Therapists in Billings, MT
Kelly Krings-Lunder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
Waitlist for new clients
I am committed to meeting YOUR needs! It is an incredibly brave thing to admit when we are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, are vulnerable, stuck, or just want someone to listen. When you work with Bridges, you are in a safe space where you will not be judged! Children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families are all welcome at Bridges. I offer therapies to suit every need, and I enjoy working with people who are ready for change. Bridges offers HIPAA compliant Telemedicine, therefore serving ALL MT communities. The physical office is located in Billings. Let’s get you from where you are to where you want to be!
I am committed to meeting YOUR needs! It is an incredibly brave thing to admit when we are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, are vulnerable, stuck, or just want someone to listen. When you work with Bridges, you are in a safe space where you will not be judged! Children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families are all welcome at Bridges. I offer therapies to suit every need, and I enjoy working with people who are ready for change. Bridges offers HIPAA compliant Telemedicine, therefore serving ALL MT communities. The physical office is located in Billings. Let’s get you from where you are to where you want to be!
Ashley Bennett
PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
Are you struggling in your role as a parent? Does your child have a need that you are not sure how to meet? Are you having difficulty coparenting? Have you tried to bring harmony to your family and nothing is working? You may need an expert with over a decade of experience in partnering with parents to help them understand and help their child's developmental, behavioral, and educational needs. My goal as a Behavior Analyst (MT & AZ) and Child and Family Coach is to help you build robust parenting skills that will help strengthen your family unit.
Are you struggling in your role as a parent? Does your child have a need that you are not sure how to meet? Are you having difficulty coparenting? Have you tried to bring harmony to your family and nothing is working? You may need an expert with over a decade of experience in partnering with parents to help them understand and help their child's developmental, behavioral, and educational needs. My goal as a Behavior Analyst (MT & AZ) and Child and Family Coach is to help you build robust parenting skills that will help strengthen your family unit.
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Compassion Focused Therapists
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.