduated with her Master's of Science in Nursing in 2023 from University of North Dakota, and became a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Fraser Ball obtained her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing in 2017 from Montana State University. While working at Vanderbilt Medical Center, she realized that her true passion was in mental health. She graduated with her Master's of Science in Nursing in 2023 from University of North Dakota, and became a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Accepting New Clients! As a Physician Assistant in Psychiatry, I specialize in providing compassionate and individualized care for adults (age 18+) struggling with mental health concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working alongside my patients to create personalized treatment plans that align with their unique needs and goals. I am passionate about empowering individuals to take an active role in their mental health journey and support them in achieving balance and well-being. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients can feel heard and understood.
Accepting New Clients! As a Physician Assistant in Psychiatry, I specialize in providing compassionate and individualized care for adults (age 18+) struggling with mental health concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working alongside my patients to create personalized treatment plans that align with their unique needs and goals. I am passionate about empowering individuals to take an active role in their mental health journey and support them in achieving balance and well-being. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients can feel heard and understood.
I'm looking forward to coming alongside and walking with you as your mental health journey unfolds. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, burnout, depression, and sleep problems. In 2023 I completed my doctoral training at the University of Washington in Seattle and earned board certification that fall. I've since supported clients from diverse backgrounds with wide-ranging needs, and I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all focus. Whether you're seeking relief, stability, or growth, I'm confident we can create meaningful, lasting change together. I’m here to support you!
I'm looking forward to coming alongside and walking with you as your mental health journey unfolds. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, burnout, depression, and sleep problems. In 2023 I completed my doctoral training at the University of Washington in Seattle and earned board certification that fall. I've since supported clients from diverse backgrounds with wide-ranging needs, and I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all focus. Whether you're seeking relief, stability, or growth, I'm confident we can create meaningful, lasting change together. I’m here to support you!
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed by mental health challenges, life transitions, or the lasting effects of trauma? Finding it hard to find joy or manage anxiety. Having difficulty with work, relationships, or school? Do you have difficulty trusting healthcare providers? Are you having trouble finding medications that help or having difficulty managing side effects? Do you disagree with another providers diagnosis of your mental health condition? Whether this is your first or 20th encounter with a mental health provider, I strive to make my clients feel heard and respected.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed by mental health challenges, life transitions, or the lasting effects of trauma? Finding it hard to find joy or manage anxiety. Having difficulty with work, relationships, or school? Do you have difficulty trusting healthcare providers? Are you having trouble finding medications that help or having difficulty managing side effects? Do you disagree with another providers diagnosis of your mental health condition? Whether this is your first or 20th encounter with a mental health provider, I strive to make my clients feel heard and respected.
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FAQ - Substance Use Psychiatrists
Ho can psychiatrists help with substance use disorders?
Substance use disorders are characterized by the use of alcohol, prescription medications, or other drugs in ways that harm a person's health, relationships, or responsibilities at home, work, or school. While not everyone who uses substances meets the criteria for a disorder, substance use that becomes frequent, risky, or disruptive to daily life may indicate the presence of a substance use disorder. In these cases, psychiatric care can be critical to helping clients reach recovery. Psychiatrists who specialize in substance use can help individuals understand the role substances play in their lives and support them in making changes through a combination of therapy and, when appropriate, medication.
How do psychiatrists treat substance use disorders?
At the start of care, psychiatrists typically conduct a thorough evaluation of a client's current substance use and assess for any co-occurring mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. This assessment helps determine whether outpatient care is appropriate or if a higher level of support—such as a detox program or intensive outpatient program (IOP)—is needed first. Once an appropriate care setting is identified, the psychiatrist and client work together to establish treatment goals and a personalized plan. This plan may include therapy approaches such as motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, or relapse prevention. For some individuals, medication-assisted treatment (MAT)—such as buprenorphine for opioid use or naltrexone for alcohol use—may be used to manage cravings, withdrawal, or relapse risk.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in substance use disorders?
The Psychology Today online directory is a useful tool for finding psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in treating substance use. The directory allows users to search for providers with expertise in specific areas, such as alcohol use, drug use, or dual diagnosis. It also includes filters for insurance coverage, location, session format (in-person or telehealth), and provider identity characteristics, such as gender or cultural background. When evaluating a psychiatrist, it's helpful to ask about their experience treating the specific substance of concern, as not all providers treat all types of substance use. Understanding their approach to therapy and medication can also help ensure the provider is a good fit.