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Welcome to the beginning of your healing journey, whether it’s for yourself, your child, or your family. As a licensed psychotherapist with extensive training in trauma, PTSD, attachment, body image, mood disorders, and anxiety, I am committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore the complexities of your life and relationships. My approach combines the empowering principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and attachment theory from a strengths-based perspective.
Welcome to the beginning of your healing journey, whether it’s for yourself, your child, or your family. As a licensed psychotherapist with extensive training in trauma, PTSD, attachment, body image, mood disorders, and anxiety, I am committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore the complexities of your life and relationships. My approach combines the empowering principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and attachment theory from a strengths-based perspective.
I graduated from the University of Wyoming, and I have been licensed for 6 years, but I have worked in the Mental Health field for over 10 years. My work is my passion. My commitment to you is to show up fully prepared and keep an open mind as I support you in finding your own path and writing your own story. I have experience in helping clients process traumatic experiences, and navigate family conflicts, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and anger management. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for taking this risk and giving it a try.
I graduated from the University of Wyoming, and I have been licensed for 6 years, but I have worked in the Mental Health field for over 10 years. My work is my passion. My commitment to you is to show up fully prepared and keep an open mind as I support you in finding your own path and writing your own story. I have experience in helping clients process traumatic experiences, and navigate family conflicts, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and anger management. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for taking this risk and giving it a try.
Not all people are alike so I tailor my treatment to the individual(s) including family work.
I want to help others because I care about people, and I love what I do for that very reason. I, and if you would like my therapy canine Ronin, are excited to meet and work with you to help you achieve your goals. I received my Masters of Social Work in 2014 and I am licensed to practice with my LCSW. I specialize in cognitive/thought processes as well as behavioral issues.
Not all people are alike so I tailor my treatment to the individual(s) including family work.
I want to help others because I care about people, and I love what I do for that very reason. I, and if you would like my therapy canine Ronin, are excited to meet and work with you to help you achieve your goals. I received my Masters of Social Work in 2014 and I am licensed to practice with my LCSW. I specialize in cognitive/thought processes as well as behavioral issues.
Dr. Stephanie Paidas
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
Waitlist for new clients
Paidas works with teens and adults in individual, couples, or family sessions held in a relaxing and confidential office atmosphere in Whitefish.
Healing and wholeness are possible for you (yes- you!), and Dr. Stephanie Paidas at Natural Transformations can help. Stephanie has worked in various therapeutic roles since 1995, addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, illness, family conflict, and supporting people through life transitions and difficult times. Together, we'll explore your experiences, symptoms, thoughts, emotions, and relationships to best understand and support your growth and healing. Our sessions can help you to cultivate the life you long to live with healthy coping and relationships alongside self-love and acceptance.
Paidas works with teens and adults in individual, couples, or family sessions held in a relaxing and confidential office atmosphere in Whitefish.
Healing and wholeness are possible for you (yes- you!), and Dr. Stephanie Paidas at Natural Transformations can help. Stephanie has worked in various therapeutic roles since 1995, addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, illness, family conflict, and supporting people through life transitions and difficult times. Together, we'll explore your experiences, symptoms, thoughts, emotions, and relationships to best understand and support your growth and healing. Our sessions can help you to cultivate the life you long to live with healthy coping and relationships alongside self-love and acceptance.
Coyote Fairbank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901 (Online Only)
Currently I am taking online client's only. I am licensed in both Montana and Idaho. I specialize in helping adults address a range of issues. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples and family therapy. I use a client-centered, strength based approach to establish a trusting relationship to identify the issues most important to you. My experience has been diverse with history working in boarding and public schools. Wilderness therapy, Primary Care clinics and outpatient therapy. I work with depression, grief, trauma work and career issues, stress management and relational problems.
Currently I am taking online client's only. I am licensed in both Montana and Idaho. I specialize in helping adults address a range of issues. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples and family therapy. I use a client-centered, strength based approach to establish a trusting relationship to identify the issues most important to you. My experience has been diverse with history working in boarding and public schools. Wilderness therapy, Primary Care clinics and outpatient therapy. I work with depression, grief, trauma work and career issues, stress management and relational problems.
Samuel Harkness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWLC
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with children and adults at all stages of life, and specialize in adolescence, early adulthood, parents and family work. Perhaps you are a young person struggling to meet the expectations of those around you or to figure out who you are and where you fit in. Maybe you are a parent finding yourself slipping as you navigate the challenges of raising children with complex needs in addition to your own responsibilities. You might be falling into unhealthy habits, losing focus or in acute crisis. I specialize in issues related to depression, anxiety, identity, transitions, trauma, family systems and personality disorders.
I enjoy working with children and adults at all stages of life, and specialize in adolescence, early adulthood, parents and family work. Perhaps you are a young person struggling to meet the expectations of those around you or to figure out who you are and where you fit in. Maybe you are a parent finding yourself slipping as you navigate the challenges of raising children with complex needs in addition to your own responsibilities. You might be falling into unhealthy habits, losing focus or in acute crisis. I specialize in issues related to depression, anxiety, identity, transitions, trauma, family systems and personality disorders.
I work with children, teens and adults across the lifespan providing individual, couples and family therapy, psychological assessment and consultation. My overall mission is to help clients to 1) understand, articulate, and negotiate their particular challenges such that they can cope and overcome; and 2) identify and achieve their personal goals and live congruently with their values and aspirations. I have worked in private, school and medical settings in urban and rural parts of the country including Los Angeles, Chicago, Arizona and Indiana. I am happy to offer services in my new adopted home, Northwest Montana.
I work with children, teens and adults across the lifespan providing individual, couples and family therapy, psychological assessment and consultation. My overall mission is to help clients to 1) understand, articulate, and negotiate their particular challenges such that they can cope and overcome; and 2) identify and achieve their personal goals and live congruently with their values and aspirations. I have worked in private, school and medical settings in urban and rural parts of the country including Los Angeles, Chicago, Arizona and Indiana. I am happy to offer services in my new adopted home, Northwest Montana.
With specialized training in child-centered play therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and internal family systems, I bring a diverse skill set to my practice.
I am particularly drawn to working with children, teens, and adults, recognizing the importance of addressing mental health challenges at every stage of life. Whether it's creating a safe space for children to express themselves through play, guiding teens through the complexities of adolescence, or helping adults navigate life's obstacles, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support.
With specialized training in child-centered play therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and internal family systems, I bring a diverse skill set to my practice.
I am particularly drawn to working with children, teens, and adults, recognizing the importance of addressing mental health challenges at every stage of life. Whether it's creating a safe space for children to express themselves through play, guiding teens through the complexities of adolescence, or helping adults navigate life's obstacles, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support.
Kimbra M Buerschaper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
I consider all aspects of a person's life such as physical health, finances, family dynamics, diversity, childhood, employment, spirituality and living situation as well as larger scale influences such as society, socioeconomic class, laws and public health.
I do this work because I enjoy getting to know you as you learn about yourself. At the end of the day, you know yourself better than I ever will. It isn't my job to fix anybody and we're all fallible humans anyways. My job is to be there with you and support you in moving towards your goals, whatever those may be. My goal is to create a safe space for talking about difficult things. My therapy dog also helps to make the space comfortable and relaxing.
I consider all aspects of a person's life such as physical health, finances, family dynamics, diversity, childhood, employment, spirituality and living situation as well as larger scale influences such as society, socioeconomic class, laws and public health.
I do this work because I enjoy getting to know you as you learn about yourself. At the end of the day, you know yourself better than I ever will. It isn't my job to fix anybody and we're all fallible humans anyways. My job is to be there with you and support you in moving towards your goals, whatever those may be. My goal is to create a safe space for talking about difficult things. My therapy dog also helps to make the space comfortable and relaxing.
,Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Specialties include: Abuse,Anger, Assertiveness,Depression,Disability;
Family issues,Grief and Loss,Loneliness, Marriage and Family; Individual Therapy.
Discover your life's destiny of grace. Accomplish the marriage transformation you seek. Acquire the communication skills and relationship answers you need. Fulfill the purpose you and your marriage were created for.
Where there is pain you will find joy where there is despair hope and where there is darkness light. We look forward to serving you and extending the master's touch.
Our love for Christ as a husband and wife counseling team is complemented by a passion for helping men, women and children in need.
,Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Specialties include: Abuse,Anger, Assertiveness,Depression,Disability;
Family issues,Grief and Loss,Loneliness, Marriage and Family; Individual Therapy.
Discover your life's destiny of grace. Accomplish the marriage transformation you seek. Acquire the communication skills and relationship answers you need. Fulfill the purpose you and your marriage were created for.
Where there is pain you will find joy where there is despair hope and where there is darkness light. We look forward to serving you and extending the master's touch.
Our love for Christ as a husband and wife counseling team is complemented by a passion for helping men, women and children in need.
If your child is a preteen or teen, the principles of No-Drama Discipline and Family Systems Trauma Therapy can help you create a healthy, joyful, and calmer family environment.
Note: I am currently taking new individual or couples clients for telehealth only. Please visit my web site www.bigskyfamilytherapy.com for more information.
If your child is a preteen or teen, the principles of No-Drama Discipline and Family Systems Trauma Therapy can help you create a healthy, joyful, and calmer family environment.
Note: I am currently taking new individual or couples clients for telehealth only. Please visit my web site www.bigskyfamilytherapy.com for more information.
I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults, both as individuals or as couples, as well as facilitating family therapy.
Over the past ten years of my professional life, I have worked with individuals and their families to achieve a sense of well being, increase agency and reduce distress. With a holistic view of each client, I offer a trauma-informed, person-centered approach that allows me to meet the needs of a wide variety of individuals and families. I am committed to meeting clients where they are and working tirelessly to create a real therapeutic relationship that is non-judgemental, safe and authentic.
I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults, both as individuals or as couples, as well as facilitating family therapy.
Over the past ten years of my professional life, I have worked with individuals and their families to achieve a sense of well being, increase agency and reduce distress. With a holistic view of each client, I offer a trauma-informed, person-centered approach that allows me to meet the needs of a wide variety of individuals and families. I am committed to meeting clients where they are and working tirelessly to create a real therapeutic relationship that is non-judgemental, safe and authentic.
Sensible Therapy and Wellness - Shaunda Wenger
Counselor, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
I will meet you where you are at and assist you in exploring choices in your journey to become your best self or more connected with your partner(s) or family.
Let me support you individually (your child/ teen), with your partner(s), or as a family as you heal and grow. Life presents us with ongoing challenges; relationships, careers, families, raising children, medical issues, trauma, grief. These can add up to emotional stressors with behavioral reactions making it difficult to function as people in our various relationships and settings. When we become unaware of our emotional state and ignore self-care, emotionally, physically, spiritually, we may become stuck and are unable to function at a level that is our best selves. I will meet you, your child, or your family where you're at.
I will meet you where you are at and assist you in exploring choices in your journey to become your best self or more connected with your partner(s) or family.
Let me support you individually (your child/ teen), with your partner(s), or as a family as you heal and grow. Life presents us with ongoing challenges; relationships, careers, families, raising children, medical issues, trauma, grief. These can add up to emotional stressors with behavioral reactions making it difficult to function as people in our various relationships and settings. When we become unaware of our emotional state and ignore self-care, emotionally, physically, spiritually, we may become stuck and are unable to function at a level that is our best selves. I will meet you, your child, or your family where you're at.
My focus is on tweens to adult who are struggling with anxiety, low confidence, PTSD, family dysfunction, enabling or codependency and relational trauma.
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts such as, who am I and where do I belong, what will happen next. Are you overwhelmed trying to understand your emotions and boundaries? I help decrease toxic relationships and thoughts, understand triggers and deepen insight and awareness of values and needs. My clients work on healthy boundaries and emotional awareness with 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.
My focus is on tweens to adult who are struggling with anxiety, low confidence, PTSD, family dysfunction, enabling or codependency and relational trauma.
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts such as, who am I and where do I belong, what will happen next. Are you overwhelmed trying to understand your emotions and boundaries? I help decrease toxic relationships and thoughts, understand triggers and deepen insight and awareness of values and needs. My clients work on healthy boundaries and emotional awareness with 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.
Jp Prettybull
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, SWLC
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901 (Online Only)
In order to help people build the lives they want to lead, I use a wide range of evidence based approaches, drawing heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy.
Currently taking new clients. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ptsd, and other challenges. My focus has been on ensuring that effective therapy is available for individuals, families, and adolescents from all walks of life. As a white-passing, enrolled member of the Ponca tribe who has spent 8 years in the US Army and identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community, I understand some of the lived experiences that often leave people feeling misunderstood and disconnected from the people around them, and I understand how to guide you through many ways we can move you toward a healthier, more satisfying life.
In order to help people build the lives they want to lead, I use a wide range of evidence based approaches, drawing heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy.
Currently taking new clients. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ptsd, and other challenges. My focus has been on ensuring that effective therapy is available for individuals, families, and adolescents from all walks of life. As a white-passing, enrolled member of the Ponca tribe who has spent 8 years in the US Army and identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community, I understand some of the lived experiences that often leave people feeling misunderstood and disconnected from the people around them, and I understand how to guide you through many ways we can move you toward a healthier, more satisfying life.
Joe Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901 (Online Only)
Before going into private practice in 2002, I had twelve years of direct psychiatric and substance abuse provider service from 1989-2001, I provided inpatient and outpatient therapy services to family and individuals dealing with psychiatric disorders and substance abuse issues.
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."
Before going into private practice in 2002, I had twelve years of direct psychiatric and substance abuse provider service from 1989-2001, I provided inpatient and outpatient therapy services to family and individuals dealing with psychiatric disorders and substance abuse issues.
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."
Chrissy Boysen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
Feel free to call if you think therapeutic services could be helpful for you or your family.
Chrissy Boysen is a licensed therapist who has been providing therapeutic services in the Flathead Valley for the past 20 years. She has experience treating adults and adolescents who are struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and family conflict. In her private practice, Chrissy works with individuals and families who are experiencing a range of emotional and mental health issues. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques in her practice and works alongside clients to find relief from their present difficulties and gain greater confidence in themselves.
Feel free to call if you think therapeutic services could be helpful for you or your family.
Chrissy Boysen is a licensed therapist who has been providing therapeutic services in the Flathead Valley for the past 20 years. She has experience treating adults and adolescents who are struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and family conflict. In her private practice, Chrissy works with individuals and families who are experiencing a range of emotional and mental health issues. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques in her practice and works alongside clients to find relief from their present difficulties and gain greater confidence in themselves.
Most commonly the clients I work with are dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD/learning issues, peer or family relational problems, low self esteem and trauma.
My area of focus and specialty has been with adolescents. Through working with teens I inevitably work with their parents and I'm comfortable working with adults as well on their own issues. I can also be a guiding hand to help them improve their parenting skills with a Love and Logic approach. I'm experienced with complicated family systems and truly believe that creating change for a teen requires work from the entire family to help support that change. Teens are malleable and are very capable of change if given the proper support.
Most commonly the clients I work with are dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD/learning issues, peer or family relational problems, low self esteem and trauma.
My area of focus and specialty has been with adolescents. Through working with teens I inevitably work with their parents and I'm comfortable working with adults as well on their own issues. I can also be a guiding hand to help them improve their parenting skills with a Love and Logic approach. I'm experienced with complicated family systems and truly believe that creating change for a teen requires work from the entire family to help support that change. Teens are malleable and are very capable of change if given the proper support.
I offer individual and family therapy and use cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral techniques, EMDR, and mindfulness to help work through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD challenges, and behavioral difficulties.
At Rugged Terrain Mental Health, my focus is on clients ages 12 through adulthood dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and challenges with peers. I primarily use trauma therapy (EMDR), cognitive behavioral techniques, and work to improve coping skills.
I offer individual and family therapy and use cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral techniques, EMDR, and mindfulness to help work through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD challenges, and behavioral difficulties.
At Rugged Terrain Mental Health, my focus is on clients ages 12 through adulthood dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and challenges with peers. I primarily use trauma therapy (EMDR), cognitive behavioral techniques, and work to improve coping skills.
James Hyman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
These challenging times are an excellent time to focus within, on family, and couples work. My role as a therapist is strongly influenced by my experience as a husband and father. My approach is practical, sincere, strength-based and gentle, but challenging. With 18+ years experience, I provide therapy for adults, couples, teens and families. I excel in work with mood disorders, relationships, and trauma resiliency. I believe therapy includes both psychological and spiritual wholeness, which I strive to support in those from all walks of life.
These challenging times are an excellent time to focus within, on family, and couples work. My role as a therapist is strongly influenced by my experience as a husband and father. My approach is practical, sincere, strength-based and gentle, but challenging. With 18+ years experience, I provide therapy for adults, couples, teens and families. I excel in work with mood disorders, relationships, and trauma resiliency. I believe therapy includes both psychological and spiritual wholeness, which I strive to support in those from all walks of life.
Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.