Therapists for college students near University of Montana

"If you never heal from what hurt you, you will bleed on people who didn't cut you." Mental health is just as important as physical health and yet we find often ourselves lacking in self care and emotional attention. Maybe you find yourself lashing out at loved ones, or having difficulties communicating effectively within relationships. Maybe you have inner doubts or shame that you have never been able to share in a safe and supportive setting. Maybe you are sick of constantly feeling depressed or anxious with no apparent cause and with minimal hope of change.

Bring your pain, bring your anger, bring your crazy and your weird—it’s all welcome here. I work with individual adults and couples to discover new ways of relating to the self and one another. By reworking the connections between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the here and now, we have the opportunity to release unwanted patterns that keep us stuck. I lead with respect, compassion and curiosity to help you identify strengths and build resources. I often challenge those I am working with to navigate feelings of discomfort in order to release trauma, disrupt toxic patterns and increase quality of life. I use relational techniques and Somatic Experiencing to help folks grow their sense of emotional balance and authenticity in life and relationships. It takes courage to embark on a healing journey, and it is an act of resistance to reclaim our peace and joy in a chaotic world. I believe in finding a pace, rhythm, and style that works for both of us in order to forge a relationship built on safety and trust. I hope to walk alongside you as you cultivate the life you want to live.

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Blair Anne Hensen is the owner of Open Routes Counseling, a private practice for families, couples, and individuals. Blair specializes in relationships, and works with clients to reduce reactivity, build inner awareness of thoughts and emotions, and improve connection. She draws on her own process of personal discovery, healing, and adventure to travel alongside others to explore new terrain – be it external or internal. Join her for this unique learning opportunity to understand and deepen your own relationships!

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At Big Sky Psychological Consortium, PLLC, we pride ourselves on being a cohesive and collaborative group of providers that strive to achieve excellence in the delivery of all services. Our group has been in practice since 2014, and we bring a combined 70+ years of experience in the field to our work. We believe in training and education at all levels, and we infuse these values into every aspect of our practice. We regularly engage in group consultation to learn from and engage with all providers, regardless of their years of experience. This approach allows us to deliver short-term or long-term treatment approaches that are theoretically driven, evidence-based, and informed by psychodynamic treatment that incorporates aspects of other theoretical approaches. Our providers value the team and rely on it regularly to support each other in the delivery of our services.

Micah Duke is dual board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and board-certified as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. He has nearly two decades of experience helping adults and children in crisis and emergency situations. Micah self-identifies as a "professional student" and understands the many stresses associated with leaving home and attending college. He believes in a holistic, person-centered approach to mental health that focuses on both the physical and mental stresses of life. He also believes that everybody needs someone to talk to sometime so nobody should ever feel stigmatized for seeking mental health help.

Hi I am Amanda Behrendt, formerly Amanda Crawford. My life's journey has led me here to a career in helping others. I graduated from Montana State University with a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. My ideal client would be an adolescent or an adult who is ready to make changes. Counseling is a partnership but can only result in growth if the client is ready to make changes and is ready to allow for growth to occur. My passion for working collaboratively with others to find healing, strengths and growth has brought me to working as a counselor with a variety of individuals. I have experience working with adults and adolescents in outpatient facilities and school settings, parents and caregivers in the perinatal period, as well as adolescents and children in an inpatient/residential facility. My approach is based on helping others live fulfilling and meaningful lives. The goal is to discover ones authentic self and then to support them in making choices that are aligned with core aspects of who they are. In addition, helping one to discover the power they have in creating a life that is best suited to themselves.

My goal as a counselor is to help you feel comfortable to face life's challenges, no matter the circumstances. Therapy can feel like a leap of faith, and I'm here to help create safety. Through this process, you can search for your truest self and honest desires without ever feeling like you're alone. For better or for worse, we live within our own world where we are the center and the focus. Therapy can be difficult. I also believe it can be connective, creative, insightful, and foster immense healing. And the hardest part can be reaching out. My approach is emotion focused, attachment based, and incorporates the rewriting of our own stories. This means that I am always guiding our lens in therapy to fit your needs in the process, while encouraging emotional exploration surrounding the narratives that dominate our lives. Therapy can feel like storytelling where you finally hold the pen. I work primarily with teenagers and college aded adults. My expertise includes treatment of anxiety, perfectionism, depression, eating disorders, chronic illness and life transitions. I welcome all people into my space regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity and ability. If you think we may be a good fit, please reach out. I'd be happy to talk.

Sweetgrass believes in the notion that every person is the expert on themselves. We just happen to be the experts on psychology. When we combine our expertise, our therapists and clients unlock the client’s dormant potential, find new (healthier) ways of engaging with loved ones, and move a step or two closer to brightness. Truth-be-told, our therapists are often changed by the power of the work we do and humbled by our clients’ bravery, strength, and determination. We all consider ourselves to be so lucky to get to do this work and we would love the opportunity to work with you. Each clinician at Sweetgrass is as unique as our clients. We all have different histories, training, personalities, and values and our individuality shines through in our work. Megan, our Director of Client Services, is available to answer questions or help you find the right therapist. We also invite you to browse through our team profiles to see if you think you see someone who might be able to help you get to where you’d like to be.

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My ideal client knows their concerns and is willing to work alongside me finding solutions that work for them with the ultimate goal of improving their overall quality of life. I have worked using a wide range of modalities, but find myself frequently utilizing CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. With that said, I have a strong creative writing background, and feel that writing through experiences can help provide a sense of empowerment and insight. I also was raised by a group of yogis, who taught me of the mind-body connection and the many benefits of incorporating mindfulness practices into one's daily life. In terms of my formal training, I have worked in the social work and mental health fields since 2008, and have extensive experience working with all manner of demographics and diagnoses. I am a strong proponent of examining one's self-talk, as well as examining the ties shared among the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual, and aim to support clients in finding balance and fulfillment in all four areas. I also feel that therapy is about maximizing one's quality of life, and not merely about fixing one's problems. If your ideal life differs from from your current experience, I would like to help you explore how you can close the gap between the two.

Sometimes, life becomes overwhelming, whether it's because of a major life change, a tough breakup, difficulties at school, or the overwhelming grief of losing someone you care about. Perhaps you feel trapped in a fog, or you're finding it difficult to explain your emotions and thoughts to others. Maybe you're experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, or even thoughts of ending your life. You have been navigate these challenges alone for so long, and now you're looking for help. That’s where I come in. As a licensed clinical professional counselor, I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults work through these difficult emotions and experiences. My approach is centered on offering a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore what you’re going through and help you find relief. I believe in empowering you on your path toward restoration and growth, providing the tools and perspective you need to cope and heal. Whether you're seeking hope, understanding, coping skills, or a way to make sense of the chaos, I am here to walk alongside you on that journey. Send me a message or give me a call and let's get you on your way. Not sure if therapy is right for you? Not sure if I am the right fit? I am happy to talk with you and see if I might be a good fit for your needs. Contact me to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.

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Couples and Sex Therapist

Charlie Health is a virtual behavioral health program for adolescents and young adults with moderate or severe mental health concerns or co-occurring substance use or eating disorders. Designed to meet the needs of those who require more than weekly therapy, our program combines curated group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy into personalized treatment programs. We are helping to serve those who are in crisis, or have been historically underserved, by eliminating the most significant treatment barriers: geographical and financial access. We work with nearly all commercial insurance nationwide and have no waitlist, thereby helping people access quality, evidence-based care regardless of insurance, location, or other barriers.

I have been practicing as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) for 8 years. I started my counseling career at Youth Dynamics Inc. I learned to meet youth where they are at and work together to help them gain confidence to overcome the challenges they face. I also have work with adults navigating the waves of life individually and in relationships. In all circumstances I have helped those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiance, divorce, personality disorders, couples counseling, marriage counseling, and victims of trauma. Some additional information about is I am currently retired from the United States Army. I was enlisted on Active Duty for 4 years from 2004-2008 and then started my endeavor becoming an office in the Army Reserve through ROTC. I was a company commander where listening to soldiers is what prompted me to move toward Army Chaplaincy. My passion is to support, navigate, and overcome challenges others face together.

I view counseling as both vulnerable and courageous. I acknowledge the strength and innate capacity for growth in all of my clients and believe that counseling works best when it is client-driven and collaborative. In my counseling practice, I start from a place of unconditional positive regard, period. I aim to work with people to identify and grow their truest selves so that they may behave authentically in their lives and relationships. Ultimately, I believe that humans want to connect with each other and let ourselves be seen. It is my experience that we want to live authentic, meaningful lives. I believe this is most easily achieved when what we do, say, think, and feel align. I aim to model authenticity while supporting clients. (I also knows this is hard and am constantly working on it too!) In my free time, I love to read, bother her three cats (Kevin, Porkbun, and Bug) and throw surprise parties. (Ok I've thrown one, but it went well ok!) I see clients at two private practices in town! (Oh Hi Collective and Mind Matters Counseling) Depending on your schedule, we'll figure it out! Talk soon. :)