Therapists in Montana

My passion is helping others on their road to self discovery. I have 8 years of experience, and have worked in a wide variety of settings with diverse clients of all ages. My goal is to provide a safe judgement free space for you to express your struggles and needs and work towards solutions. My practice is very client centered and I try to tailor sessions to meet the needs of each individual I see. I strive to provide support, understanding, and insight to help you on your journey to wellness. My goal to is to help you become the best individual you can be.

I am a relationship-oriented therapist striving to accept clients unconditionally wherever they are at in life. I believe (and research supports) therapy works best when client and therapist work together toward understanding the origins of dissatisfaction and finding freedom to truly be oneself. This process makes possible change that enhances the relationship with oneself and with others. I work with clients to develop greater openness to experience and greater capacity for the complexity of a richly lived life.

My passion is providing support and empowering others in their journey to the person they want to be. I believe in having a "good fit" and relationship with my clients, and them with me. I am dedicated to your success by focusing our relationship on compassion, empathy, respect and honesty as we work together in the healing process. I also believe change happens with practice and consistency. I also understand that what works for one, may not work for others, so I will work with you to find what strategies and supports work best for you.

Sometimes our life experiences have a way of causing an altered view of ourselves and the world around us. Trauma and grief can also cause us to disconnect from our lives and the people we love, leaving us feeling unsettled, anxious, and lost. My approach to counseling involves creating a safe space for my clients that supports self-exploration, understanding, and personal growth. My strength-based, trauma-informed practice draws primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness practices, and internal family systems. Together, we can define your goals and values, and explore who you truly are.

Each of us have deep-seeded value and deserve to be connected to our whole selves. Often, past experiences of trauma and suffering not only impact our beliefs, behaviors, and relationships, but disconnect us from ourselves. Discovering ourselves can be difficult, but it is an essential part of healing. Our capacity for growth and change is possible with understanding and compassion.

I want to bring hope to whatever situation you are facing. As we work together in individual or couples counseling, I will help facilitate healing, growth, and self-compassion. You may be stressed beyond your limits at home and/or work with our new world realities due to COVID-19. Maybe you are dealing with past or current trauma, or struggling in your relationships. You may find yourself facing grief and loss during this time as our losses have increased due to stay-at-home orders and new ways of living. Many are struggling with anxiety, depression, hopelessness, and feelings of loneliness as a result.

We at CMP Power of Healing Counseling and Treatment Center, LLC provide: mental health counseling, co-occurring disorders, addiction counseling or treatment for substance use disorder, pastoral counseling, spiritual counseling, porn addiction counseling, sex addiction counseling, sex offenders counseling, counseling for sex offenders, anger management counseling, domestic violence/abuse counseling, batterer intervention program: Duluth Model. We provide mediation to resolve disputes, conflict resolution, solution focused, the twelve steps and more. We offer bilingual counseling English-Spanish.

Whether you seek relatively brief help getting where you want to be, or lengthier, more comprehensive assistance as you learn to live with trauma and other challenges, I am here to walk with you and listen. I can help you develop the skills to live the healthier, happier life you desire. Treatment should be tailored to meet each individual’s unique background and circumstances. As such, I believe having a toolbox of approaches is critical. I am happy to explore other ideas that clients may bring to our encounters. Together, we will find the path that works best for you.

Unforseen or inevitable life circumstances can serve as sticking points, which can challenge even the most resilient person. Counseling can help. Counseling can bring what is underneath to the surface making way for insight, renewal, healing, and growth.

I work with adults, couples and teenagers. My approach is a blend of Family Systems Theory, cognitive behavioral therapy and positive psychology. I believe the quality of our lives is mostly determined by the quality of our relationships, so my work often involved teaching communication skills, resolving conflict and applying the new but vast amount of scientific research about relationships to your own lives. We can't control the events in our lives or our feelings, but we can control our behavior and thoughts. Counseling is learning to do just that. It's educational, inspiring and helpful in so many ways!

I work with people who have current and/or a history of substance misuse. I am passionate about creating a safe space for everyone to discover their authentic selves and work towards their goals. I enjoy helping people struggling with addiction develop adaptive coping skills to manage stress, increase self-esteem, improve relationships decrease or eliminate alcohol or drug use and enhance overall quality of life.

I hold an AS in Christian Ministry, a BS in Psychology with a Christian Counseling Specialization, and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have a private Christian counseling practice and am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. I see Christian counseling as a process where life issues are addressed holistically using a biopsychosocial-spiritual approach using a biblical worldview. This approach is one where Scripture and its principles are used as a guiding and foundational factor integrated within psychological treatment. However, I will not use a biblical approach with any counselee without prior consent.

Through a wealth of life experience, I bring to the session, knowledge and the ability to relate to others who are going through a challenging time. I focus on issues related to anxiety along with, depression, trauma, grief/bereavement, and life/transition issues. I have experience working with clients who feel lonely or are navigating through empty nest emotions.  I have worked with clients in many stages of adulthood to navigate the different nuances of life. My warm, compassionate, and direct approach can help support you as you explore past experiences, develop new skills, accept unwanted life events, and grow in new directions.

I am committed to offering clients my supportive and engaged presence. My approach is both intuitive and evidence-based, drawing on a diverse range of modalities. Our work together will be collaborative in order to cultivate support that is attuned to your specific needs. I am engaged in ongoing extensive trainings and consultation that incorporate critical advances in neuroscience, trauma and the mind-body connection in order to offer my clients the most effective interventions available.

Providing quality, flexible services to communities in Montana and Wyoming is at the forefront of my goals. I've worked in a variety of settings and levels of care including residential treatment facilities, therapeutic group homes, day treatment programs, mental health centers, community based services, school based services, in-home services, as a mentor and in a private practice. I meet with individuals, families or couples where they are at in the process of change. I encourage them to have a willingness to work on the issues they are facing. I believe in individualized treatment for all people.