Trauma Focused Therapists in Arlee, MT
As a dedicated mental health therapist with over a decade of experience, I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages cultivate healing and resilience. Growing up in Arlee, Montana, I learned the importance of connection and community, which shapes my therapeutic approach today.
I believe in a holistic, client-centered approach where building trust and rapport is essential. I create a safe, inclusive space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions collaboratively, emphasizing empowerment and effective coping strategies.
As a dedicated mental health therapist with over a decade of experience, I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages cultivate healing and resilience. Growing up in Arlee, Montana, I learned the importance of connection and community, which shapes my therapeutic approach today.
I believe in a holistic, client-centered approach where building trust and rapport is essential. I create a safe, inclusive space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions collaboratively, emphasizing empowerment and effective coping strategies.
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. I currently provide telehealth sessions for clients in Montana and Michigan.
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. I currently provide telehealth sessions for clients in Montana and Michigan.
If you are experiencing grief or bereavement, you are not alone.
As a clinician, I understand that every response to loss is unique. Grief is not something to fix or move past quickly; it requires space, care, and an approach that honors your individual experience. I work collaboratively with each client to identify their goals and create a treatment plan that feels meaningful and supportive.
Grief can be overwhelming and isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. You deserve a space where your pain is seen, your story is heard, and your healing is respected.
If you are experiencing grief or bereavement, you are not alone.
As a clinician, I understand that every response to loss is unique. Grief is not something to fix or move past quickly; it requires space, care, and an approach that honors your individual experience. I work collaboratively with each client to identify their goals and create a treatment plan that feels meaningful and supportive.
Grief can be overwhelming and isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. You deserve a space where your pain is seen, your story is heard, and your healing is respected.
I believe that psychotherapy is an active process resulting in clarity and change. It can help identify ineffective patterns of thinking and behavior, which may create stress, emotional problems, stress related medical problems, addiction problems, and/or relationship problems. Sometimes the work can be difficult but can also be profoundly rewarding and life changing. I believe in the power of positive change and would love to help you turn your stress into a life balance.
I believe that psychotherapy is an active process resulting in clarity and change. It can help identify ineffective patterns of thinking and behavior, which may create stress, emotional problems, stress related medical problems, addiction problems, and/or relationship problems. Sometimes the work can be difficult but can also be profoundly rewarding and life changing. I believe in the power of positive change and would love to help you turn your stress into a life balance.
Hi! I'm glad you've taken this step. Finding a safe, supportive space to work through life's challenges is important, and I look forward to working with you! As a Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Counselor, I’m passionate about walking alongside adults and elders as they navigate challenges like addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is rooted in person-centered and narrative therapy, meaning I focus on your unique story, strengths, and goals as we work together toward healing.
As an enrolled member of the Blackfeet Tribe and a Montana native, I value connection, family, and the healing power of humor.
Hi! I'm glad you've taken this step. Finding a safe, supportive space to work through life's challenges is important, and I look forward to working with you! As a Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Counselor, I’m passionate about walking alongside adults and elders as they navigate challenges like addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is rooted in person-centered and narrative therapy, meaning I focus on your unique story, strengths, and goals as we work together toward healing.
As an enrolled member of the Blackfeet Tribe and a Montana native, I value connection, family, and the healing power of humor.
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Life is challenging. Anyone may be overwhelmed by difficulties and begin to lose direction and hope. I am so glad that you have decided to take the first step and to reach out for help. I am an empathetic, person-centered therapist with a passion for life. I believe that each individual carries within the capacity to heal and to grow. I would like to help you to discover and nurture these seeds, and I will walk with you on your journey toward health, happiness, and purpose for your life. I offer 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting issues.
Life is challenging. Anyone may be overwhelmed by difficulties and begin to lose direction and hope. I am so glad that you have decided to take the first step and to reach out for help. I am an empathetic, person-centered therapist with a passion for life. I believe that each individual carries within the capacity to heal and to grow. I would like to help you to discover and nurture these seeds, and I will walk with you on your journey toward health, happiness, and purpose for your life. I offer 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting issues.
As a therapist, I believe that real growth happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered to face life’s challenges with authenticity and courage. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that each person has the capacity to create meaningful change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Work Candidate and a Licensed Addiction Counselor with experience working across diverse settings—including wilderness therapy programs, schools, and behavioral intervention services. These experiences have taught me the importance of meeting clients where they are, helping them build resilience and self-awareness.
As a therapist, I believe that real growth happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered to face life’s challenges with authenticity and courage. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that each person has the capacity to create meaningful change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Work Candidate and a Licensed Addiction Counselor with experience working across diverse settings—including wilderness therapy programs, schools, and behavioral intervention services. These experiences have taught me the importance of meeting clients where they are, helping them build resilience and self-awareness.
Greetings! My name is Tracee Anderson, LICSW, and I welcome you into the beginning of therapy - a safe place for you to share. You have made an important choice for yourself to seek support and guidance. I have almost 40 years of clinical experience and care deeply about giving clients the time they deserve to feel truly heard and to have a space to sort out their concerns. My approach is warm, empathic, respectful, non-judgmental, and evidence based.
Greetings! My name is Tracee Anderson, LICSW, and I welcome you into the beginning of therapy - a safe place for you to share. You have made an important choice for yourself to seek support and guidance. I have almost 40 years of clinical experience and care deeply about giving clients the time they deserve to feel truly heard and to have a space to sort out their concerns. My approach is warm, empathic, respectful, non-judgmental, and evidence based.
I use EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other trauma-focused approaches.
I am currently accepting new clients. I believe real change starts with genuine human connection, so before anything else, my job is to make sure you feel heard, understood, and respected. I work with adults, teens, veterans, first responders, and students, and many of the people I see come in feeling weighed down by experiences from the past. Whether you are facing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or a major life transition, you do not have to navigate it alone. Together we will get clear on what matters most to you and build practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move toward a more meaningful life.
I use EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other trauma-focused approaches.
I am currently accepting new clients. I believe real change starts with genuine human connection, so before anything else, my job is to make sure you feel heard, understood, and respected. I work with adults, teens, veterans, first responders, and students, and many of the people I see come in feeling weighed down by experiences from the past. Whether you are facing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or a major life transition, you do not have to navigate it alone. Together we will get clear on what matters most to you and build practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move toward a more meaningful life.
Reclaim Yourself with therapy from Wildroots Collective.
The voice in your head continues its critical stories.
"You’re not enough". "You're too much". "You're not good enough"
Deep down, you know these thoughts aren’t true, yet they keep taking up room.
You're trying to push through, to stay busy, to ignore the stress, anxiety, and
exhaustion weighing you down. But ignoring it isn’t working. You’re struggling to
feel connected to the things that bring you joy, you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, you just want to numb out. Something has to change.
Change is possible and it can start today.
Reclaim Yourself with therapy from Wildroots Collective.
The voice in your head continues its critical stories.
"You’re not enough". "You're too much". "You're not good enough"
Deep down, you know these thoughts aren’t true, yet they keep taking up room.
You're trying to push through, to stay busy, to ignore the stress, anxiety, and
exhaustion weighing you down. But ignoring it isn’t working. You’re struggling to
feel connected to the things that bring you joy, you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, you just want to numb out. Something has to change.
Change is possible and it can start today.
I enjoy working with children and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues. I take a collaborative approach to helping clients learn new coping skills and adaptive ways to problem-solve through their issues so I am no longer needed as a support in their lives. Theoretically, I tend to work from interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, humanistic and solution-focused perspectives. When working with couples I use Gottman techniques and emotion focused techniques. In therapy the therapeutic relationship is key to positive counseling outcomes and I keep that at the forefront of our work together.
I enjoy working with children and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues. I take a collaborative approach to helping clients learn new coping skills and adaptive ways to problem-solve through their issues so I am no longer needed as a support in their lives. Theoretically, I tend to work from interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, humanistic and solution-focused perspectives. When working with couples I use Gottman techniques and emotion focused techniques. In therapy the therapeutic relationship is key to positive counseling outcomes and I keep that at the forefront of our work together.
I practice a relational form of counseling, which means I weigh heavily on how and why our relationships develop while taking into consideration the mental, physical and emotional associations we draw or conclude from these relationships. The relationship between therapist and client, the relationships you have had over the course of your life, issues and/or concepts you have faced or struggled with, and, most importantly, the relationship you have with yourself are all focal points for counseling. Trust and building rapport with your therapist is paramount and I work to cultivate an environment that promotes respect and self-exploration.
I practice a relational form of counseling, which means I weigh heavily on how and why our relationships develop while taking into consideration the mental, physical and emotional associations we draw or conclude from these relationships. The relationship between therapist and client, the relationships you have had over the course of your life, issues and/or concepts you have faced or struggled with, and, most importantly, the relationship you have with yourself are all focal points for counseling. Trust and building rapport with your therapist is paramount and I work to cultivate an environment that promotes respect and self-exploration.
Many people who reach out to me are thoughtful, capable, and emotionally aware, yet still carry a lingering sense of disconnection, emotional exhaustion, or difficulty fully settling into themselves or their lives. My work focuses on attachment wounds often underlying these struggles: emotional patterns that develop when we repeatedly feel unseen, emotionally unsafe, misunderstood, rejected, or alone. Especially in times of greater internal or external stress, these patterns can continue affecting self-worth, intimacy, fulfillment, and connection. Together, we will work toward a deeper sense of connection and wholeness
Many people who reach out to me are thoughtful, capable, and emotionally aware, yet still carry a lingering sense of disconnection, emotional exhaustion, or difficulty fully settling into themselves or their lives. My work focuses on attachment wounds often underlying these struggles: emotional patterns that develop when we repeatedly feel unseen, emotionally unsafe, misunderstood, rejected, or alone. Especially in times of greater internal or external stress, these patterns can continue affecting self-worth, intimacy, fulfillment, and connection. Together, we will work toward a deeper sense of connection and wholeness
Montana Counseling Christy Franklin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Serves Area
Accepting new clients. I work with adults and couples who want stronger relationships, greater confidence, and a more fulfilling life. You may look successful on the outside while privately struggling with anxiety, relationship problems, infidelity, recurring conflict, or past trauma. Maybe you and your partner feel disconnected, argue about the same issues, or have lost trust. I also help with depression, PTSD, life transitions, and the pressure of being the person everyone relies on. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns keeping you stuck and create meaningful change. You don’t have to keep struggling alone.
Accepting new clients. I work with adults and couples who want stronger relationships, greater confidence, and a more fulfilling life. You may look successful on the outside while privately struggling with anxiety, relationship problems, infidelity, recurring conflict, or past trauma. Maybe you and your partner feel disconnected, argue about the same issues, or have lost trust. I also help with depression, PTSD, life transitions, and the pressure of being the person everyone relies on. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns keeping you stuck and create meaningful change. You don’t have to keep struggling alone.
A central focus of my counseling practice is providing affirmative and anti-oppressive support to transgender, non-binary and gender diverse people of all ages, as well as the queer community more broadly. For some people, this might mean that you're actively questioning your gender identity, navigating transitioning or experiencing discrimination. For others, you might have unrelated mental health needs but want to know that you're in a space where your gender and sexuality won't be either ignored or overly focused upon, but just included as another aspect of your experience.
A central focus of my counseling practice is providing affirmative and anti-oppressive support to transgender, non-binary and gender diverse people of all ages, as well as the queer community more broadly. For some people, this might mean that you're actively questioning your gender identity, navigating transitioning or experiencing discrimination. For others, you might have unrelated mental health needs but want to know that you're in a space where your gender and sexuality won't be either ignored or overly focused upon, but just included as another aspect of your experience.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of Missoula, MT. I am committed to helping clients work through life's obstacles and help clients learn, heal and grow. My approach is client-centered and strength-based. I utilize mindfulness, motivational interviewing and psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy. I offer well-established communication skills, a strong knowledge base on human and family development, and a safe environment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of Missoula, MT. I am committed to helping clients work through life's obstacles and help clients learn, heal and grow. My approach is client-centered and strength-based. I utilize mindfulness, motivational interviewing and psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy. I offer well-established communication skills, a strong knowledge base on human and family development, and a safe environment.
Making sense of our inner world can be challenging work to do on our own. Counseling can help increase awareness towards areas of our lives where we may feel stuck, in conflict, overwhelmed, or shut off. I believe that when we can more clearly see our patterns and responses we can begin to make meaningful changes in our lives and ultimately feel more connected, compassionate, and accepting towards all parts of ourselves.
Making sense of our inner world can be challenging work to do on our own. Counseling can help increase awareness towards areas of our lives where we may feel stuck, in conflict, overwhelmed, or shut off. I believe that when we can more clearly see our patterns and responses we can begin to make meaningful changes in our lives and ultimately feel more connected, compassionate, and accepting towards all parts of ourselves.
Clients who tend to work well with me often struggle with self-doubt, anxiety, past trauma, grief, or maintaining healthy relationships. They need help in regulating their nervous systems so that triggers don't have the power to overwhelm them and derail their lives. They need the safety and security of a therapeutic relationship to address the things that are too daunting to face alone. They are hoping to live in a way that is authentic and true to themselves, while also connecting with their loved ones in a more vulnerable and fulfilling way.
Clients who tend to work well with me often struggle with self-doubt, anxiety, past trauma, grief, or maintaining healthy relationships. They need help in regulating their nervous systems so that triggers don't have the power to overwhelm them and derail their lives. They need the safety and security of a therapeutic relationship to address the things that are too daunting to face alone. They are hoping to live in a way that is authentic and true to themselves, while also connecting with their loved ones in a more vulnerable and fulfilling way.
Creative Therapy for Everyone! No artistic experience needed! I offer therapy with an expressive arts focus at the ZACC (Zootown Arts Community Center). Anyone interested in something more than traditional "talk therapy" and even those who don’t consider themselves artistic benefit from this approach. 10 yr+ licensed therapist & addiction counselor with experience treating PTSD, anxiety/depression, addiction & grief. Serving adults, teens & kids 12+. Insurance accepted. Clinical supervision for LCSW and LAC candidates.
Creative Therapy for Everyone! No artistic experience needed! I offer therapy with an expressive arts focus at the ZACC (Zootown Arts Community Center). Anyone interested in something more than traditional "talk therapy" and even those who don’t consider themselves artistic benefit from this approach. 10 yr+ licensed therapist & addiction counselor with experience treating PTSD, anxiety/depression, addiction & grief. Serving adults, teens & kids 12+. Insurance accepted. Clinical supervision for LCSW and LAC candidates.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. My purpose is to help you find the path that is best for you. Working through difficult times is easier when you have a listening ear and someone to help you sort through the obstacles and options.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. My purpose is to help you find the path that is best for you. Working through difficult times is easier when you have a listening ear and someone to help you sort through the obstacles and options.