Therapists in Montana
Psychotherapy Practice Kirsten Burkart PLLC
Counselor, MS, LCPC, PP, DPsych
Verified Verified
Bozeman, MT 59718
If you can't sleep or eat well, experience anxiety, feel down, feel on the edge, feel irritable, have a loss in interest, are socially withdrawn, have anger issues, feel inadequate, have nightmares, have somatic issues, have flashbacks or intrusions, feel hopeless, etc.
Therapy is about you! I am here to help you understand yourself, develop coping skills and strategies to help yourself. My job is best done when you do not need to see me anymore. Extensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and EMDR my approach is nevertheless holistic, and strength based in nature. I do not see the mind, body and environmental influences as separable from each other. Therefore, when appropriate, I also use interventions from other evidence-based therapy approaches I am trained in.
If you can't sleep or eat well, experience anxiety, feel down, feel on the edge, feel irritable, have a loss in interest, are socially withdrawn, have anger issues, feel inadequate, have nightmares, have somatic issues, have flashbacks or intrusions, feel hopeless, etc.
Therapy is about you! I am here to help you understand yourself, develop coping skills and strategies to help yourself. My job is best done when you do not need to see me anymore. Extensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and EMDR my approach is nevertheless holistic, and strength based in nature. I do not see the mind, body and environmental influences as separable from each other. Therefore, when appropriate, I also use interventions from other evidence-based therapy approaches I am trained in.
Life is unpredictable with many challenges and changes that occur to us all. Some changes are simply difficult to transition and manage. No one has to do it alone. Connecting with a trained therapist is not only helpful and comforting it's often necessary. By offering a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental environment, I offer support and guide my clients through their unique experiences in order to achieve a state of mind beyond the pain and difficulty.Contact me If you're looking for support and guidance through life's challenges or simply seeking to improve the quality of your life.
Life is unpredictable with many challenges and changes that occur to us all. Some changes are simply difficult to transition and manage. No one has to do it alone. Connecting with a trained therapist is not only helpful and comforting it's often necessary. By offering a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental environment, I offer support and guide my clients through their unique experiences in order to achieve a state of mind beyond the pain and difficulty.Contact me If you're looking for support and guidance through life's challenges or simply seeking to improve the quality of your life.
I help a lot of folks who are going through a change and want help adjusting to their new reality. Others want to make a change, but old habits and patterns, like streaming a series online or playing a game on your phone, are getting in the way of their goals. Let's find out what those barriers are and help you build a purposeful and fulfilling life. I’m taking new clients for teletherapy appointments and have availability in the mornings (between 6 AM - 1 PM). I accept most insurance policies and self-pay, but unfortunately, I cannot accept anyone covered by MT Medicaid.
I help a lot of folks who are going through a change and want help adjusting to their new reality. Others want to make a change, but old habits and patterns, like streaming a series online or playing a game on your phone, are getting in the way of their goals. Let's find out what those barriers are and help you build a purposeful and fulfilling life. I’m taking new clients for teletherapy appointments and have availability in the mornings (between 6 AM - 1 PM). I accept most insurance policies and self-pay, but unfortunately, I cannot accept anyone covered by MT Medicaid.
Andrew has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. Andrew's heart and passion is to help people clarify the immense confusion which can arise when they enter their internal worlds. So often we avoid looking at what is inside for fear that it will distress, sadden, or overwhelm us. I believe my job as a Counselor is to help you to discover, understand, and accept what is there, and to help you make sense of the process and the outcome, and ultimately, to find peace.
Andrew has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. Andrew's heart and passion is to help people clarify the immense confusion which can arise when they enter their internal worlds. So often we avoid looking at what is inside for fear that it will distress, sadden, or overwhelm us. I believe my job as a Counselor is to help you to discover, understand, and accept what is there, and to help you make sense of the process and the outcome, and ultimately, to find peace.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.