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Joleena Abrams
CMEMI, CCTSA, CLC, MA
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101  (Online Only)
Joleena and her husband run a Christian group counseling practice that specializes in faith based and non-faith based sex addiction and betrayal trauma recovery.
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Joleena and her husband run a Christian group counseling practice that specializes in faith based and non-faith based sex addiction and betrayal trauma recovery.
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
(507) 216-9367 View (507) 216-9367
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Amber A Ault
Pre-Licensed Professional, M, Ed, PLLC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
My name is Amber Ault and I am a therapist who will work with you to improve your emotional well-being. Emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress and trauma can be overwhelming resulting in making it difficult to manage your emotions and can lead to a persistent sense of unhappiness or dissatisfaction. I know every individual's journey is unique which is why I will adopt a personalized approach to your therapy. I want to understand your specific needs, goals and values empowering you with specific tools and insights needed for long-term growth.
My name is Amber Ault and I am a therapist who will work with you to improve your emotional well-being. Emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress and trauma can be overwhelming resulting in making it difficult to manage your emotions and can lead to a persistent sense of unhappiness or dissatisfaction. I know every individual's journey is unique which is why I will adopt a personalized approach to your therapy. I want to understand your specific needs, goals and values empowering you with specific tools and insights needed for long-term growth.
(406) 929-1568 View (406) 929-1568
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On Track Counseling, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
I am a Licensed Addiction Counselor in the state of Montana. I have extensive experience working with both adolescents and adults in providing educational and treatment services. I use a belief-based recovery and treatment model to enhance and complement evidence-based treatment techniques. This philosophy has proven to provide an environment to build a spiritual foundation for continual sobriety and recovery from long term embedded hurts, habits and ongoing destructive behavior patterns that are the root causes of one's substance abuse.
I am a Licensed Addiction Counselor in the state of Montana. I have extensive experience working with both adolescents and adults in providing educational and treatment services. I use a belief-based recovery and treatment model to enhance and complement evidence-based treatment techniques. This philosophy has proven to provide an environment to build a spiritual foundation for continual sobriety and recovery from long term embedded hurts, habits and ongoing destructive behavior patterns that are the root causes of one's substance abuse.
(406) 334-2829 View (406) 334-2829
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Jayme Schieno
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
As humans we all have the ability to be and to become whatever we desire. My hope as a clinician is to help along the journey. I work with individuals who are looking to gain insight into their choices, thinking patterns, behaviors, and past. Additionally, they would like to decrease stress, improve their relational satisfaction, and feel more enjoyment out of life. My approach is empowerment based, solution focused and person centered. The modalities utilized are Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Informed, Attachment Theory and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
As humans we all have the ability to be and to become whatever we desire. My hope as a clinician is to help along the journey. I work with individuals who are looking to gain insight into their choices, thinking patterns, behaviors, and past. Additionally, they would like to decrease stress, improve their relational satisfaction, and feel more enjoyment out of life. My approach is empowerment based, solution focused and person centered. The modalities utilized are Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Informed, Attachment Theory and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
(406) 946-5164 View (406) 946-5164
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Darby Compton
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59106  (Online Only)
Exclusively offering Telehealth sessions at this time. We are wired for love and belonging; however, often we are faced with experiences that leave us feeling lonely, stuck, and afraid to take the needed risks in order to experience connection. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is ask for help along the journey. Therapy is a place where you are able to be still, explore the places in your heart that are left unknown to you, and consider making wanted changes in your life. It can help you heal, develop healthy patterns, find hope, and experience a freedom that allows you to feel more connected to yourself and others.
Exclusively offering Telehealth sessions at this time. We are wired for love and belonging; however, often we are faced with experiences that leave us feeling lonely, stuck, and afraid to take the needed risks in order to experience connection. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is ask for help along the journey. Therapy is a place where you are able to be still, explore the places in your heart that are left unknown to you, and consider making wanted changes in your life. It can help you heal, develop healthy patterns, find hope, and experience a freedom that allows you to feel more connected to yourself and others.
(406) 393-8239 View (406) 393-8239
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Rachel Robertson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PCLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with self-confidence or anxiety? Have you experienced grief or gone through trauma? Are you going through the adoption process or struggling with your identity as an adoptee? This can all greatly impact our personal and professional lives. It can make us want to retreat, isolate, and see ourselves in a negative light. Doing this, in turn, can lead into potential depression and not feeling like ourselves anymore. Yet, life has so much to offer, and you are here for a reason. You have a purpose and deserve to live a beautiful, happy and fulfilled life where you feel confident and capable of conquering those anxieties.
Do you struggle with self-confidence or anxiety? Have you experienced grief or gone through trauma? Are you going through the adoption process or struggling with your identity as an adoptee? This can all greatly impact our personal and professional lives. It can make us want to retreat, isolate, and see ourselves in a negative light. Doing this, in turn, can lead into potential depression and not feeling like ourselves anymore. Yet, life has so much to offer, and you are here for a reason. You have a purpose and deserve to live a beautiful, happy and fulfilled life where you feel confident and capable of conquering those anxieties.
(406) 642-0360 View (406) 642-0360
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Joel Grinder
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and I have been licensed for 9 years helping people feel supported, navigate, and overcome obstacles. I have experience helping those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, Reactive Attachment Disorder, experience oppositional defiance, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and marriage and couples counseling. I also work with those who have experienced emotional abuse while in narcissistic relationships and wanting control of their life again. Minds into Focus Counseling provides a safe place to express emotions, process events while learning how to move forward.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and I have been licensed for 9 years helping people feel supported, navigate, and overcome obstacles. I have experience helping those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, Reactive Attachment Disorder, experience oppositional defiance, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and marriage and couples counseling. I also work with those who have experienced emotional abuse while in narcissistic relationships and wanting control of their life again. Minds into Focus Counseling provides a safe place to express emotions, process events while learning how to move forward.
(406) 612-1192 View (406) 612-1192
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Lisa Marie Wetzler
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, M, Ed, LCPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I work with clients on emphasizing their strengths to assist them in promoting the change that they desire to have in their life. I tailor the therapeutic environment to meet the individual needs of each client to ensure the best possible outcomes. I believe that within each of us we hold skills and strengths to help us attain and improve our quality of life.
I work with clients on emphasizing their strengths to assist them in promoting the change that they desire to have in their life. I tailor the therapeutic environment to meet the individual needs of each client to ensure the best possible outcomes. I believe that within each of us we hold skills and strengths to help us attain and improve our quality of life.
(406) 413-9928 View (406) 413-9928
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Kristi Lindell Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BSED
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
Waitlist for new clients
My entire adult life I have worked with children and their families as a professional teacher and now a therapist. I easily relate to all ages - children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I understand how important working with families and schools can be for the mental health of the child. As a teacher for over 20 years, I understand burnout, the inner-workings of schools, and the importance of the personnels' mental health and self care. Plus, over 16 years experience with child-rearing, elderly parental care, end of life choices, adult social services, and grief and bereavement therapies for children and adults.
My entire adult life I have worked with children and their families as a professional teacher and now a therapist. I easily relate to all ages - children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I understand how important working with families and schools can be for the mental health of the child. As a teacher for over 20 years, I understand burnout, the inner-workings of schools, and the importance of the personnels' mental health and self care. Plus, over 16 years experience with child-rearing, elderly parental care, end of life choices, adult social services, and grief and bereavement therapies for children and adults.
(406) 641-7027 View (406) 641-7027
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Jesse J Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
Do you find that life's struggles have you down more than usual? Hi, I am the owner of Sandstone Counseling Services, LLC. I have a Master's in Social Work, and am a licensed clinician. Throughout schooling and work in the field, I have worked with everyone from hospice patients, "SED" (seriously emotionally disturbed) youth, schools, foster children, adults, and families. I have also done an abundance of custody work in Yellowstone County over the past 20+ years. I work with a variety of individuals ages 10 and up. I believe in meeting people where they are and working our way through whatever brings them to my office.
Do you find that life's struggles have you down more than usual? Hi, I am the owner of Sandstone Counseling Services, LLC. I have a Master's in Social Work, and am a licensed clinician. Throughout schooling and work in the field, I have worked with everyone from hospice patients, "SED" (seriously emotionally disturbed) youth, schools, foster children, adults, and families. I have also done an abundance of custody work in Yellowstone County over the past 20+ years. I work with a variety of individuals ages 10 and up. I believe in meeting people where they are and working our way through whatever brings them to my office.
(406) 662-0676 View (406) 662-0676
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Shanna Rodgers
Counselor, MS, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Montana school counselor, and Air Force veteran. I can provide you with a space to grieve, process, and grow.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Montana school counselor, and Air Force veteran. I can provide you with a space to grieve, process, and grow.
(406) 308-5844 View (406) 308-5844
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Robert Schwab
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59103  (Online Only)
Life can be very challenging and overwhelming, and our natural tendency is to freeze or flee from our issues. However the best solution is to walk through them, and I can help you in that process. I like to listen intently to hurting or frustrated people who are stuck in addictions, toxic relationships, depression, anxiety, and confusing situations and help them come up with solutions that will work. It's important to feel supported when we're overwhelmed, and I make that my primary goal.
Life can be very challenging and overwhelming, and our natural tendency is to freeze or flee from our issues. However the best solution is to walk through them, and I can help you in that process. I like to listen intently to hurting or frustrated people who are stuck in addictions, toxic relationships, depression, anxiety, and confusing situations and help them come up with solutions that will work. It's important to feel supported when we're overwhelmed, and I make that my primary goal.
(406) 299-9496 View (406) 299-9496
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Joy Monroe
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
Because of past experiences working with a variety of cultures and ages, counseling sessions feel like a friendly visit rather than interaction between counselor and client. However, Dr. Monroe incorporates skills into the visit which provide therapeutic technique. Although in-person visits are recommended, using doxy provides a secure network for telehealth and can be used from the comfort of your home. These experiences are designed to create a positive emotional healing process for the client.
Because of past experiences working with a variety of cultures and ages, counseling sessions feel like a friendly visit rather than interaction between counselor and client. However, Dr. Monroe incorporates skills into the visit which provide therapeutic technique. Although in-person visits are recommended, using doxy provides a secure network for telehealth and can be used from the comfort of your home. These experiences are designed to create a positive emotional healing process for the client.
(406) 936-3380 View (406) 936-3380
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Serendipity Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101  (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Kristina Brakebush and I providing virtual counseling services in Montana. My ideal client for mental health therapy may be someone who has complex trauma, or someone who PTSD, anxiety, depression and grappling with stress, and desiring a safe place that is supportive to help explore emotions and their coping skills. They desire understanding, coping strategies, and a path toward emotional wellness, striving to enhance their overall quality of life and build resilience. I specialize in working with children through telehealth from ages 5 years old and up.
Welcome! My name is Kristina Brakebush and I providing virtual counseling services in Montana. My ideal client for mental health therapy may be someone who has complex trauma, or someone who PTSD, anxiety, depression and grappling with stress, and desiring a safe place that is supportive to help explore emotions and their coping skills. They desire understanding, coping strategies, and a path toward emotional wellness, striving to enhance their overall quality of life and build resilience. I specialize in working with children through telehealth from ages 5 years old and up.
(406) 946-5418 View (406) 946-5418
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Verna A Glassing
Counselor, MS, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
Working with individuals, families and systems to improve relationship and well-being as a trauma informed therapist. I am an EMDRIA Consultant and Certified therapist and utilize this for people who struggle with PTSD and trauma. I have a particular interest in working with Women's issues, life transitions and resiliency. A main focus is on our ability to overcome our life events and lived life future forward in a more resilient fashion.
Working with individuals, families and systems to improve relationship and well-being as a trauma informed therapist. I am an EMDRIA Consultant and Certified therapist and utilize this for people who struggle with PTSD and trauma. I have a particular interest in working with Women's issues, life transitions and resiliency. A main focus is on our ability to overcome our life events and lived life future forward in a more resilient fashion.
(406) 356-5419 View (406) 356-5419
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Lisa M Coate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
You don’t have to do this alone. Life can be challenging from irritating hurdles, anxiety/depression, to heart-wrenching events. Whatever you’re experiencing, know that myself and/or others are here to help you. You deserve to feel good about yourself and enjoy life to it’s fullest. Let’s get you back to feeling like your healthy wonderful self. Kudos for taking this first step toward healing and growth. You were meant for more!
You don’t have to do this alone. Life can be challenging from irritating hurdles, anxiety/depression, to heart-wrenching events. Whatever you’re experiencing, know that myself and/or others are here to help you. You deserve to feel good about yourself and enjoy life to it’s fullest. Let’s get you back to feeling like your healthy wonderful self. Kudos for taking this first step toward healing and growth. You were meant for more!
(406) 204-4604 View (406) 204-4604
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Marlayne Worthington
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
While we all strive to live a life full of joy, excitement, success and fulfillment, we all encounter times when our plans for ourselves get derailed. Some may struggle with relationships, mental illness, trauma, tragedy or life stage transitions. We all need some help during these times to help get back on the path to wellness and happiness. I believe that while these trials are difficult, they can also be used as stepping stones to help us become a better version of ourselves. How we face our challenges gives us the opportunity for personal growth. I would love to be the one to help you with that process.
While we all strive to live a life full of joy, excitement, success and fulfillment, we all encounter times when our plans for ourselves get derailed. Some may struggle with relationships, mental illness, trauma, tragedy or life stage transitions. We all need some help during these times to help get back on the path to wellness and happiness. I believe that while these trials are difficult, they can also be used as stepping stones to help us become a better version of ourselves. How we face our challenges gives us the opportunity for personal growth. I would love to be the one to help you with that process.
(406) 282-8018 View (406) 282-8018
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Mindful Montana Wellness, LLC
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, LPSC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59105
I specialize in adult women using Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Meditation, EMDR, Art Therapy, and others to provide you with skills and tools for managing your emotions and behaviors along with processing past traumas. I work with you to help you be able to change the way you think and feel so that you can live your best life. I have many years of experience working with female teenagers and adult women treating physical/sexual abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I am now only accepting adult women clients and have openings every other week on Monday afternoon, Tuesday and Wednesday Morning.
I specialize in adult women using Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Meditation, EMDR, Art Therapy, and others to provide you with skills and tools for managing your emotions and behaviors along with processing past traumas. I work with you to help you be able to change the way you think and feel so that you can live your best life. I have many years of experience working with female teenagers and adult women treating physical/sexual abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I am now only accepting adult women clients and have openings every other week on Monday afternoon, Tuesday and Wednesday Morning.
(406) 413-9904 View (406) 413-9904
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David Kobold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I enjoy working with clients with substance use problems. Working toward getting their lives back in their hands is the ultimate goal. I also enjoy working with grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. These types of issues can bring about disruptive life choices and circumstances. The goal would be to better deal with these issues and live a life of grace and serenity. I have also enjoyed working with couples to help identify communication barriers to becoming closer to one another.
I enjoy working with clients with substance use problems. Working toward getting their lives back in their hands is the ultimate goal. I also enjoy working with grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. These types of issues can bring about disruptive life choices and circumstances. The goal would be to better deal with these issues and live a life of grace and serenity. I have also enjoyed working with couples to help identify communication barriers to becoming closer to one another.
(406) 298-4888 View (406) 298-4888
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Dustin Lehman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
We have an innate need to be in relationship. It is the very foundation of what it is to be human. We need to experience love, reciprocity and fulfillment. A healthy relationship considers the needs of others, focuses on patience and kindness, maintains honesty and trustworthiness and is nurturing. I'm a therapist who works at helping my clients restore love and trust within their identity and among relationships by essentially helping them become their own therapist. Everyone experiences violations in relationships and it's when we're without a restoration process that we continue feeling pain.
We have an innate need to be in relationship. It is the very foundation of what it is to be human. We need to experience love, reciprocity and fulfillment. A healthy relationship considers the needs of others, focuses on patience and kindness, maintains honesty and trustworthiness and is nurturing. I'm a therapist who works at helping my clients restore love and trust within their identity and among relationships by essentially helping them become their own therapist. Everyone experiences violations in relationships and it's when we're without a restoration process that we continue feeling pain.
(406) 205-8619 View (406) 205-8619

Christian Therapists

Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?

Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.

Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?

Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.

How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?

Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.

Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?

While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.

Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?

The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.