Therapists in Billings, MT
Lynelle Amen
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
Much of my career has been focused working extensively with children and adolescents whom have experienced trauma from sexual abuse, physical abuse, or witnessed violence.
I believe in helping clients by empowering them to identify their strengths, while addressing their weaknesses During this process, clients experience personal growth and learn skills to cope with specific situations and/or daily life stressors.
Much of my career has been focused working extensively with children and adolescents whom have experienced trauma from sexual abuse, physical abuse, or witnessed violence.
I believe in helping clients by empowering them to identify their strengths, while addressing their weaknesses During this process, clients experience personal growth and learn skills to cope with specific situations and/or daily life stressors.
Bryan Cantwell
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
My mission is to support and help people who are hurting, going through something that is overwhelming them, or have experienced a loss or trauma in their life that they need to work through. My ideal client is someone who knows that they want to change their situation for the better but doesn't know where to start. They are ready to change the things in their life that are causing them pain and ready to accept those things that are beyond their power.
My mission is to support and help people who are hurting, going through something that is overwhelming them, or have experienced a loss or trauma in their life that they need to work through. My ideal client is someone who knows that they want to change their situation for the better but doesn't know where to start. They are ready to change the things in their life that are causing them pain and ready to accept those things that are beyond their power.
Deb D Marquard
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
Whether you're looking for help with parenting challenges, relationship issues, or ways to manage anxiety, depression, or everyday life stressors, choosing a therapist is an important decision. I have found that when clients feel secure and understood in the therapeutic relationship, exploration and resolution of difficult life experiences becomes possible. I'm an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with individuals of all ages (3-80+). I tailor my approach to the individual and utilize a variety of treatment approaches.
Whether you're looking for help with parenting challenges, relationship issues, or ways to manage anxiety, depression, or everyday life stressors, choosing a therapist is an important decision. I have found that when clients feel secure and understood in the therapeutic relationship, exploration and resolution of difficult life experiences becomes possible. I'm an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with individuals of all ages (3-80+). I tailor my approach to the individual and utilize a variety of treatment approaches.
Samantha Kessler
Counselor, MS, LCPC, LMHC, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Hawaii, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of a Montana and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Wyoming. I have certifications as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH) as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I have over a decade of experience working in a variety of fields, including trauma, early childhood development, child and adolescent crisis, intensive-in-home family therapy, and private practice working with children, adolescents, families, couples and first responders.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Hawaii, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of a Montana and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Wyoming. I have certifications as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH) as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I have over a decade of experience working in a variety of fields, including trauma, early childhood development, child and adolescent crisis, intensive-in-home family therapy, and private practice working with children, adolescents, families, couples and first responders.
Perspectives Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59105
First generation descendant of the Blackfeet Tribe, I have over 20 years of experience in the therapeutic world. I kicked off my career as a consumer to Vocational Rehabilitation in 1996 after a motor vehicle accident that resulted in a spinal cord injury. I worked for the State of Montana as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for 8 years providing services to the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Reservations. I worked for Youth Dynamics Inc as a Therapeutic Group Home youth therapist. Currently, I am a private therapist providing a wide range of therapy services to adults, teens, and youth, including equine assisted therapy.
First generation descendant of the Blackfeet Tribe, I have over 20 years of experience in the therapeutic world. I kicked off my career as a consumer to Vocational Rehabilitation in 1996 after a motor vehicle accident that resulted in a spinal cord injury. I worked for the State of Montana as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for 8 years providing services to the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Reservations. I worked for Youth Dynamics Inc as a Therapeutic Group Home youth therapist. Currently, I am a private therapist providing a wide range of therapy services to adults, teens, and youth, including equine assisted therapy.
Tylene A Merkel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
I am a therapist with 30+ years experience. As I build a relationship with my clients I integrate traditional therapy with innovative "best practice" tools. I help people become strong at the broken places in their life so they can move forward with peace and confidence.
I am a therapist with 30+ years experience. As I build a relationship with my clients I integrate traditional therapy with innovative "best practice" tools. I help people become strong at the broken places in their life so they can move forward with peace and confidence.
Rainya Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals, children, and families. I became a therapist to help people navigate through difficult experiences in life and to help make positive choices in order to live a healthier, happier life. I am commitment to helping my clients find solutions to real life issues. My areas of specialty include parenting education, anxiety and depression, oppositional and defiant behaviors, trauma, anger, and family therapy.
I work with individuals, children, and families. I became a therapist to help people navigate through difficult experiences in life and to help make positive choices in order to live a healthier, happier life. I am commitment to helping my clients find solutions to real life issues. My areas of specialty include parenting education, anxiety and depression, oppositional and defiant behaviors, trauma, anger, and family therapy.
Rebecca Dawn Fallon
Counselor, MS, LAC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
My name is Rebecca Fallon. I am a licensed addictions counselor and licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of MT. After working in an agency setting for the last several years, I decided to begin my own practice after being encouraged by a colleague and having my son. I see all ages. I also work with a variety of issues including eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, infertility, psychosis, dissociation, and everything in between. My approach draws from a variety of evidenced based practices including CBT and DBT.
My name is Rebecca Fallon. I am a licensed addictions counselor and licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of MT. After working in an agency setting for the last several years, I decided to begin my own practice after being encouraged by a colleague and having my son. I see all ages. I also work with a variety of issues including eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, infertility, psychosis, dissociation, and everything in between. My approach draws from a variety of evidenced based practices including CBT and DBT.
Tammy Rea
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59106 (Online Only)
My goal is to aid others by helping with life's daily struggles of self care, mental health, stress management, and relationship issues. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults. I believe with effort and support, there is hope to live our lives in the ways that make us happiest.
My goal is to aid others by helping with life's daily struggles of self care, mental health, stress management, and relationship issues. I am experienced working with children, teens, and adults. I believe with effort and support, there is hope to live our lives in the ways that make us happiest.
Virginia Rightmier Pierce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59105
You will find me to be client focused offering a safe, confidential place to address and work through your personal problems/issues. Clients find me easy to talk to and non-judgmental. You get to set your goals and pace for therapy. My 25 years of experience working with victims of abuse and trauma, adoptive families, depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral and emotional problems, parenting issues, relationship problems, and too many other issues to list gives me vast resources to help you grow. It would be an honor to work with you.
You will find me to be client focused offering a safe, confidential place to address and work through your personal problems/issues. Clients find me easy to talk to and non-judgmental. You get to set your goals and pace for therapy. My 25 years of experience working with victims of abuse and trauma, adoptive families, depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral and emotional problems, parenting issues, relationship problems, and too many other issues to list gives me vast resources to help you grow. It would be an honor to work with you.
Elysian Mental Health Foundation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
Elysian Mental Health Foundation is a non profit serving Montana. EMHF specializes in trauma informed care for Adults and Children who have experienced abuse, attachment issues, emotional disturbances, substance use disorders as well as a variety of mental health issues including PTSD, Oppositional Defiance, Reactive Attachment, Sensory Processing Disorders, Depression, and Anxiety. We offer CBT, EMDR, Play therapy, Art therapy, DBT, Family therapy and psychological testing.
Elysian Mental Health Foundation is a non profit serving Montana. EMHF specializes in trauma informed care for Adults and Children who have experienced abuse, attachment issues, emotional disturbances, substance use disorders as well as a variety of mental health issues including PTSD, Oppositional Defiance, Reactive Attachment, Sensory Processing Disorders, Depression, and Anxiety. We offer CBT, EMDR, Play therapy, Art therapy, DBT, Family therapy and psychological testing.
Desire Meismer
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
Waitlist for new clients
Throughout our lives we may encounter painful, traumatic, or difficult scenarios that leave us feeling hopeless or stuck. I believe every person has a resiliency and strength to pull from to achieve an enjoyable and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need outside support to tap into our full potential and to overcome challenges. My background includes addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, adjustment difficulties, trauma, and more.
Throughout our lives we may encounter painful, traumatic, or difficult scenarios that leave us feeling hopeless or stuck. I believe every person has a resiliency and strength to pull from to achieve an enjoyable and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need outside support to tap into our full potential and to overcome challenges. My background includes addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, adjustment difficulties, trauma, and more.
Kelly Krings-Lunder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
Waitlist for new clients
I am committed to meeting YOUR needs! It is an incredibly brave thing to admit when we are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, are vulnerable, stuck, or just want someone to listen. When you work with Bridges, you are in a safe space where you will not be judged! Children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families are all welcome at Bridges. I offer therapies to suit every need, and I enjoy working with people who are ready for change. Bridges offers HIPAA compliant Telemedicine, therefore serving ALL MT communities. The physical office is located in Billings. Let’s get you from where you are to where you want to be!
I am committed to meeting YOUR needs! It is an incredibly brave thing to admit when we are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, are vulnerable, stuck, or just want someone to listen. When you work with Bridges, you are in a safe space where you will not be judged! Children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families are all welcome at Bridges. I offer therapies to suit every need, and I enjoy working with people who are ready for change. Bridges offers HIPAA compliant Telemedicine, therefore serving ALL MT communities. The physical office is located in Billings. Let’s get you from where you are to where you want to be!
Janelle Van Steeland
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I have been working in the mental health field since 2004. I began this journey working as a community mentor for children. Since that time, I have had many different roles. I have worked providing specialized services to children and families, been a lead clinician, and provided school based care before jumping into the private practice realm. My heart lies in helping people reach their full potential! Through working with diverse ages and client populations, I have learned that each person and system are unique.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2004. I began this journey working as a community mentor for children. Since that time, I have had many different roles. I have worked providing specialized services to children and families, been a lead clinician, and provided school based care before jumping into the private practice realm. My heart lies in helping people reach their full potential! Through working with diverse ages and client populations, I have learned that each person and system are unique.
Malissa Steffes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Through my schooling and work in the field I have experience working with children in the school setting, community and child protective services.
I have experience working with children diagnosed "SED" (seriously emotionally disturbed) in the school setting to foster children and families. I also am currently doing custody evaluations for the Yellowstone County Court system (13th Judicial District). I am interested in helping those who want to help themselves or their family.
I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Through my schooling and work in the field I have experience working with children in the school setting, community and child protective services.
I have experience working with children diagnosed "SED" (seriously emotionally disturbed) in the school setting to foster children and families. I also am currently doing custody evaluations for the Yellowstone County Court system (13th Judicial District). I am interested in helping those who want to help themselves or their family.
406 Counseling Services
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
I recognize how difficult it can be to allow someone into your world and seek help from an outside person. I appreciate the value in relationships and center my therapy practice around building strong relationships. My goal as your therapist is to work alongside you developing new skills and refreshing skills you forgot you had. Life is a journey filled with happiness and sorrow. Sometimes the difficulty experienced in life can lead a person feeling sad, lonely, agitated, hopeless and unsure of the future. Seeking counseling is just another journey in life. I am here to help you on that journey.
I recognize how difficult it can be to allow someone into your world and seek help from an outside person. I appreciate the value in relationships and center my therapy practice around building strong relationships. My goal as your therapist is to work alongside you developing new skills and refreshing skills you forgot you had. Life is a journey filled with happiness and sorrow. Sometimes the difficulty experienced in life can lead a person feeling sad, lonely, agitated, hopeless and unsure of the future. Seeking counseling is just another journey in life. I am here to help you on that journey.
Joy Monroe
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59101
Because of past experiences working with a variety of cultures and ages, counseling sessions feel like a friendly visit rather than interaction between counselor and client. However, Dr. Monroe incorporates skills into the visit which provide therapeutic technique. Although in-person visits are recommended, using doxy provides a secure network for telehealth and can be used from the comfort of your home. These experiences are designed to create a positive emotional healing process for the client.
Because of past experiences working with a variety of cultures and ages, counseling sessions feel like a friendly visit rather than interaction between counselor and client. However, Dr. Monroe incorporates skills into the visit which provide therapeutic technique. Although in-person visits are recommended, using doxy provides a secure network for telehealth and can be used from the comfort of your home. These experiences are designed to create a positive emotional healing process for the client.
Serenitee Counseling ,LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS,LCPC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59105
Teenagers have their own set of struggles including peer pressure, self esteem issues, depression and anxiety. Their hormones are changing as are their bodies and can be a very tough time. Most children under age 6 can't put into words how they're feeling so play therapy is the best way to help them work through their feelings, which I utilize. It's also very important that parents have the skills to help their children through these tough times and I use Love and Logic parenting to help parents learn skills that help everyone in the family.
Teenagers have their own set of struggles including peer pressure, self esteem issues, depression and anxiety. Their hormones are changing as are their bodies and can be a very tough time. Most children under age 6 can't put into words how they're feeling so play therapy is the best way to help them work through their feelings, which I utilize. It's also very important that parents have the skills to help their children through these tough times and I use Love and Logic parenting to help parents learn skills that help everyone in the family.
Nicole Walksalong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
Accepting New Clients! Do you have concerns or worries you have difficulty resolving? Is your child struggling with their feelings and you're seeing new behaviors? Do you have past life events which seem to linger and cannot resolve on their own? I can help you with that! You'd benefit from working with an experienced therapist who has worked with many concerns including depression, anxiety, marital issues, blended/adoptive families and behavioural issues. I am trained in EMDR therapy and other models of treatment to help address your concerns. I am located in MT but provide tele-health therapy across MT and ND.
Accepting New Clients! Do you have concerns or worries you have difficulty resolving? Is your child struggling with their feelings and you're seeing new behaviors? Do you have past life events which seem to linger and cannot resolve on their own? I can help you with that! You'd benefit from working with an experienced therapist who has worked with many concerns including depression, anxiety, marital issues, blended/adoptive families and behavioural issues. I am trained in EMDR therapy and other models of treatment to help address your concerns. I am located in MT but provide tele-health therapy across MT and ND.
Serendipity Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Kristina Brakebush and I providing virtual counseling services in Montana. My ideal client for mental health therapy may be someone who has complex trauma, or someone who PTSD, anxiety, depression and grappling with stress, and desiring a safe place that is supportive to help explore emotions and their coping skills. They desire understanding, coping strategies, and a path toward emotional wellness, striving to enhance their overall quality of life and build resilience. I specialize in working with children through telehealth from ages 5 years old and up.
Welcome! My name is Kristina Brakebush and I providing virtual counseling services in Montana. My ideal client for mental health therapy may be someone who has complex trauma, or someone who PTSD, anxiety, depression and grappling with stress, and desiring a safe place that is supportive to help explore emotions and their coping skills. They desire understanding, coping strategies, and a path toward emotional wellness, striving to enhance their overall quality of life and build resilience. I specialize in working with children through telehealth from ages 5 years old and up.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.