Attachment-based Therapists in Plains, MT

"...be all alive, body, soul, mind, heart, spirit.” Thomas Merton. If it’s happening, it’s human. And, being human can hurt in a multitude of ways for a multitude of reasons. I believe these reasons can be understood, and through understanding we may gain access to answers and interventions that lead to holistic wellness and ultimately to the wellness of our communities. I strive to support individuals in becoming connected to themselves, to become vibrantly alive with the expanding and creative capacity to discover and align with their values and aspirations day by day.

My goal is to support clients as they seek positive changes in their lives, navigate challenges, or develop skills to better manage their emotions. Whether you struggle with trauma, mood, relationships, disordered eating, body-image issues, or low self-esteem, I am here to offer non-judgmental support through a strengths-based, collaborative relationship. Together, we can build resilience, explore feelings of shame, pursue authenticity, and develop sustainable motivation for change. My particular areas of interest include working with survivors of sexual assault, and navigating the fulcrum between disordered eating and exercise.

Wherever you are in your life, I’d love to get to know you and see what healing we can accomplish together. I am constantly amazed by the resourcefulness that clients have used to survive through the hardest parts of their lives. Oftentimes, making it through also means that we have developed parts of ourselves that are tough enough to cause us problems we can’t solve alone. I see my job as a therapist as being that other person who helps you create a safe and curious space to heal the frustrations between those parts that feel stuck and the parts that help you thrive.

You may be saying to yourself: "I feel stuck. I feel disengaged. The problems seem insurmountable. When I attempt conversation about difficult issues they invariably turn to gridlock. Hurtful words are used by both of us. Withdrawal, isolation and silence follow. It seems we have a crisis over something. Then we have a brief honeymoon followed by a period of tension leading to another explosion. Seems like it never ends. Seems my efforts to engage are met with distancing by my spouse. I feel more and more disconnected, more helpless and hopeless about this relationship."

Each of us have deep-seeded value and deserve to be connected to our whole selves. Often, past experiences of trauma and suffering not only impact our beliefs, behaviors, and relationships, but disconnect us from ourselves. Discovering ourselves can be difficult, but it is an essential part of healing. Our capacity for growth and change is possible with understanding and compassion.

There are times when our overwhelm can become so great we feel lost.

Are you battling anxiety daily? Do you find yourself overthinking everything? Does your body feel fried? Do you struggle with feelings of self-worth? Do you have trouble getting through the day? Do you have a lot of trauma that you’ve tried to work through before but felt like it didn’t get you to where you want to be?

Life can be unpredictable, unsettling, or challenging at times. My passion is to help and empower people to navigate through their journeys by providing compassionate and attentive clinical treatment. Through the use of attachment-based therapy, I work with clients to develop a strong connection and professional relationship that allows clients to feel safe, respected, and heard. I also practice using modalities and interventions from sensorimotor psychotherapy to assist in regulating the autonomic nervous system. I have experience working with maternal mental health, trauma, depression, anxiety, and many other mental health needs.

I believe we all have the ability to live meaningful lives. And that we all have the potential to heal past traumas, develop new strategies for coping, and grow into the people we want to be. As a therapist, I meet you where you are and, without judgment, maintain a deep sense of curiosity about you and where you want to go. Therapy can play a critical role in unearthing patterns and fully exploring the path that led you to this moment. It can also help you map the way forward through understanding, discovery and clarity. I consider it a privilege to help you along this journey.

As we all know, life is full of changes. I believe that these changes, and times of transition, can be both difficult and wonderful. Opportunities await for those who are receptive to support, open to possibilities, and willing to engage with the process.

Although my practice is not limited to people who identify as LGBTQIA+, my specialty is working with transgender and gender non-conforming people and helping them address issues such as coming out to family and friends, navigating school or work issues, changing identity documents, and coping with the many social and emotional changes that transition brings. I also understand that transgender is an umbrella term that encompasses many identities and not all people wish to or can afford to medically transition. I meet people where they are and help them navigate where they want to go.

I believe all individuals have the ability for monumental change and growth within themselves. My role is to provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that is targeted to meet my client's individual needs and strengths. I have empathy and respect for the individuals that I work with. I believe the relationship that we build provides the paths for working through whatever may be blocking growth.

Hello! I am a seasoned competent practitioner with a PhD in psychology. I believe in an authentic and practical approach, offering my clients the necessary tools that can be utilized immediately in combating daily distresses. My services range from horse assisted therapy to grief counseling, somatic healing, mindfulness practices, spiritual counseling, life coaching, and traditional psychotherapy. I am very well versed in different therapeutic modalities and techniques addressing a wide variety of issues, such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, neurodevelopment disorders. My specialty is helping adults on the Autism spectrum and Trauma.

I believe each us embody an innate wisdom and deep knowing of our strengths and beauty. Sometimes when we experience stress or unexpected change we can lose touch with a positive sense of self and the resources that allow us to thrive in a challenging world. A compassionate, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic relationship strengthens our ability to move through some of our most challenging moments. Together, we will create the conditions for vulnerability and authenticity in a mutual effort to undergo the difficult work of personal transformation.

I strive to meet each client where they are at and to support their movement forward. For psychological evaluations, an ideal client calls me with two or three specific questions or curiosities that they have about themself or their child. Does my child have autism? Why am I having a difficult time succeeding at school/work? What can I understand better about my personality to have healthier relationships?

Overwhelmed by the stress and burnout of work and life’s demands? Living with a chronic illness or a medical diagnosis such as cancer? Experiencing grief and loss? These challenges can cause so much suffering and make us feel alone and like no one really understands. Maybe you want more energy, meaning, or hope in your life, but have never tried therapy before. Maybe you've attended therapy, but never talked about your medical conditions or you felt like your grief was overlooked. Maybe you think it would take a long time for you to ever feel better and it feels overwhelming to start talking to a stranger. I can help.

I believe we develop our ability to thrive from not only our individual gifts, but also our personal responses to life's challenges. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems and/or trauma. I never underestimate the complexities of the mind, personality, and relationships, and at the same time, I feel psychotherapy should be practical and goal-oriented. I have a thoughtful, compassionate style in addressing the roots of repetitive distress, while keeping in mind that such work must also emphasize alleviation of more immediate distress so you can move forward with your life.