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Christian Zal-Herwitz

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125 Bank Street Suite 310 Missoula, MT 59802
Being human can be really tough. Whether haunted by pain from the past, disoriented by the contradictions of the present, or afraid for what may come in the future, it can be difficult just to face the day. But you can have peace - sometimes it just takes some help to get there. My passion is to guide individuals toward living their lives mindfully and without fear. Through a compassionate and supportive therapeutic relationship, I nonjudgmentally help my clients explore and understand their emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience.
I am here to help you heal, grow, and move toward the life you want to live. Across years of evidence-based practice, I have focused on helping my clients recover from trauma, anxiety, and depression, integrate mindfulness into their daily lives, and develop compassion for themselves and others. There is no magic here - only real strategies to get you there.
We all experience suffering in this world, but we need not do so alone. It would be my privilege to walk alongside you in your journey.
Call or Christian Zal-Herwitz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (406) 282-4402

My Practice at a Glance

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125 Bank Street

Suite 310

Missoula, MT 59802 map

(406) 282-4402
My website
I am now offering a waitlist for clients for both in-person and telehealth services, including regular and evening hours.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Good to meet you!
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Let's Connect (406) 282-4402
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My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

125 Bank Street

Suite 310

Missoula, MT 59802 map

(406) 282-4402
My website
I am now offering a waitlist for clients for both in-person and telehealth services, including regular and evening hours.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Good to meet you!
Christian Zal-Herwitz

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • First Choice Health | FCH
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Medicare
  • Missoula Benefits (MCEBP)
  • Mountain Health CO-OP
  • PacificSource
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am in-network with several insurers, but if you prefer to pay out of pocket, the initial session is $250, and all subsequent sessions are $225/hour. I am also open to bartering on a case-by-case basis, if clearly defined and contractually agreed.
Photo of Christian Zal-Herwitz, Psychologist, PhD
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (406) 282-4402
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I am in-network with several insurers, but if you prefer to pay out of pocket, the initial session is $250, and all subsequent sessions are $225/hour. I am also open to bartering on a case-by-case basis, if clearly defined and contractually agreed.
Photo of Christian Zal-Herwitz, Psychologist, PhD
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (406) 282-4402

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Montana / PSY-PSY-LIC-3890 Christian Zal-Herwitz
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended University of Montana, PhD, Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Montana Board of Psychologists PSY-PSY-LIC-3890
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Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (406) 282-4402
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Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (406) 282-4402

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Transgender
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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4 Endorsements

Dr. Kelly A Dickinson
Dr. Kelly A Dickinson
PsychologistPhD
Dr. Zal-Herwitz gets my strong recommendation as a psychologist and therapeutic professional. He has a gift for building community where isolation so easily takes hold - and for ensuring everyone in that community feels genuinely seen and included.
Vector Psychology
Vector Psychology
PsychologistPsyD
I've known Dr. Christian Zal-Herwitz as both a colleague and mentor. He has been an invaluable source of guidance, encouragement, and support. His generosity, professionalism, and genuine commitment to helping others makes him an exceptional psychologist.
Yvonne Delzenero
Yvonne Delzenero
PsychologistPhDMEd
Dr. Zal-Herwitz is an incredible clinician, colleague, mentor, and teacher! He's been trained in many evidenced therapies and as a result, has so many tools in his box to offer clients. Perhaps my biggest praise is his authenticity. I highly recommend him!
Taylor Mastin
Taylor Mastin
PsychologistPhD
Dr. Zal-Herwitz is a wonderful clinician and a wonderful human being. He manages to perfectly blend warmth and support with evidence-based interventions that are proven to work. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for real change!

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Here is the short list of my favorite approaches: I am formally trained in Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. I have additional competency in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Mindful Self-Compassion. If you are interested in how I incorporate any of these into my practice, please ask!
Photo of Christian Zal-Herwitz, Psychologist, PhD
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (406) 282-4402
"
Here is the short list of my favorite approaches: I am formally trained in Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. I have additional competency in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Mindful Self-Compassion. If you are interested in how I incorporate any of these into my practice, please ask!
Photo of Christian Zal-Herwitz, Psychologist, PhD
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (406) 282-4402

Location

Primary Location

125 Bank Street

Suite 310

Missoula, MT 59802

(406) 282-4402
"
I am now offering a waitlist for clients for both in-person and telehealth services, including regular and evening hours.
Photo of Christian Zal-Herwitz, Psychologist, PhD
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (406) 282-4402
"
I am now offering a waitlist for clients for both in-person and telehealth services, including regular and evening hours.
Photo of Christian Zal-Herwitz, Psychologist, PhD
Christian Zal-Herwitz
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (406) 282-4402