Therapists in Montana

As a Contemplative Psychotherapist, I attune to the inherent wisdom of my clients. We get confused and disconnected from ourselves throughout life. The disconnect is not the problem - its the invitation to meet ourselves wholly and completely. Despite diagnoses like Anxiety, Depression and PTSD and the pain of those - there is an inner glimmer, suggesting that a different way is possible. Together we tend that inner glimmer and support you in feeling a deeper connection to your body, your mind, your spirit.
As a Contemplative Psychotherapist, I attune to the inherent wisdom of my clients. We get confused and disconnected from ourselves throughout life. The disconnect is not the problem - its the invitation to meet ourselves wholly and completely. Despite diagnoses like Anxiety, Depression and PTSD and the pain of those - there is an inner glimmer, suggesting that a different way is possible. Together we tend that inner glimmer and support you in feeling a deeper connection to your body, your mind, your spirit.

Anyone experiencing difficulties with addiction, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, men's issues, or relationship issues that realizes they could do better and desires support and encouragement would be an ideal client. Identifying your personal, highest values and beginning to live in service of those values is the goal. If you've made the step of searching for a therapist you already know that something isn't working and have made a step towards identifying and changing it. I believe you can and I would be honored to help.
Anyone experiencing difficulties with addiction, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, men's issues, or relationship issues that realizes they could do better and desires support and encouragement would be an ideal client. Identifying your personal, highest values and beginning to live in service of those values is the goal. If you've made the step of searching for a therapist you already know that something isn't working and have made a step towards identifying and changing it. I believe you can and I would be honored to help.

Kelly Buck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
Waitlist for new clients
Imagine living your best life! We all face challenges and difficulties in life. For some it is trauma, others experience chronic health issues, not to mention day-to-day stressors of society's unrealistic demands and expectations. No one goes through life without experiencing the struggle. Our time together is spent exploring what is in the gap between where you are and where you desire and hope to be. I guide individuals through the process to gain insight into what holds them back from realizing their goals.
Imagine living your best life! We all face challenges and difficulties in life. For some it is trauma, others experience chronic health issues, not to mention day-to-day stressors of society's unrealistic demands and expectations. No one goes through life without experiencing the struggle. Our time together is spent exploring what is in the gap between where you are and where you desire and hope to be. I guide individuals through the process to gain insight into what holds them back from realizing their goals.

I am the owner of Summit Healing Center and am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. Do you feel like things are unbalanced, unmanageable and overwhelming? I believe thru all of life's challenges and obstacles we have a potential hidden within us that with support, empathy and compassion we can achieve and sustain. I am committed to supporting you find balance and serenity in your life, while learning and growing to make life long changes. I have 7+ years as a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years in the helping profession.
I am the owner of Summit Healing Center and am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. Do you feel like things are unbalanced, unmanageable and overwhelming? I believe thru all of life's challenges and obstacles we have a potential hidden within us that with support, empathy and compassion we can achieve and sustain. I am committed to supporting you find balance and serenity in your life, while learning and growing to make life long changes. I have 7+ years as a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years in the helping profession.

Psychotherapy can be hard. At times, therapy can involve discussing aspects of your history that can feel uncomfortable. Sometimes this process can induce temporary feelings like grief, anger, or anxiety. My goal for our therapeutic relationship is to stay engaged in understanding and moving through your "stuff" in order for you to have good problem solving and good relationships. Your progress through these issues is not a race. We will work together to find the most effective way to improve the quality of your life with the least amount of disruption and distress.
Psychotherapy can be hard. At times, therapy can involve discussing aspects of your history that can feel uncomfortable. Sometimes this process can induce temporary feelings like grief, anger, or anxiety. My goal for our therapeutic relationship is to stay engaged in understanding and moving through your "stuff" in order for you to have good problem solving and good relationships. Your progress through these issues is not a race. We will work together to find the most effective way to improve the quality of your life with the least amount of disruption and distress.

Have you lost your sense of identity? Do you struggle to make decisions or even recognize what you want and need from moment to moment? Are you constantly overwhelmed with feelings of guilt, shame or paralysis? Recovering from narcissistic abuse can feel like an impossible journey. The manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional trauma often leave you questioning your sense of self and wondering if you’ll ever feel whole again. If you’ve been through the pain of narcissistic abuse, I’m here to support and empower you to rebuild your life and reclaim your personal strength.
Have you lost your sense of identity? Do you struggle to make decisions or even recognize what you want and need from moment to moment? Are you constantly overwhelmed with feelings of guilt, shame or paralysis? Recovering from narcissistic abuse can feel like an impossible journey. The manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional trauma often leave you questioning your sense of self and wondering if you’ll ever feel whole again. If you’ve been through the pain of narcissistic abuse, I’m here to support and empower you to rebuild your life and reclaim your personal strength.

I have experience working with clients who are navigating chronic pain, chronic illness, physical disabilities, addiction, grief, loss, religious trauma, ADHD, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I value learning from my clients and provide psychoeducation to build upon strengths that you already have.
I have experience working with clients who are navigating chronic pain, chronic illness, physical disabilities, addiction, grief, loss, religious trauma, ADHD, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I value learning from my clients and provide psychoeducation to build upon strengths that you already have.

Sometimes being a human sucks. Each of us faces our own set of problems in life and it can be hard to see a way forward when we are in the midst of them. While you are the only one who truly knows and can change your life, it can be helpful to have an outside person to guide the process. I believe the success of therapy lies in the relationship. My goal is to build a secure relationship that encourages you to take the hard steps but also offers a safe place to return. Through this relationship, we will create an environment to explore what is and is not working, identify negative patterns, and challenge unhelpful beliefs.
Sometimes being a human sucks. Each of us faces our own set of problems in life and it can be hard to see a way forward when we are in the midst of them. While you are the only one who truly knows and can change your life, it can be helpful to have an outside person to guide the process. I believe the success of therapy lies in the relationship. My goal is to build a secure relationship that encourages you to take the hard steps but also offers a safe place to return. Through this relationship, we will create an environment to explore what is and is not working, identify negative patterns, and challenge unhelpful beliefs.

Welcome! I am glad you are here and excited to meet you. I would be honored to work with you and offer the care and support you deserve. I strive to provide a supportive space to expand your inherent strengths toward wellness and resilience. I am excited to help build new skills and self-awareness to enhance your relationship with yourself and others. I foster a safe environment for all identities to bring their true selves to counseling, knowing that it can be an intimidating endeavor. The process can be fun though, and I'm excited to be there for it all.
Welcome! I am glad you are here and excited to meet you. I would be honored to work with you and offer the care and support you deserve. I strive to provide a supportive space to expand your inherent strengths toward wellness and resilience. I am excited to help build new skills and self-awareness to enhance your relationship with yourself and others. I foster a safe environment for all identities to bring their true selves to counseling, knowing that it can be an intimidating endeavor. The process can be fun though, and I'm excited to be there for it all.

Reaching out for support during challenging times can be difficult, especially when we feel overwhelmed or disconnected. Therapy can serve as a starting point for taking steps toward growth and healing. We must begin somewhere, and I believe we all have the capability to create change in our lives. I am honored to work with individuals who are ready to empower themselves and consciously cultivate something different. Together, we will be curious- exploring your past experiences, making sense of the present, and using your resilience and strengths to help you discover a unique path forward.
Reaching out for support during challenging times can be difficult, especially when we feel overwhelmed or disconnected. Therapy can serve as a starting point for taking steps toward growth and healing. We must begin somewhere, and I believe we all have the capability to create change in our lives. I am honored to work with individuals who are ready to empower themselves and consciously cultivate something different. Together, we will be curious- exploring your past experiences, making sense of the present, and using your resilience and strengths to help you discover a unique path forward.

At The Roots, I believe true healing happens when we address the deeper issues beneath the symptoms we experience. As an addiction and mental health counselor, I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where individuals can feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore their struggles. Whether you’re facing addiction, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or emotional distress, my goal is to help you uncover the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and work toward meaningful change.
I recognize that addiction is often a coping mechanism—a way to manage underlying pain, trauma, or unmet emotional needs. Together, we can explore
At The Roots, I believe true healing happens when we address the deeper issues beneath the symptoms we experience. As an addiction and mental health counselor, I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where individuals can feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore their struggles. Whether you’re facing addiction, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or emotional distress, my goal is to help you uncover the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and work toward meaningful change.
I recognize that addiction is often a coping mechanism—a way to manage underlying pain, trauma, or unmet emotional needs. Together, we can explore

Are you or your teen struggling with trauma, anxiety, or life transitions? I specialize in helping youth, adolescents, and young adults find hope and healing—even when things feel overwhelming. As a trauma therapist with over 12 years of experience (and a background as a pastor and chaplain), I offer a welcoming, inclusive space for all identities and backgrounds.
Are you or your teen struggling with trauma, anxiety, or life transitions? I specialize in helping youth, adolescents, and young adults find hope and healing—even when things feel overwhelming. As a trauma therapist with over 12 years of experience (and a background as a pastor and chaplain), I offer a welcoming, inclusive space for all identities and backgrounds.

Sarah Marsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWLC
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59715
Waitlist for new clients
Afternoon and evening sessions open for summer! I specialize in supporting family dynamics and attachment challenges. Many times, parents and children experience disruptions in their attachment, leading to changes in their family dynamics that can have a profound impact on their physical and mental health. The primary goal of our sessions is to reestablish more secure family patterns where attachment and caregiving responses become more effective and emotional bonds are repaired. My mission is to help families thrive by providing the tools and guidance necessary to build strong, lasting connections that foster overall well-being.
Afternoon and evening sessions open for summer! I specialize in supporting family dynamics and attachment challenges. Many times, parents and children experience disruptions in their attachment, leading to changes in their family dynamics that can have a profound impact on their physical and mental health. The primary goal of our sessions is to reestablish more secure family patterns where attachment and caregiving responses become more effective and emotional bonds are repaired. My mission is to help families thrive by providing the tools and guidance necessary to build strong, lasting connections that foster overall well-being.

Providence reimagines what traditional therapy looks like for individuals and families. By meeting clients where they are comfortable; be it a local park, fishing, for coffee, via telehealth, taking a walk, or even at the schools, Providence clinicians eliminate some of the barriers to therapy that many clients face. This approach supports individuals in developing new skills for managing emotions, reinforces existing strengths, builds self-confidence, and fosters healthier connections in relationships.
Providence reimagines what traditional therapy looks like for individuals and families. By meeting clients where they are comfortable; be it a local park, fishing, for coffee, via telehealth, taking a walk, or even at the schools, Providence clinicians eliminate some of the barriers to therapy that many clients face. This approach supports individuals in developing new skills for managing emotions, reinforces existing strengths, builds self-confidence, and fosters healthier connections in relationships.

Hi, my name is Lori Sanders, and I am a LMFT in both Montana and Idaho. My services include individual counseling, couple's counseling and family counseling. We all live with and/or parent with patterns and behaviors that stem from years and years of life experiences, some healthy and some not so healthy. These patterns can affect present day functioning within your personal, professional and relational life. You may have anxiety, the need to control, choose friends or partners that do not serve you, parent as your parent did...as just a few examples.
Hi, my name is Lori Sanders, and I am a LMFT in both Montana and Idaho. My services include individual counseling, couple's counseling and family counseling. We all live with and/or parent with patterns and behaviors that stem from years and years of life experiences, some healthy and some not so healthy. These patterns can affect present day functioning within your personal, professional and relational life. You may have anxiety, the need to control, choose friends or partners that do not serve you, parent as your parent did...as just a few examples.

I work with individuals, children, and families. I became a therapist to help people navigate through difficult experiences in life and to help make positive choices in order to live a healthier, happier life. I am commitment to helping my clients find solutions to real life issues. My areas of specialty include parenting education, anxiety and depression, oppositional and defiant behaviors, trauma, anger, and family therapy.
I work with individuals, children, and families. I became a therapist to help people navigate through difficult experiences in life and to help make positive choices in order to live a healthier, happier life. I am commitment to helping my clients find solutions to real life issues. My areas of specialty include parenting education, anxiety and depression, oppositional and defiant behaviors, trauma, anger, and family therapy.

I am skilled at working with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, domestic violence and trauma. Through my strength based approach, I believe in engaging people in the process of positive change to achieve the goals they have set for themselves.
I am skilled at working with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, domestic violence and trauma. Through my strength based approach, I believe in engaging people in the process of positive change to achieve the goals they have set for themselves.

I believe that everyone has within them the capacity for growth and profound strength. However, sometimes we find ourselves stuck in problematic patterns without the insight or support we need to free ourselves. One of the greatest honors of my lifetime is the ongoing opportunity I have to walk alongside my clients as they both deepen their understanding of themselves and rewrite their stories to ones of strength, self-compassion and empowerment.
I believe that everyone has within them the capacity for growth and profound strength. However, sometimes we find ourselves stuck in problematic patterns without the insight or support we need to free ourselves. One of the greatest honors of my lifetime is the ongoing opportunity I have to walk alongside my clients as they both deepen their understanding of themselves and rewrite their stories to ones of strength, self-compassion and empowerment.

I work with couples, and one:one with children and adults. Children who are dealing with life adjustment issues such as when parents get divorced or with school. Adults who struggle with self-actualization and/or with self-esteem issues and blocks that are holding them back from achieving their dreams/life goals. Couples who have lost motivation or are struggling to experience joy and validation inside their relationship. Professional athletes/performers struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and/or depletion.
I work with couples, and one:one with children and adults. Children who are dealing with life adjustment issues such as when parents get divorced or with school. Adults who struggle with self-actualization and/or with self-esteem issues and blocks that are holding them back from achieving their dreams/life goals. Couples who have lost motivation or are struggling to experience joy and validation inside their relationship. Professional athletes/performers struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and/or depletion.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in Montana who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Self Esteem |
68% | Stress |
67% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
76% | Allegiance |
74% | PacificSource |
How Therapists in Montana see their clients
80% | In Person and Online | |
20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Montana?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.