Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Kalispell, MT

I have worked for three decades with individuals seeking to overcome a wide variety of issues related to addiction, depression, anxiety, establishing a sense of identity and purpose that feels good to them, forming healthy habits, achieving intimacy and maintaining relationships, attaining life goals, and overcoming many forms of trauma. I have worked with adolescents, adults, families, couples, combat veterans, professional athletes, medical professionals, as well as adolescents and adults with diverse ethnic, indigenous, sexual, gender, and cultural identities. It is such an honor to assist in the discovery of personal truths.

I believe that each of us is a complete person with unique experiences, strengths, characteristics, and opportunities for growth. A life that includes pain, mistakes, betrayal or trauma is not a broken life or one less worthy of love. Everyone goes through times when we can benefit from an ally to walk alongside us, assist us in reaching our goals, or empower us to find our magic. I am honored to have the privilege of my profession and I look forward to the journey with each of my clients.

I believe life has purpose for every individual, even in the midst of our inevitable suffering. I would consider it an honor to go on a journey with you to help you to discover your true meaning and purposes in life. I hope to foster an environment where clients feel comfortable, cared for, and heard. I also strive to be genuine, empathetic, warm, and client-centered. Counseling is meant to be a collaborative process in which counselor and client walk together toward healing and mental wellness.

Montanans face unique challenges related to geography, a culture of individualism, intergenerational patterns of trauma, and a changing economy. I’ve spent my career developing evidence-based skills to meet the needs of my neighbors. This starts with building a straightforward relationship as a foundation for work that attends to the needs of our physiology, psychology, spirituality, and our community. Therapy is about cultivating ongoing processes of resilience that continue outside of the office and everyday I do my best to work myself out of a job.

I work therapeutically with folks of all ages and backgrounds who are experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, grief and loss, and transitional life stressors. I work carefully, thoughtfully, and with compassionate focus, tailoring treatment modalities to meet each person's specific needs, goals, and circumstances. All modalities and offerings are person-centered, inviting individuals to have their own organic, authentic experience, and to trust their innate wisdom.

At some point in our life, we all face the unexpected, whether it be the loss of someone important, a job, financial struggles, pain and sickness, or any of the other things life throws our way. It is helpful to have someone to talk to and offer a listening ear and perhaps some different perspective during those times. I hope to provide those things to my clients, as well as utilizing my experience and training to help others through the tough times. 2 Corinthians 1:4

*TAKING NEW CLIENTS IN KALISPELL* This journey called life is full of ups & downs, joy & pain, being known and feeling alone... This is most prominent during transition times like adolescence, graduating, getting married or divorced, or losing a loved one. In my practice I honor the whole person and treat mind, body, & spirit, as well as the connections with others in relationships. You are welcome & encouraged to bring your whole story and self to the therapy process. I believe Creation says something significant about the Divine, & that we can engage with this connection through nature & relationships with others & self.

My practice is client-centered, honest, and empathetic to my client's concerns. Trust is the major factor that enables clients to talk about what is at the heart of their problems, and we spend the time necessary to develop that trust. I view the therapeutic relationship as collaboration with my client on a unique journey towards self-enhancement, wellness, and goal attainment. I want to help empower you to overcome your personal obstacles with a compassionate and respectful approach in a safe place where you can share and build self-awareness as we work together to change.

I do this work because I enjoy getting to know you as you learn about yourself. At the end of the day, you know yourself better than I ever will. It isn't my job to fix anybody and we're all fallible humans anyways. My job is to be there with you and support you in moving towards your goals, whatever those may be. My goal is to create a safe space for talking about difficult things.

Are you experiencing difficulties in life and feeling frustrated or overwhelmed? Therapy can be a journey of discovery and change which results in experiencing a better life. My goal is to assist the client and their family with this journey and implement strategies for lifelong positive enhancement. I use uses a variety of theoretical perspectives and integrated approaches to tailor individual, family, and group therapy sessions. I have extensive experience with autism, PTSD, and trauma in conjunction with addictions and concurring mental disorders. Currently, I offer telehealth in Colorado and Texas and accepted insurance below.

Currently accepting new clients. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, trouble sleeping, racing thoughts, feeling overwhelmed, worries, feeling a loss of control or panic attacks? Experiencing relationship issues? I do marriage, couples, partner counseling and I am trained using Emotionally Focused Therapy which is the gold standard for treating marriage and famiy issues. I also treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), PTSD, trauma, depression, grief, communication issues, conflict resolution, and relationship issues. I work from an interactive, two-way dialogue model, and will give you education, skills and tools for change.