Family Therapy in Kalispell, MT
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James Hyman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
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.

Rainey's Counseling
Counselor, MSc, LCPC, LPC
Verified
Verified
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.

New Insight Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I believe that therapy is the client's personal journey where insight is created and processed to help enhance the client's life. My role as a therapist, is to provide unconditional regard, support, and another perspective as the client moves through their journey. I enjoy the variety of therapy that I can provide to adults, adolescents, and children through individual,
family
, and couples counseling.
Not accepting new clients

Bradley Arthur Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work to create a safe emotional space for clients to be able to open up to themselves and be honest with themselves on a deeper level. I never use shame or judgement to push clients into change. I work with my client where they are and who they are to help dismantle shame,
family
trauma, societal trauma, and unconscious motivations. I enjoy working within diversity, this includes all religions, races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexualities, genders, etc. If you are looking for a kind, accepting, and affirming space, my office may be right for you.
Not accepting new clients

Megan Baker Welles
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The health of you and your
family
are of the utmost importance. It takes courage to seek support during a time of stress and I meet this courage with my expertise, presence, and respect for your unique life experience. Utilizing my integrative approach to therapy, while working together to develop a therapeutic relationship, allows for the opportunity to work through current challenges, heal past wounds, and explore new possibilities for the future.

Marc Ruggiero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Most commonly the clients I work with are dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD/learning issues, peer or
family
relational problems, low self esteem and trauma.
My area of focus and specialty has been with preteens and adolescents. Through working with teens I inevitably work with their parents and I'm comfortable working with adults as well on their own issues. I can also be a guiding hand to help them improve their parenting skills with a Love and Logic approach. I'm experienced with complicated
family
systems and truly believe that creating change for a teen requires work from the entire
family
to help support that change. Teens are malleable and are very capable of change if given the proper support.

Willcoxon Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I work with children, teens and adults across the lifespan providing individual, couples and
family therapy
, psychological assessment and consultation. My overall mission is to help clients to 1) understand, articulate, and negotiate their particular challenges such that they can cope and overcome; and 2) identify and achieve their personal goals and live congruently with their values and aspirations. I have worked in private, school and medical settings in urban and rural parts of the country including Los Angeles, Chicago, Arizona and Indiana. I am happy to offer services in my new adopted home, Northwest Montana.
Waitlist for new clients

Transcendence Healing Therapy, Inc.
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Whether it is working individually, with the entire
family
, in person, or through telehealth, I am dedicated to working collaboratively with you.
Often times in life we are faced with difficulties, trauma, and life transitions that can be painful, overwhelming, confusing, and frightening. During these times, we can also feel depressed, angry, anxious, and struggle with day to day life. We may find that we are triggered by stress, conflict, and old wounds may reopen and even deepen. Reliving intrusive and painful memories may cause us to distance ourselves from others. Further, it can be agonizing trying to navigate through these difficulties and times. We may feel alone or that we have no one to talk to that we can trust. We may find that our normal supports are not enough.

Level Up Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Sometimes our life experiences have a way of causing an altered view of ourselves and the world around us. Trauma and grief can also cause us to disconnect from our lives and the people we love, leaving us feeling unsettled, anxious, and lost. My approach to counseling involves creating a safe space for my clients that supports self-exploration, understanding, and personal growth. My strength-based, trauma-informed practice draws primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness practices, and internal
family
systems. Together, we can define your goals and values, and explore who you truly are.

Dale Adi Lee
Counselor, EdS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
,Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Specialties include: Abuse,Anger, Assertiveness,Depression,Disability;
Family
issues,Grief and Loss,Loneliness, Marriage and
Family
; Individual Therapy.
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.

Jordan Boyce
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults, both as individuals or as couples, as well as facilitating
family therapy
.
Over the past ten years of my professional life, I have worked with individuals and their families to achieve a sense of well being, increase agency and reduce distress. With a holistic view of each client, I offer a trauma-informed, person-centered approach that allows me to meet the needs of a wide variety of individuals and families. I am committed to meeting clients where they are and working tirelessly to create a real therapeutic relationship that is non-judgemental, safe and authentic.

Kimbra Marie Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I consider all aspects of a person's life such as physical health, finances,
family
dynamics, diversity, childhood, employment, spirituality and living situation as well as the larger scale influences such as society, socioeconomic class, laws and culture.
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.

Joe Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Additionally I provide Internal
Family
Systems (IFS) an intra-psychic approach to understanding internal motivation, self-talk.
You may be saying to yourself: "I feel stuck. I feel disengaged. The problems seem insurmountable. When I attempt conversation about difficult issues they invariably turn to gridlock. Hurtful words are used by both of us. Withdrawal, isolation and silence follow. It seems we have a crisis over something. Then we have a brief honeymoon followed by a period of tension leading to another explosion. Seems like it never ends. Seems my efforts to engage are met with distancing by my spouse. I feel more and more disconnected, more helpless and hopeless about this relationship."
Montana Counseling Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I have worked with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, foster-care, adoption, attachment, anger, ODD, self-esteem,
family
conflict and stress, and social skills.
As a therapist my goal is to help clients overcome barriers so that they can live happier and healthier lives. In order to do this, I work on supporting my clients where they are in their journey and collaborate with them on their treatment. I provide a genuine, safe experience for my clients by incorporating creativity, humor, and play into sessions.

North Valley Behavioral Health
Counselor
Verified
Verified
North Valley Behavioral Health offers comprehensive behavioral health services to restore one's mental health to an optimal level, and to help alleviate symptoms which may be affecting the quality of life, satisfaction and the ability to function. Dr. J. Douglas Muir, M.D., is a Board Certified Psychiatrist & Medical Director. Michael Edwards, M.A., LCPC, LAC sees individuals for depression, marriage &
family
counseling, and addictions counseling. Joe Goffena, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on relationships and the elderly.

Chrissy Boysen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Chrissy Boysen is a licensed therapist who has been providing therapeutic services in the Flathead Valley for the past 17 years. She has experience treating both individuals and families who are struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and
family
conflict. In her private practice, Chrissy works with adults, children, and families who are experiencing a range of emotional and mental health issues. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques in her practice and works alongside clients to find relief from their present difficulties and gain greater confidence in themselves.

Jerri Swenson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I'm a native Montanan with a degree in Marriage and
Family Therapy
and almost 30 years experience in private practice.
I work with adults, couples and teenagers. My approach is a blend of
Family
Systems Theory, cognitive behavioral therapy and positive psychology. I believe the quality of our lives is mostly determined by the quality of our relationships, so my work often involved teaching communication skills, resolving conflict and applying the new but vast amount of scientific research about relationships to your own lives. We can't control the events in our lives or our feelings, but we can control our behavior and thoughts. Counseling is learning to do just that. It's educational, inspiring and helpful in so many ways!

Big Sky Wellness Therapy
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in early childhood trauma, relationship issues, and
family therapy
using a developmental approach, as well as sand tray therapy for children, teen focused therapy and insight oriented adult therapy.
I believe improving our ability to cope with daily life and to reach greater potential can be very satisfying. We all face difficult experiences, health problems and disappointments in life. How we deal with these experiences impacts our current ability to function optimally. The counseling I provide is supportive in nature and increases insight so that my clients are better equipped to deal with their personal life experiences.

Wake Troy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with adults and adolescents in individual and
family
settings and feel confident addressing a broad scope of therapeutic issues.
In a time when social media makes life seem effortless and perfect, it certainly can be difficult to accept help with our emotions and relationships. When the challenge of balancing life becomes difficult, there’s no better time to seek objective feedback to realign our mental health and lifestyle with our values. I consider it a privilege to help people unravel their life concerns and reach their goals.

Scott McFarlane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Not all people are alike so I tailor my treatment to the individual(s) including
family
work.
I want to help others because I care about people, and I love what I do for that very reason. I, and if you would like my therapy canine Ronin, are excited to meet and work with you to help you achieve your goals. I received my Masters of Social Work in 2014 and I am licensed to practice with my LCSW. I specialize in cognitive/thought processes as well as behavioral issues.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.