Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Whitefish, MT

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Caroline Fichter
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Whitefish, MT 59937
I am certified to provide psychiatric therapy and medication to individuals 6 years and older who are experiencing psychiatric injuries and illnesses including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, perinatal mood/ anxiety disorders.
It is with a holistic view and curiosity about the diversity of the human experience that I approach each individual on their mental health journey. Understanding that physical health, family history, lifestyle, cultural background, socioeconomic factors, and spiritual beliefs directly influence psychiatric health. And, I appreciate the curiosity and courage that it takes for you to set out on this journey towards optimal mental health for yourself, and your loved ones. It is my goal to offer you treatment options and guidance to help you transform psychological distress into a sense of resilience and life satisfaction.
I am certified to provide psychiatric therapy and medication to individuals 6 years and older who are experiencing psychiatric injuries and illnesses including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, perinatal mood/ anxiety disorders.
It is with a holistic view and curiosity about the diversity of the human experience that I approach each individual on their mental health journey. Understanding that physical health, family history, lifestyle, cultural background, socioeconomic factors, and spiritual beliefs directly influence psychiatric health. And, I appreciate the curiosity and courage that it takes for you to set out on this journey towards optimal mental health for yourself, and your loved ones. It is my goal to offer you treatment options and guidance to help you transform psychological distress into a sense of resilience and life satisfaction.
(406) 693-8434 View (406) 693-8434
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Summit Psychiatry Associates
Physician Assistant, PA-C, CAQ-PSY, DSc
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
Experienced PAs in Psychiatry Providing Collaborative, Patient-Centered Care in Montana At Summit Psychiatry Associates, we are a dedicated team of PAs and Psychiatrists specializing in psychiatric care. Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive, evidence-based mental health services while working with collaborating practitioners and physicians.
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.
Experienced PAs in Psychiatry Providing Collaborative, Patient-Centered Care in Montana At Summit Psychiatry Associates, we are a dedicated team of PAs and Psychiatrists specializing in psychiatric care. Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive, evidence-based mental health services while working with collaborating practitioners and physicians.
(406) 740-6113 View (406) 740-6113
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Laira L Fonner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Whitefish, MT 59937
I've worked with individuals experiencing mental health crises since 2015. I have experience working with patients of all ages. I am an empathetic listener, and take the time to get to know my clients. I enjoy collaborating with clients to establish individualized treatment plans aimed at achieving mental health goals.
I've worked with individuals experiencing mental health crises since 2015. I have experience working with patients of all ages. I am an empathetic listener, and take the time to get to know my clients. I enjoy collaborating with clients to establish individualized treatment plans aimed at achieving mental health goals.
(406) 616-4908 View (406) 616-4908
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Richard Mitchell
Psychiatrist, DO, MS
Online Only
NOW credentialed with Montana Medicaid, BCBS MT, Allegiance, United Behavioral Health, and First Choice Health Network! Accepting new telepsychiatry clients in Montana! Dr. Mitchell utilizes a BioPsychoSocial approach and provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and laboratory monitoring as needed.
NOW credentialed with Montana Medicaid, BCBS MT, Allegiance, United Behavioral Health, and First Choice Health Network! Accepting new telepsychiatry clients in Montana! Dr. Mitchell utilizes a BioPsychoSocial approach and provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and laboratory monitoring as needed.
(406) 770-2324 View (406) 770-2324

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Michele Tulk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, ARNP, PMHNPBC
Online Only
I am a trauma-informed Health at Every Size (HAES) provider and have expertise in providing sensitive care and effective treatment to people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other forms of neurodiversity.
I have 12 years of experience prescribing mental health medications as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am kind, safe, non-judgmental, empathic, and I welcome all belief systems. My style is client-centered where I function as a guide to help us find a sustainable medication regimen that you feel good about. I absolutely LOVE what I do!
I am a trauma-informed Health at Every Size (HAES) provider and have expertise in providing sensitive care and effective treatment to people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other forms of neurodiversity.
I have 12 years of experience prescribing mental health medications as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am kind, safe, non-judgmental, empathic, and I welcome all belief systems. My style is client-centered where I function as a guide to help us find a sustainable medication regimen that you feel good about. I absolutely LOVE what I do!
(406) 476-7376 View (406) 476-7376
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Coralyn Alexander
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I approach care leaning into the feelings and thoughts of my patients and families and use an eclectic, trauma-informed, developmentally-sensitive approach.
I treat all psychiatric conditions including ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Schizophrenia, Autism, PTSD, and substance use disorders. I have extra training and experience with complex PTSD and developmental trauma. I attended medical school at Penn State before completing my residency and fellowship at the University of Colorado.
I approach care leaning into the feelings and thoughts of my patients and families and use an eclectic, trauma-informed, developmentally-sensitive approach.
I treat all psychiatric conditions including ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Schizophrenia, Autism, PTSD, and substance use disorders. I have extra training and experience with complex PTSD and developmental trauma. I attended medical school at Penn State before completing my residency and fellowship at the University of Colorado.
(406) 540-0493 View (406) 540-0493
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Jen Buscher
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
3 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
I specialize in medication management for children and adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma.
I emphasize open communication & collaborative decision-making to optimize treatment outcomes. By empowering patients to voice their experiences & aspirations, my aim is to facilitate a journey toward self-discovery & healing. I invite you to explore how I can tailor my services to meet your needs
I specialize in medication management for children and adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma.
I emphasize open communication & collaborative decision-making to optimize treatment outcomes. By empowering patients to voice their experiences & aspirations, my aim is to facilitate a journey toward self-discovery & healing. I invite you to explore how I can tailor my services to meet your needs
(406) 642-7587 View (406) 642-7587
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Carol Milliken
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNPBC, ADHD-SP, CFTP
Online Only
I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and am board certified in psychiatric mental health advanced practice nursing, an ADHD-certified clinical services provider, certified in family trauma therapy, emergency, critical care nursing and am a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt who stands at the forefront of advanced nursing practice and quality improvement in mental health care.
I specialize in providing compassionate and evidence-based care to those facing mental health challenges. In addition, I am a compassionate advocate for mental health and a catalyst for positive change in healthcare delivery. My multifaceted skills, continuous pursuit of knowledge, and dedication to patient well-being guide me as a leader in healthcare.
I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and am board certified in psychiatric mental health advanced practice nursing, an ADHD-certified clinical services provider, certified in family trauma therapy, emergency, critical care nursing and am a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt who stands at the forefront of advanced nursing practice and quality improvement in mental health care.
I specialize in providing compassionate and evidence-based care to those facing mental health challenges. In addition, I am a compassionate advocate for mental health and a catalyst for positive change in healthcare delivery. My multifaceted skills, continuous pursuit of knowledge, and dedication to patient well-being guide me as a leader in healthcare.
(406) 623-7720 View (406) 623-7720
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Steven K Elrod
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you or your family need Medication or Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Anger, PTSD?
You're not alone. Together we can find the medication and treatment needed to vastly improve your life. Many people have turned their lives around through the power of mental health care.
Do you or your family need Medication or Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Anger, PTSD?
You're not alone. Together we can find the medication and treatment needed to vastly improve your life. Many people have turned their lives around through the power of mental health care.
(406) 743-3641 View (406) 743-3641
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Ashley Cooper
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Online Only
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, seeking the right medications to improve their mental health.
As a board-certified PMHNP, Ashley is qualified to diagnose, prescribe medication, and create a treatment plan that will fit the patient's lifestyle. She is determined to help identify and treat the different causes of mental illness by utilizing evidence-based care and combining conventional medicine with natural/holistic methods.
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, seeking the right medications to improve their mental health.
As a board-certified PMHNP, Ashley is qualified to diagnose, prescribe medication, and create a treatment plan that will fit the patient's lifestyle. She is determined to help identify and treat the different causes of mental illness by utilizing evidence-based care and combining conventional medicine with natural/holistic methods.
(406) 313-8279 View (406) 313-8279
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Mimi L Morris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Conditions I treat include, but are not limited to, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar II disorder, OCD, and PTSD.
I am board certified as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and my primary focus is helping determine if psychiatric medications are a good treatment option. You will continue to see your therapist for therapy, and continue to see your primary care provider for any medical issues.
Conditions I treat include, but are not limited to, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar II disorder, OCD, and PTSD.
I am board certified as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and my primary focus is helping determine if psychiatric medications are a good treatment option. You will continue to see your therapist for therapy, and continue to see your primary care provider for any medical issues.
(406) 360-6086 View (406) 360-6086
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Janelle Arias
Psychiatrist, MD, ABPN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I completed my fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center, and for over a decade, I provided trauma-informed care in a residential DBT program for teens.
I’ve also served as medical director for an eating disorder treatment program and worked in integrated telepsychiatry settings, partnering with primary care providers to expand access to care. I’ve completed intensive DBT training and enjoy incorporating its principles into my work with patients and families.
I completed my fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center, and for over a decade, I provided trauma-informed care in a residential DBT program for teens.
I’ve also served as medical director for an eating disorder treatment program and worked in integrated telepsychiatry settings, partnering with primary care providers to expand access to care. I’ve completed intensive DBT training and enjoy incorporating its principles into my work with patients and families.
(406) 506-5790 View (406) 506-5790
Photo of Marcus Robinson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Marcus Robinson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Now accepting new patients with same week appointments! Have you been struggling with depression, grief, anxiety, ADHD, issues with body image, severe mood fluctuations or perceptual disturbances and find that life has been increasingly difficult to cope with? Have you tried to seek advice from family members, friends and spiritual counselors, to no avail? You can overcome these struggles, with the right tools and I am here to help, using an unbiased approach. I draw from a few traditional therapeutic techniques, in combination with medication management, to create a treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Now accepting new patients with same week appointments! Have you been struggling with depression, grief, anxiety, ADHD, issues with body image, severe mood fluctuations or perceptual disturbances and find that life has been increasingly difficult to cope with? Have you tried to seek advice from family members, friends and spiritual counselors, to no avail? You can overcome these struggles, with the right tools and I am here to help, using an unbiased approach. I draw from a few traditional therapeutic techniques, in combination with medication management, to create a treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
(505) 591-5219 View (505) 591-5219
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Allison Sears
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
I specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorder, OCD, insomnia, psychosis, and PTSD.
I am trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders comprehensively. I use an evidence-based approach to treatment while tailoring care plans to each patient’s unique needs. I value the whole person and use a patient-centered approach to healthcare. I work with clients to develop successful interventions to meet the client's goals.
I specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorder, OCD, insomnia, psychosis, and PTSD.
I am trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders comprehensively. I use an evidence-based approach to treatment while tailoring care plans to each patient’s unique needs. I value the whole person and use a patient-centered approach to healthcare. I work with clients to develop successful interventions to meet the client's goals.
(406) 780-8468 View (406) 780-8468
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Joshua Balint
Physician Assistant, PA-C, MSPAS
Online Only
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, mood swings, anxiety, or trauma.
Finding the right mental health care provider can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m Josh Balint, PA-C, MSPAC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Physician Associate with Frontier Psychiatry, and I’m here to support you with compassionate, evidence-based care. I specialize in diagnosing and treating a range of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and OCD, as well as ADHD, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, mood swings, anxiety, or trauma.
Finding the right mental health care provider can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m Josh Balint, PA-C, MSPAC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Physician Associate with Frontier Psychiatry, and I’m here to support you with compassionate, evidence-based care. I specialize in diagnosing and treating a range of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and OCD, as well as ADHD, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders.
(833) 853-9951 View (833) 853-9951
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Anu Marrott-Ware
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN-L, RN
Online Only
Anu specializes in telepsychiatry, offering a convenient and comfortable way to receive care from your own home. Her ideal client is someone facing anxiety, depression, stress, or other mental health challenges and prefers the flexibility and privacy of online appointments. Life can be busy, so Anu offers flexible scheduling to fit your needs. Whether you're balancing work, family, or other responsibilities, telepsychiatry allows you to access care without the added stress of travel or time constraints.
Anu specializes in telepsychiatry, offering a convenient and comfortable way to receive care from your own home. Her ideal client is someone facing anxiety, depression, stress, or other mental health challenges and prefers the flexibility and privacy of online appointments. Life can be busy, so Anu offers flexible scheduling to fit your needs. Whether you're balancing work, family, or other responsibilities, telepsychiatry allows you to access care without the added stress of travel or time constraints.
(406) 642-7377 View (406) 642-7377
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Jacob Bailey
Physician Assistant, PA-C, CA-Q
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I currently have openings for new clients. Reach out for an appointment! As a psychiatric Physician Assistant with a background in addiction medicine, I’m passionate about partnering with clients who are ready to take meaningful steps toward healing and growth. My ideal clients are open to collaboration—whether they’re navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, or other psychiatric conditions—and are seeking both medical and behavioral support.
I currently have openings for new clients. Reach out for an appointment! As a psychiatric Physician Assistant with a background in addiction medicine, I’m passionate about partnering with clients who are ready to take meaningful steps toward healing and growth. My ideal clients are open to collaboration—whether they’re navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, or other psychiatric conditions—and are seeking both medical and behavioral support.
(406) 637-4829 View (406) 637-4829
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Jon Brigham
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
My client load is currently full, but others in my practice are accepting new clients. Please reach out to ask us which providers have availability. - I’m Dr. Jon Brigham, a board-certified psychiatrist with Frontier Psychiatry, and my approach is simple: I believe in partnership. Together, we’ll work toward a treatment plan that helps you live a fulfilling, meaningful, and more balanced life. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I specialize in medication management for mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, and psychotic disorders, providing care for adults and seniors (65+).
My client load is currently full, but others in my practice are accepting new clients. Please reach out to ask us which providers have availability. - I’m Dr. Jon Brigham, a board-certified psychiatrist with Frontier Psychiatry, and my approach is simple: I believe in partnership. Together, we’ll work toward a treatment plan that helps you live a fulfilling, meaningful, and more balanced life. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I specialize in medication management for mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, and psychotic disorders, providing care for adults and seniors (65+).
(406) 747-2848 View (406) 747-2848
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Nesrin Abu Ata
Psychiatrist, MD
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
We all tend to seek help when what we are doing is no longer working, or we feel stuck , dissatisfied or our life is out of control, or someone we care about says that we should get help. I view these pivotal moments as potential moments of alchemy, if we are willing to be mindful with what is, staying with our experience and working through it. Remaining mindFUL allows the experience to teach us what we are supposed to learn, if we are open to it. I am here to support you as you go through your journey, face your challenges, identify patterns with you that keep you feel stuck so that you can be more free to be your best self.
We all tend to seek help when what we are doing is no longer working, or we feel stuck , dissatisfied or our life is out of control, or someone we care about says that we should get help. I view these pivotal moments as potential moments of alchemy, if we are willing to be mindful with what is, staying with our experience and working through it. Remaining mindFUL allows the experience to teach us what we are supposed to learn, if we are open to it. I am here to support you as you go through your journey, face your challenges, identify patterns with you that keep you feel stuck so that you can be more free to be your best self.
(406) 282-8320 View (406) 282-8320
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Jennifer Foresman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, CRNP, PMHNP
Online Only
Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to overcome your mental illness? Are you suffering from persistent feelings of sadness, chaotic mood swings, or debilitating anxiety? You might not remember a time when you didn’t feel this way. You are desperate for relief but beginning to wonder if there is hope of feeling better. Clients come to me looking for a provider with the experience and knowledge to manage challenging chronic symptoms, because mental health treatment does not need to be a constant unconquerable quest.
Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to overcome your mental illness? Are you suffering from persistent feelings of sadness, chaotic mood swings, or debilitating anxiety? You might not remember a time when you didn’t feel this way. You are desperate for relief but beginning to wonder if there is hope of feeling better. Clients come to me looking for a provider with the experience and knowledge to manage challenging chronic symptoms, because mental health treatment does not need to be a constant unconquerable quest.
(878) 217-0537 View (878) 217-0537

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Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.