Therapists in Missoula, MT

< Currently not taking new clients > At certain times we all need help facing difficult experiences that may disrupt our understanding of who we are and how to find our way forward. I offer an accepting and nonjudgemental approach that is integrative, down to earth, and person centered. Our work together will help you harness your inner resources and develop helpful skills to heal and address patterns to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.

I help a lot of folks who are going through a change and want help adjusting to their new reality. Others want to make a change, but old habits and patterns, like streaming a series online or playing a game on your phone, are getting in the way of their goals. Let's find out what those barriers are and help you build a purposeful and fulfilling life. I’m taking new clients for teletherapy appointments and have availability in the mornings (between 6 AM - 1 PM). I accept most insurance policies and self-pay, but unfortunately, I cannot accept anyone covered by MT Medicaid.

Healing happens through connection—with ourselves and others. As a relationship-first therapist, it's my joy to help you find safety and love within yourself and the world around you. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, self-doubt, existential angst/depression, and life transition challenges. I also work with endurance and mountain athletes who want a therapist that understands their lifestyle on the trail and beyond: from performance and mindset coaching, to body image and eating struggles, to navigating injury and burnout, and more. Being human is a complex journey, and I cherish the chance to walk next to you.

It is my belief that people are meant to be deeply known and know others. My mission is to help individuals and couples be fully seen, heard, and understood in their relationships. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply need to gain more insight into your personal growth journey, I am here to guide and support you through the process. As a couples and premarital counselor, I help couples navigate the complexities of relationships by providing them with communication tools, conflict resolution strategies, and a deeper understanding of their emotional needs and attachment styles.

Anyone can start therapy but it takes trust in your therapist to truly invest in the process. This is why I use an attachment/relational modeI in my work with others. I am dedicated to creating this environment with my clients. Further, I have a variety of mediums to work with children on organizing their emotional world. I’m excited to announce, but I have recently been certified as a safe and sound protocol therapist! The music of the SSP has been filtered through a patented, evidence-based algorithm that highlights specific sound frequencies that help regulate the autonomic nervous system. Click here for more information.

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.

It's no secret that life is full of obstacles and hardships, notably so with all of the changes we have experienced in our lives these last few years. I am proud to offer individual, couples, and family talk-therapy; with both in-person and virtual appointments available for residents of WA and MT. My mission is to connect with clients in a way that highlights their strengths whilst respecting the dignity and worth of the person. I believe in the autonomy of all individuals to make their own decisions, striving toward the client-centered model. Let's find our common ground, set your goals, and work to grow in a positive direction.

I believe that seeking support for change and healing can be an intimidating first step. Making it this far speaks to the commitment you have already made to your personal betterment and well-being. I am excited to witness this momentum and am ultimately honored to support you along the way towards whatever personal growth, awareness and self-discovery you seek. I strive to foster a safe environment for all identities to bring all their true selves to counseling. My therapeutic approach is strongly rooted in Person Centered Therapy, informed by CBT and Inspired by Narrative and Mindfulness modalities.

I'm currently accepting new referrals, and am eager to help individuals overcome difficult life transitions, anxiety, depression and/or feelings of being 'stuck'. Life can throw curveballs, but with the right tools and support you'll be able to navigate with confidence. I work well helping individuals who have trouble with anxious and worried thinking, have poor self-confidence, or are making their way through changes in life like graduating from college and starting a career, managing rocky relationships, or reframing their newfound freedom after raising a family. Stress is tough, but thankfully finding help doesn't have to be!

Nick helps his clients create positive change in their lives and assists them on their journey of self-actualization. Nick’s therapeutic focus is to lead his individual clients on the path that will help them become what they strive to be in life, through compassion, encouragement, and various therapeutic modalities. He believes that by creating strong therapeutic relationships with clients, they can work toward positive change and happier, healthier lives.

I am out of the country on a research sabbatical until July, 2018. I will be taking new clients after July. I work with depression, eating disorders, and relationship problems. I strive to provide a safe place in which individuals can begin to change old patterns of doing things. I strongly believe in our resilience and ability to heal from trauma and our own unskillful choices. No one wants to be miserable and stuck, but sometimes hidden forces contribute to emotional problems. Biological, psychological, and social factors can all play a part in creating emotional health.

I offer a strengths-based practice aimed at providing services to adolescents, adults & families in the scope of addiction, trauma, disordered eating, behavioral health, reproductive health/infertility & life transitions. I utilized a mixed approach to therapy centered around self-compassion, motivational enhancement, cognitive behavioral therapy, communication skills, and mind/body connection. Other methodology is applied as appropriate. My goal is to meet Client's where they are in their therapeutic process, encourage them to be an active participant in their own care and provide usable skills to be used outside of therapy.

We are meant to share life's hardships with others, rather than be alone with our pain. So much suffering today stems from a sense of isolation and disconnection within our lives. I offer a therapeutic relationship based on unconditional acceptance and compassion; where you can feel support in creating healthier relationships, evaluate what you seek in life, and diminish pressures that hinder your growth and happiness. We live in a stressful, anxiety-provoking time. When we slow down and look at our own core values and how we would like to inhabit our lives, we give ourselves permission to make mistakes and grow.

If you are at a turning point in your life and need a stepping stone, I am here to help you. I can help you walk through the process of completing requirements for a DUI-A.C.T. Your time and resources are valuable and I will make every effort to treat both with respect. You will always be evaluated ethically using only the highest standards set by the American Society of Addiction Medicine Criteria to give you the best level of care you need.

I seek to provide individuals and couples with an engaging, supportive, and collaborative process. I aim to help you identify and explore uncomfortable feelings or painful conflicts that may keep you from having more meaningful, enlivened, and loving connections to yourself and others. Together, we will help you navigate and address these problematic areas, including love, family, internal conflict, health, work, friendship, school, trauma, addiction, and loss. With couples, we may explore sex/intimacy, premarital counseling, financial issues, betrayal, infertility, communication, and break up.

Whether you struggle with mental health challenges or addiction, I am here to help you overcome difficult experiences, connect to your authentic self, and find freedom so that you can build the life you truly want. I believe in abundance and that everyone has the right and the capacity for healing, growth and inner peace. Because everyone arrives in counseling at different stages of change and readiness for healing, I feel it is imperative to work with individuals right where they are.

I believe we develop our ability to thrive from not only our individual gifts, but also our personal responses to life's challenges. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems and/or trauma. I never underestimate the complexities of the mind, personality, and relationships, and at the same time, I feel psychotherapy should be practical and goal-oriented. I have a thoughtful, compassionate style in addressing the roots of repetitive distress, while keeping in mind that such work must also emphasize alleviation of more immediate distress so you can move forward with your life.

I believe that life is not so much about the good or bad breaks we get compared to others, but rather our responses to the challenges that virtually everyone faces. These responses add up to the story of our lives. My approach is to help individuals, couples and families to respond to life's challenges in ways that promote health and provide for one's story to move forward in a hopeful and productive way. Depression, anxiety, relational problems and/or trauma are as common as breathing and the good news is that there is hope for everyone.

I have experience with a broad range of issues and encourage an honest, relationship-based approach to therapy. We work together to explore the issues most important to you. I believe that everyone is capable of change, though easy to say, it is very challenging to put into action. Therapy can create a safe space to reflect upon your world and history. It is a mindful process to accept and redefine yourself. It is a space to look at what parts are activated in your life and which parts feel quiet.