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Nikki Schrimper-Randles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59802
I am an attachment-based therapist.
I truly enjoy getting to know my clients and supporting them along life's journey. I strive to always provide a safe, honest, kind, and non-judgmental space. A space where individuals and families can identify their needs, feelings, hopes, and aspirations. It is a magical feeling to watch people find their voice, grow, and reach their goals! Treatment will always be tailored to focus on the strengths and needs of each client. Together, we will explore and utilize evidenced-based interventions that will help you develop communication skills, a sense of self, and healthy relationships.
I am an attachment-based therapist.
I truly enjoy getting to know my clients and supporting them along life's journey. I strive to always provide a safe, honest, kind, and non-judgmental space. A space where individuals and families can identify their needs, feelings, hopes, and aspirations. It is a magical feeling to watch people find their voice, grow, and reach their goals! Treatment will always be tailored to focus on the strengths and needs of each client. Together, we will explore and utilize evidenced-based interventions that will help you develop communication skills, a sense of self, and healthy relationships.
(406) 660-3150 View (406) 660-3150
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Abbe McClenahan
Counselor, MA, MBA, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitefish, MT 59937
Do you need support to improve your mental and emotional state of being? I am honest, loving, direct and non-judgmental; with a calling to help others by bringing awareness to what is causing mental suffering to facilitate healing. Services offered include a blend of various therapeutic modalities. One size does not fit all and I work uniquely with each client based on their specific need, emotional and psychological ailment, and temperament. Play therapy techniques are utilized when working with children. I am professionally trained in Somatic therapy used in treating trauma/PTSD and mindfulness techniques for stress reduction.
Do you need support to improve your mental and emotional state of being? I am honest, loving, direct and non-judgmental; with a calling to help others by bringing awareness to what is causing mental suffering to facilitate healing. Services offered include a blend of various therapeutic modalities. One size does not fit all and I work uniquely with each client based on their specific need, emotional and psychological ailment, and temperament. Play therapy techniques are utilized when working with children. I am professionally trained in Somatic therapy used in treating trauma/PTSD and mindfulness techniques for stress reduction.
(406) 612-1293 View (406) 612-1293
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Megan L Driskill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59802
I am an attachment-based clinician, believing that a strong therapeutic relationship can be the foundation for extraordinary change.
I am passionate about helping others make the changes they want to see in their lives. My practice is person-centered and strengths-based, offering a safe, open space, free of judgement, to explore your world-your thoughts, feelings, choices, and relationships. I truly believe that all people have the ability to grow and heal, even in the darkest of our times. Working together, we can discover your strengths, build skills, and overcome obstacles for you to find fulfillment and achieve your goals. "It is never too late to be what you might have been!" --George Eliot
I am an attachment-based clinician, believing that a strong therapeutic relationship can be the foundation for extraordinary change.
I am passionate about helping others make the changes they want to see in their lives. My practice is person-centered and strengths-based, offering a safe, open space, free of judgement, to explore your world-your thoughts, feelings, choices, and relationships. I truly believe that all people have the ability to grow and heal, even in the darkest of our times. Working together, we can discover your strengths, build skills, and overcome obstacles for you to find fulfillment and achieve your goals. "It is never too late to be what you might have been!" --George Eliot
(406) 359-6305 View (406) 359-6305
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Tristen Valentino
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Butte, MT 59701
Waitlist for new clients
Open, honest, and caring, Tristen brings his passion for healing and growth to every session. Tristen believes that the challenges we face in our lives are obstacles to be overcome, and can provide opportunities for growth. He strives to empower his clients with the skills and tools necessary for them to reach their highest potential, and achieve their most ambitious goals. Tristen believes that much of the distress and dysfunction we experience in our lives stem from suppressed and/or ineffectively expressed emotions. He works to build strong, safe relationships with his clients so that they can explore their emotions.
Open, honest, and caring, Tristen brings his passion for healing and growth to every session. Tristen believes that the challenges we face in our lives are obstacles to be overcome, and can provide opportunities for growth. He strives to empower his clients with the skills and tools necessary for them to reach their highest potential, and achieve their most ambitious goals. Tristen believes that much of the distress and dysfunction we experience in our lives stem from suppressed and/or ineffectively expressed emotions. He works to build strong, safe relationships with his clients so that they can explore their emotions.
(406) 804-6969 View (406) 804-6969
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Eve Benson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
I have worked in Mental Health for over 24 years, and I am passionate about empowering my clients. I have experience working with individuals and families through all stages of life. I particularly enjoy working with the LGBTQ community and senior citizens.
I have worked in Mental Health for over 24 years, and I am passionate about empowering my clients. I have experience working with individuals and families through all stages of life. I particularly enjoy working with the LGBTQ community and senior citizens.
(406) 345-6257 View (406) 345-6257
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Dale Adi Lee
Counselor, EdS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
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.
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.
(406) 823-0917 View (406) 823-0917
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Jami Eaton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bozeman, MT 59715
You are looking to improve overall well-being, balance, and peace of mind. I want to encourage you to trust the counseling process with me and find hope again. I am a trained mental health provider who works with individuals who are feeling mentally and emotionally exhausted and in need of healing. I will help you gain insight and victory over old patterns that keep you stuck. I am also an in-training Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) who specializes in teaching clients to effectively regulate their nervous system to manage anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, trauma, PTSD, grief/loss and divorce.
You are looking to improve overall well-being, balance, and peace of mind. I want to encourage you to trust the counseling process with me and find hope again. I am a trained mental health provider who works with individuals who are feeling mentally and emotionally exhausted and in need of healing. I will help you gain insight and victory over old patterns that keep you stuck. I am also an in-training Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) who specializes in teaching clients to effectively regulate their nervous system to manage anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, trauma, PTSD, grief/loss and divorce.
(406) 295-8456 View (406) 295-8456
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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.
(406) 296-4679 View (406) 296-4679
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Sara Curtin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59802
Life is difficult to navigate in the best of circumstances. We often carry with us a past that influences how we interact with others, our perception of the way others interact with us, and the patterns we form in our relationships. You do not have to navigate these waters alone. Therapy can help support your individual, family and relationship goals. I understand it takes courage to ask for help and I want to make the process easy for you.
Life is difficult to navigate in the best of circumstances. We often carry with us a past that influences how we interact with others, our perception of the way others interact with us, and the patterns we form in our relationships. You do not have to navigate these waters alone. Therapy can help support your individual, family and relationship goals. I understand it takes courage to ask for help and I want to make the process easy for you.
(406) 226-8192 View (406) 226-8192
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Sarah Biniek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59802
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in anxiety, depression, autism, and other mental health challenges. I have been working in the mental health field for 15 years in Missoula. I work with adults, children, parents, and families. I strive to meet the unique needs of my clients and build on their strengths. My therapy modalities include attachment work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and client centered therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in anxiety, depression, autism, and other mental health challenges. I have been working in the mental health field for 15 years in Missoula. I work with adults, children, parents, and families. I strive to meet the unique needs of my clients and build on their strengths. My therapy modalities include attachment work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and client centered therapy.
(406) 215-4393 View (406) 215-4393
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Victor LaBarre Stampley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59802
Be heard.
Be heard.
(406) 534-0615 View (406) 534-0615
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Joylene B Sims
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bozeman, MT 59715
Waitlist for new clients
I graduated from Montana State University in 2010 and have a combined 6 years working with children and adults with mental health issues. My interests are working with adults and children that suffer from depression, anxiety, bipolar, attachment issues. I also have an interest in working with families to help with healthy boundaries, increasing positive communication and setting appropriate goals to increase the health of the family.
I graduated from Montana State University in 2010 and have a combined 6 years working with children and adults with mental health issues. My interests are working with adults and children that suffer from depression, anxiety, bipolar, attachment issues. I also have an interest in working with families to help with healthy boundaries, increasing positive communication and setting appropriate goals to increase the health of the family.
(406) 944-4238 View (406) 944-4238
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Melody Lynne Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59802
My approach is client-driven and integrative. I start with assessing developmental history, losses and trauma, and behavioral health issues. I then clarify with the client how I can assist them with their identified goals.
My approach is client-driven and integrative. I start with assessing developmental history, losses and trauma, and behavioral health issues. I then clarify with the client how I can assist them with their identified goals.
(406) 434-8208 View (406) 434-8208
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Sean Patrick
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from all cultural backgrounds and from all walks of life. I offer outreach therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. After graduate school, I moved to Massachusetts, where I worked in both the traditional office setting, and in outreach, where I counseled clients in their homes. My lifelong love and appreciation for the outdoors called me to make a bold move to Montana. This is where I was exposed to the many opportunities to use my love of the outdoors to enrich the therapeutic process.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from all cultural backgrounds and from all walks of life. I offer outreach therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. After graduate school, I moved to Massachusetts, where I worked in both the traditional office setting, and in outreach, where I counseled clients in their homes. My lifelong love and appreciation for the outdoors called me to make a bold move to Montana. This is where I was exposed to the many opportunities to use my love of the outdoors to enrich the therapeutic process.
(406) 640-8714 View (406) 640-8714
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Kathleen Nelson
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bozeman, MT 59715
I work with children, adolescents and adults with a curiosity about how we can live more connected and meaningful lives. Often the ways we have learned to adapt to our world (or world view) is no longer effective or relevant. I seek to help create deeper awareness and insight into underlying motives, defenses, and desires. Together we explore patterns that contribute to struggles and dissonance in day to day life.
I work with children, adolescents and adults with a curiosity about how we can live more connected and meaningful lives. Often the ways we have learned to adapt to our world (or world view) is no longer effective or relevant. I seek to help create deeper awareness and insight into underlying motives, defenses, and desires. Together we explore patterns that contribute to struggles and dissonance in day to day life.
(406) 962-0309 View (406) 962-0309
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Wake Troy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
My focus has been helping teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, and substance abuse. I can also help guide families with parenting and school challenges like ADHD, learning differences, and behavior issues. I respect personal values and strive for an open-minded, practical approach to counseling. With experience in outpatient, inpatient, and school settings, I combine my clinical experience with my genuine love of getting to know people.
My focus has been helping teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, and substance abuse. I can also help guide families with parenting and school challenges like ADHD, learning differences, and behavior issues. I respect personal values and strive for an open-minded, practical approach to counseling. With experience in outpatient, inpatient, and school settings, I combine my clinical experience with my genuine love of getting to know people.
(406) 215-4987 View (406) 215-4987
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Deb D Marquard
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
Whether you're looking for help with parenting challenges, relationship issues, or ways to manage anxiety, depression, or everyday life stressors, choosing a therapist is an important decision. I have found that when clients feel secure and understood in the therapeutic relationship, exploration and resolution of difficult life experiences becomes possible. I'm an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with individuals of all ages (3-80+). I tailor my approach to the individual and utilize a variety of treatment approaches.
Whether you're looking for help with parenting challenges, relationship issues, or ways to manage anxiety, depression, or everyday life stressors, choosing a therapist is an important decision. I have found that when clients feel secure and understood in the therapeutic relationship, exploration and resolution of difficult life experiences becomes possible. I'm an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with individuals of all ages (3-80+). I tailor my approach to the individual and utilize a variety of treatment approaches.
(406) 204-0585 View (406) 204-0585
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Amanda Kuehn Forney
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PCLC
Verified Verified
Bozeman, MT 59718
Waitlist for new clients
My aim as your counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard & validated. I help my clients identify their unique needs & seek to empower them with tools that work for them to address those needs. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from children to older adults, and have special experience working with older adults (60+), as well as experience as an advocate for survivors of interpersonal violence, sexual assault, & stalking. I also offer sessions via video calls through a secure provider. I'm passionate about helping my clients tap into their own strengths & resources, and access greater wellness!
My aim as your counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard & validated. I help my clients identify their unique needs & seek to empower them with tools that work for them to address those needs. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from children to older adults, and have special experience working with older adults (60+), as well as experience as an advocate for survivors of interpersonal violence, sexual assault, & stalking. I also offer sessions via video calls through a secure provider. I'm passionate about helping my clients tap into their own strengths & resources, and access greater wellness!
(406) 420-8489 View (406) 420-8489
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Stevie-Leigh Haughian
Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miles City, MT 59301
Welcome to Leigh Therapy. My name is Stevie-Leigh Haughian. I am a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Clinical Practicing Counselor. We all have moments in our lives where we find ourselves reaching out for validation, understanding, healing or a safe place to be heard. Seeking help can be intimidating, and I appreciate the courage it takes. Through our process together I will be guiding you along your personal growth and allowing space for individualized evolution. Sometimes there are barriers that prevent relationships from progressing and leave us feeling stagnant.
Welcome to Leigh Therapy. My name is Stevie-Leigh Haughian. I am a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Clinical Practicing Counselor. We all have moments in our lives where we find ourselves reaching out for validation, understanding, healing or a safe place to be heard. Seeking help can be intimidating, and I appreciate the courage it takes. Through our process together I will be guiding you along your personal growth and allowing space for individualized evolution. Sometimes there are barriers that prevent relationships from progressing and leave us feeling stagnant.
(406) 296-5318 View (406) 296-5318
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Bailie Hillen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Helena, MT 59601
It is powerful to feel heard, experience genuine connection, and to be understood. Our past experiences don’t have to define who we are, but we can explore them in a way to decrease shame and understand how they’ve shaped us today. Together we will recognize connections, identify patterns, and become aware of barriers to feeling successful, loved, and self-assured.
It is powerful to feel heard, experience genuine connection, and to be understood. Our past experiences don’t have to define who we are, but we can explore them in a way to decrease shame and understand how they’ve shaped us today. Together we will recognize connections, identify patterns, and become aware of barriers to feeling successful, loved, and self-assured.
(406) 720-8739 View (406) 720-8739
Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.