Therapists in Polson, MT

Provision of Mental Health Services to Children and their families, providing crisis care and integrating trauma through utilization of case specific intervention strategies. Specializing in assessing, diagnosing, and treating Clients utilizing DSM-5-TR and correlating with ICD-10 codes. Proven successful in developing and running a program targeting high risk youth with SED diagnoses. Capable of conducting performance audits to meet quality standards and implement evidence-based mental health best practice procedures.

Greetings. Welcome to Mindflow Therapeutics. What do you value most in your life? Family? Friendships? Peace? Sobriety? Your job or career? Health? Quiet? Quiet of mind? A good nights sleep? There are more values to list, however name the 4 top values most important to you. Are the struggles you are experiencing in your life interfering with these values? My treatment approach is grounded in identifying your values and moving from there as each of you have unique life experiences that play a role in where you are at this very moment. Often guilt, or shame, disassociation, and continued triggers interfere...

With over ten years of experience working in the mental health field in Montana, I can help you to navigate challenges by empowering you with the tools you need to live as your authentic self. I emphasize the importance of mindfulness, communication and connection while addressing internal feelings of shame, anxiety and other areas that may be causing your distress. Together, we will identify and explore obstacles and set goals to help you to work towards positive, lifelong changes!

Being human is full of complexities and dualities; life is both light and dark, busy and boring, full of grief and pockets of joy. There are times we work alone and times we need help navigating past, present and future. If you’re looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist committed to helping you navigate life's challenges to enhance your mental, physical and emotional well-being then read on. With a deep understanding of human behavior and a passion for exploring connections between the internal and external world, I use a holistic approach to recover the authentic self through integration and building self-awareness.

In life we encounter experiences that conceal our potential to flourish or succeed and this can make us feel stuck or helpless in a sense of suffering, struggling to get by. These blocks can come in many forms: traumatic experiences, negative messages we receive, illness, relationship patterns, grief, depression, anxiety, among others. Together we can work to find the root of the issue and find healing. I work to serve as a mirror to my clients, reflecting insights about patterns, internal dialog, and behaviors that are hard to "see".

I specialize in helping adolescents and adults in finding their own inner purpose, strength, and wisdom. Often, this requires peeling back the layers of old habits, wounds, and ways of being in the world that are resulting in distress, anxiety, depression, and feelings of dissatisfaction. By helping to heal the old wounds, there is more space to experience joy and contentment while also discovering what matters the most to you. One on one sessions can take a variety of forms including more traditional talk therapy; using different art mediums; or getting out of the office for a walk.

Life can throw us some difficult challenges and so many struggle with navigating through those challenges. It can sometimes feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel and it is during these times, we all could use extra support. It also takes courage to reach out for help. I believe that everyone has the strength to get through life's toughest challenges with the right tools and support. That is why I am here to provide a safe, supportive environment, listen to you, and work with you to help find solutions and help you get back to living life.

Offering in person indoor and outdoor sessions as well as telehealth. If we have a chance to work together I will offer you my presence and attention. We will work together to help you see yourself more clearly, make choices that support your healthy growth, and address your goals so that your experience of life is more positive. I see families, couples, and individual adults. I have experience helping folks with personal growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, marriage issues, divorce, parenting, family conflict. I also offer movement therapy groups using The Discipline of Authentic Movement.

I counsel people and families. I have 4 specialty areas, (1) trauma recovery, including PTSD and loss, (2) couples, (3) emotions like anxiety, anger, depression, and (4) children and teens. (1) When dealing with trauma, grief and heartbreak, I encourage adults to heal again to be lovers with a heart of a warrior, see www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjdICFdnkhE (2) I counsel couples by myself or with my wife, Julie Ann Nardi, LCC--a couple counseling couples. See gardencitycouples.com. (3) emotional healing brings about new ways of thinking and acting (CBT). (4) Play, art, family, and music are for great ways for kids.

At one time or another most people feel stuck in unproductive or even damaging ways of thinking, feeling, perceiving and acting/ interacting. Sometimes the causes of the difficulty are hard to see or define. Other times we may understand why we struggle but lack the skills or support needed to make and sustain change.

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.

I was a career/volunteer EMT and volunteer Firefighter for 15 years; as such I am particularly interested in working with individuals who are members of our Emergency Services Communities. I have an experience based understanding of the unique issues facing our Fire, Law Enforcement, EMS and other Emergency Service providers.

I specialize in helping individual adults with relationship issues, developing healthy boundaries, assertive communication, and setting goals that improve their daily lives. I also have training in treating anxiety and depression with the use of psychoeducation, CBT, DBT, and additional treatment approaches. I take a holistic approach to therapy that encompasses both mind and body awareness for best results.

Often, life challenges us with obstacles to our best health and wellbeing. I believe in offering a safe and comfortable setting for you to develop a plan to move towards your greatest potential and quality wellness. This may include learning new coping skills, having a safe place to reflect and improve communication as well as utilizing clinical interventions to reduce symptoms. My goal is to support you in overcoming issues that prevent a deeper sense of purpose, self-awareness, and joy in your life. Diversity and multiculturalism are at the root of my therapeutic practice.

Children often struggle with emotions; identifying, expressing and processing their feelings can be very difficult. Anger can rear its ugly head when underneath it may really be a whole bunch of other emotions going on. Some children need to express themselves other than verbally. Play and art therapy techniques, sand tray, and therapeutic games can be used as ways for kids to process emotions without talking or feeling pressured. Children often just need to be heard, given skills, and provided with opportunity for little successes that can increase their self-esteem. Parents are invited to learn valuable tools as well.

Are you struggling with identity formation? Anxiety around setting boundaries? overwhelmed taking care of others? struggling to understand your emotions? I assist in helping to decrease toxic relations and understand triggers while deepening insight and awareness of values and needs. My clients often work on healthy boundaries, emotional awareness and understanding using self acceptance to decrease relational manipulation, build compassion and increase communication. My typical client is high functioning tween to adult that struggles in some aspect of life with anxiety, self harm, unresolved trauma, low mood or poor relationships.

Full, no waitlist, unfortunately. Please check here again, I update this listing when I have openings. I specialize in supporting those who may be creative, intuitive, neurodivergent , or “outside the box” thinkers. Your strengths and interests can be such powerful resources for healing and understanding yourself. Trauma, shame, anxiety, depression, and other challenges can make it really hard to find direction for ourselves, and can impact our relationships. As a neurodivergent and queer artist myself, I know how alienating this can feel. I also offer EMDR.