Therapists for college students near University of Montana

Hi there! I'm a Montana Native that has been a therapist for over a decade. I've been working with college students since the beginning of my practice, getting my Masters degree at MSU. Much of my experience is helping students of all ages navigate the mental health challenges of being a student and preparing for life after school. I use meditation and grounding as the basis of my practice and I believe that therapy should be effective and focused. I offer free consultations and telehealth and in person visits. I look forward to talking to you!

Trying to navigate your sense of self in the stressful state of the world can be exceptionally challenging. Do you feel weighed down by persistent anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or overwhelming stress? If you are seeking a space where you can gain deeper self-understanding and alleviate distress, you’ve come to the right place. Within each of us lies the potential to overcome specific challenges and conflicts that weigh us down. I prioritize building a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship allowing us to explore patterns of thought, emotional responses, and behaviors that may hinder your progress and influence your well-being. Together, we can harness your strengths to liberate you from self-limiting beliefs and the lingering impact of challenging experiences. Using evidence-based techniques such as cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, and somatic approaches, we will navigate your unique experiences, paving the way for a fulfilling and authentic existence. Finding the right therapist can be daunting. I value your time and the importance of finding a good fit. Call today to schedule a free consultation to see if working together aligns with your needs and goals.

College life brings a lot—freedom, excitement, and growth—but also stress, pressure, and uncertainty. Whether you’re transitioning into college, navigating the in-between, or preparing for what’s next, it can feel overwhelming and exhausting. Balancing academics with everything else—friendships, relationships, family, finances, work, and just being human—is a lot to carry. I aim to provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can express your concerns freely. You deserve to feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow. I use psychoeducation and evidence-based therapeutic practices to help you gain clarity, build coping skills, and move toward your goals. I look forward to hearing from you!

Feeling overwhelmed by classes, relationships, or the pressure to have everything figured out? Struggling with focus, motivation, anxiety, or stress? I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who works with college students navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My style is relaxed, supportive, and real. Therapy with me is a place to talk it out, learn skills that fit real college life, and feel more grounded moving forward.

I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. Amy provides a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences. My past work experiences have been in several areas. I have worked in healthcare with the geriatric population, provided school based mental health to kids from grades kindergarten through 12th grade, substance abuse counseling to college aged kids, crisis intervention with the armed forces and a private practice providing therapeutic services to a wide range of people, families and couples that include helping folks who struggle with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and life transitions/changes.

I provide care to older teens and adults looking for compassionate support as they navigate stress, relationships, the impact of trauma, and/or identity exploration. I use a collaborative approach with my clients help folks navigate the complex systems in our society (school, work, family, capitalism, healthcare, etc.) and explore the impact of these institutions on their wellbeing. I am passionate about helping others deepen their self-awareness, relationships with others, and understanding of their place in this world. As a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience providing individual and family care, my practice is grounded in anti-oppression and liberation philosophies. I specialize in trauma-informed care for LGBTQ+ individuals, helping folks recognize and build upon their strengths to develop a treatment plan that works for them based on their goals. I invite you to reach out for a consultation call for us to discuss what brings you to therapy and determine together if I may be the right fit for you at this time. My goal as a clinician is to lend support to others as they identify and work toward goals in an empowering, caring and affirming environment. I hope to hear from you soon!

Hi, I'm Jana Wagner, a therapist based in Bozeman, MT. I attended MSU and later worked on campus in the counseling center as a post-Masters degree intern. I highly enjoy working with college students and young adults, as I understand what a difficult and confusing time this can be for so many people. Transitioning from high school, living at home, etc. to the university setting can be incredibly challenging, but also a huge opportunity for growth. I have helped students reduce stress, learn skills to manage anxiety, improve depressive symptoms, and unpack and heal from family issues and trauma. I enjoy helping clients gain a strong sense of self-worth in order to improve their relationships with themselves and others. I believe in the importance of a strong client-therapist relationship in order to achieve lasting change and healing. My goal is to guide and support you in order to help you grow from challenges, heal old wounds, and create a life that feels balanced and meaningful to you. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe to be vulnerable and explore your emotions. If you are in need of support, I would be happy to talk with you to see if I may be a good fit for your needs. Please don't hesitate to reach out!

Erin Amato, MD, and her team are dedicated to providing the best psychiatric treatment to put you on the path to healing and enriched living. At Montana Psychiatry & Brain Health Center, we are dedicated to serving the mental health needs of pediatric and adult patients in our region. We aim to provide compassionate, thoughtful, and comprehensive care by using an integrative approach that focuses on biological, psychological, and social factors that are unique to each patient. In addition to traditional psychiatry and therapy services, we offer testing services, IV Ketamine Therapy, SPRAVATO (Esketamine Nasal Spray), and TMS Therapy.

"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.

Claire is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges by creating a warm and empathetic space. She understands that starting therapy can feel intimidating and emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered approach. Claire works to help clients gain insight, identify unhelpful patterns, and build more secure, connected relationships.

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 practice includes both individual or couples psychotherapy, as well as psychological evaluations, including general diagnostic evaluations, as well as evaluations for ADHD and learning disabilities. I can meet in person or by videoconference.

Through thick and thin the longest relationship you will have is with yourself, yet so often we give so much to others and forget to give to ourselves. We may not realize this until life piles up and feels hard to carry on our own. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, confused, or like it's time to put yourself first, now is the time. Therapy can be a place to deeper understand your experiences, foster your relationship with yourself, and heal. Together we can identify what you're experiencing, process historical and current contexts, and move through it to a place of healing. I specialize in working with college students, Indigenous peoples, identity development, cultural healing, relationships, transitions, intersectionality, stress, and meaning making/existentialism. I utilize relational and cultural frameworks to provide individually tailored treatment with a variety of different modalities to meet each person’s unique needs. As a Native Hawaiian, my therapeutic practice aims to recenter and reindigenize mental health/well-being through authentic connection, decreasing stigma, and increasing your trust within yourself and deeper ways of knowing. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can work together on your healing journey so you can lead the authentic life you want.

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.

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.

Substance use and mental health disorders can be isolating and stigmatizing for individuals who are working on their recovery. My approach to helping clients reach their goals is a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I have been working with individuals who suffer from substance use and mental health disorders such as trauma, relationship issues, grief, personality disorders, and mood disorders since 2018. Since working with these individuals I have become compassionate about helping people reach their goals and become their best self. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their goals in treatment and come from a strength based approach. I would love to talk with you more about your recovery journey.

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Therapy should be a welcoming place where you feel safe, accepted, and understood. So many people hesitate to reach out for help because they fear they’ll have a bad experience, or have tried therapy in the past, only to feel it didn’t work. While the type of treatment is important, it really comes down to the connection you share with your therapist. That’s why I start with an open, non-judgmental space where we can get to know each other. If it’s a good match, we can begin your unique healing journey together. Ultimately you are the one who knows yourself best and I’m here to support you as you tap into that inner wisdom. While serving in Big Sky directly, both in-person and Telehealth, I am also available to all of Montana and have a passion for connecting in rural areas. I help people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and broader issues like major life changes or difficulty coping. Together we’ll find the best approach for you. Therapy doesn’t have to be something you dread. It’s not about “fixing” yourself. Instead it’s an opportunity for exploration, forgiveness, and acceptance. By changing the story you tell yourself, you can experience more self-love, confidence, and peace. Reach out today, and let’s begin your journey.