Therapists in Belgrade, MT

I work with clients that are struggling with various issues. I have experience working with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, interpersonal issues, anger episodes, and various other presentations. I also offer supervision for interns and pre-licensed professsionals.

In 2008 I graduated from Western Michigan University with a Masters in Counseling. Since 2010, I have been a counselor in the Bozeman school district, and in 2014, I took a position working part-time at the nCenter in Belgrade. I am trained as a Safe-ti (School and Family Engagement - Trauma Informed) specialist, and I work with children and adolescents who have been traumatized. I love my work because I know the value to children, adolescents and parents in facing these difficulties before adulthood. I use this same skill set to work with adults who have experienced past or present trauma.

My clinical expertise centers around helping individuals adaptively address anxiety, stress, various forms of trauma and abuse, and relationship issues. Generally, clients seek my support to process and manage difficulties with intense emotions, gain personal awareness and/or actionable skills, or when they need additional strategies to manage personal and relational difficulties. Clients who choose to work with me desire a clinician who is caring, evidence-based, non-judgmental, and straightforward. Prospective client's are ready to engage in the counseling process and to connect with their innate strengths and capabilities.

I believe that a compassionate, empathetic and non-judgmental environment is essential in therapy. I know that it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and it’s important to me to provide a space where you will feel heard, understood and accepted. My goal in the work we will do is to assist in creating change in areas that are important to you. I will collaborate with you to find the approaches that are most helpful and fit your needs. I hope counseling is an opportunity which allows you to develop insight, use personal awareness, learn self-compassion, find tools for enhancing resiliency, and explore your personal story.

I work with clients that want to be seen and valued for who they are. They seek to harness their strengths, overcome societal barriers, and live authentically, contributing their unique perspectives and talents to society. I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients (ADHD, ASD, BP), as well as clients who have had a hard time finding a counselor that fits their needs.

You deserve the opportunity to be supported & understood when you need it most. I create a comfortable relaxed space to explore, focus on you & your world - mentally, emotionally & physically. I utilize a variety of tools, based on your individual personality, situation & need. Examples of this may be an increased understanding of self-awareness, improved communication skills, individualized coping skills, & learning boundary setting. Whether it's ADHD, career difficulties, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or something else. Share your story with me. Everyone is unique & everyone deserves their own personalized therapy. :)

I work best with clients who want to build more meaningful lives. My work is based in helping people who feel unsatisfied or out of control to connect to themselves and move forward accordingly. The clients I work with often report feeling overwhelmed by their emotions, numb to their emotions, or some combination of the two. This emotional dysregulation tends to leave people feeling helpless or out of control; in therapy, I work together with clients to move toward a vibrant way of living and an understanding of the power they hold to shape their lives for the better.

We do not view neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, and bipolar disorder) as an illness or a disorder to be cured or removed. Instead, we view it as an evolutionary adaptation that served essential roles in the growth and development of human civilization. We believe that much of the dysfunction our clients experience is due to having to navigate environments that are not built for them, instead of any inherent deficits within them.

Do you ever feel like your young child doesn't listen to you, or they do the opposite of what you ask them to do? Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is an evidence-based therapy to promote attachment using positive attention strategies to guide behaviors, while helping caregivers to provide consistent and predictable consequences when necessary. I work with biological parents, foster and adoptive families, and other caregivers including extended family. We also provide individual therapy to address challenges in parenting, and Circle of Security parenting sessions.

You are STRONG and you are CAPABLE of overcoming the challenges you are facing. We all experience difficult times in life, this is what makes us human. As your therapist I will teach, guide, and equip you to overcome those challenges. I will work with you to increase self esteem, better relationships, and improve your quality of life. We will work together using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Activation, and Solution Focused Therapy to INCREASE YOUR JOY.

As someone who has had their own journey with sleep, restfulness and dreams—I’m not leading you anywhere into the depths of the night that I haven’t been. I come with a satchel full of useful tools and a humble curiosity about what it means to rest well, and try again. I work best with clients who are looking to cultivate a better understanding with themselves with curiosity, compassion, and creativity. In our work together my biggest intention is that you will find more restful nights and cultivate a deeper relationship creativity, somatic body, and dreamlife.

In my practice, we hold the premise that every person has an innate capacity for healing and unique qualities that have helped them navigate or even survive life. These qualities are called "creative adjustments." However, there can come a time when these creative adjustments become less effective or ineffective. It is here, that we aim to help one achieve healing and relief from pain and discomfort. Our primary work is with children aged 0-18 years and their parents. Individual adults and parents to be are welcome!

Trauma and Adolescent Specialist Welcome! I currently split my time between locations so seeing clients with a hybrid of virtual and in person. .My life experience combined with my education has equipped me to serve a variety of people but I love working with teens and 20s. You can come with your struggles, whatever they may be - depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, traumatic experience, eating issues, body distortion, sexuality, self-destructive behavior, cultural, Christianity/spirituality and enter into a safe place to receive treatment.

Imagine a utopian world where everything always glitters, relationships are easy, work is perpetually fulfilling, fear doesn’t exist, and you graciously welcome every single unexpected situation life throws your way with a wide grin and open arms. Now, open your eyes and keep reading since we both know that isn’t reality. One of my personal values is authenticity and this doesn’t disappear in the room with you. While I can’t promise a life filled with unicorns and rainbows, I can ensure you our time together will be filled with sincerity, support, and likely a bit laughter.

Currently Accepting New Clients. I believe behavior is communication. Sometimes it takes an outside perspective to understand what a child or teen is communicating. By creating a judgement free space and empowering the client, I aim to engage children, teens, families, and adults in centering themselves, processing their experiences, and advocating for their needs. I also have experience working with people impacted by disabilities and systemic trauma.

It is my honor to help you "be who you came here to be" by healing old survival skills, releasing old stories, and discovering the courage and strategies to help you step into manifesting change in your life. We'll collaborate in developing functional ways of getting your needs met, having healthy relationships, and creating your own new definitions of health, strength, and well-being. My transpersonal work includes creating ritual and healing ceremonies, developing an authentic and rich connection to Source as you understand it, and a variety of shamanic healing practices.

My primary focus in the room is the therapeutic relationship between you and me. I believe that creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable and at ease will allow us to have an authentic, open experience with one another. I approach counseling from a person-centered perspective and will treat you with unconditional positive regard. When you feel like you are truly seen and heard then change has the opportunity to grow.

Let's be honest, most of us wouldn't go back to our adolescent years even if someone paid us to do so. Growing up is hard and life throws a lot at children, teens, and young adults. It is not uncommon to feel many conflicting ways about adolescence (and often times many conflicting ways at once). The things we face as we grow up impact our ability to engage, succeed, and feel accepted in our family life, our friend and peer circles, and in our academic sphere. It is my distinct honor to work with adolescents as they navigate some of the toughest years of life.

Are you struggling with the sorrow of losing someone or something you love? Do you feel like you can't "get over it" and you would like someone to come along side you with kindness, compassion, empathy and support? We often attribute grief to death, but we can also grieve over lost relationships, physical abilities, employment, life transitions and many other things. Through life and loss experiences, we can lose hope, our sense of purpose and our connection with others. We can also experience transitions within our relationships that can cause us to feel disconnected and alone or hopeful and excited for a bright future together.