Therapists for college students near University of Montana
Welcome. Our journey through life can be filled with an amazing variety of experiences; some we cherish and appreciate, while others leave us feeling hurt, stuck or struggling. When life sometimes throws us curve balls and challenges we were never expecting, it can be really helpful to have a caring, compassionate person along with us. If you are curious about your journey, or are feeling alone along the path, please reach out and contact me. You are important and I look forward to talking with you.
Why does it always feel like the to-do list is never-ending and what’s done is never quite enough? You are diligent about keeping on top of things and it’s gotten you pretty far. Yet, you find yourself asking “I’m running myself ragged for this?” Work-life balance? Who has time for that! Well, you are not alone. Like you, the individuals I work with tend to be busy, successful, professionals who feel stressed, anxious, and unsatisfied and struggle with burnout and imposter syndrome. They seem like they have it all together but live in fear of dropping the ball while trying to juggle all the other ones in the air. Sound familiar? The good news is that it doesn’t have to be this way. I help you sort out what needs to change and how to create a life where you feel excited and fulfilled. None of that is easy, but it is doable. My approach is genuine, kind, and challenging with a bit of cheerleader because we all need a friendly push sometimes with someone encouraging us along the way. You’re busy and don’t have time or energy to spend on things that don’t work. I use evidence-based strategies customized to meet your unique needs. Together we’ll create a plan that works for you. I offer individual therapy exclusively online as well as other services such as workshops and mindfulness. Contact me for a free consultation.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist offering online therapy to college students and young adults across MT and WA. My approach to therapy is integrative, attachment-based, diversity-affirming, and depathologizing. This means that I help you to understand your struggles through the lens of neurobiological adaptions to social environments and relational experiences versus symptoms of a disorder. I work with a variety of presenting concerns and specialize in the effects of complex trauma, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood swings, dissociative processes, ADHD/executive functioning difficulties, self-destructive behavior, identify confusion or conflict, and difficulties feeling safe, close, or understood in the context of relationships. Therapy is not about me telling you what to do; its about co-creating therapeutic relationship that fosters a curious and compassionate expanded awareness of yourself, so that you can use that information to direct whatever changes you're needing to feel more authentic, connected, and empowered in your life. I tend to integrate the following treatment modalities/interventions: somatic/mindfulness-based therapies, Trauma-informed Stabilization Treatment-informed "parts work", DBT skills, and interpersonal and emotion-focused therapy. I also have training in CBT, MI, and CPT for clients wanting/needing a more top-down approach.
I offer individual and couples therapy for those navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and life transitions. My approach is holistic, person-centered, and deeply informed by attachment theory, Somatic experiencing, and depth psychology. Using an integrated approach, I help clients reconnect with their inner world, build secure attachments, and heal at their own pace. my goal is to create a grounded, non-judgmental space where your mental health and personal growth are supported with care and intention.
Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, difficulty with a life transition, a situational stressor, or looking to understand yourself better, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore how aspects of your identity impact you, your relationships, your self-esteem, and your needs. I focus on helping my clients gain insight into their patterns, understand their emotions more fully, and develop healthier, more authentic ways of being in the world. When we understand the unconscious dynamics that shape how we view and interact with both ourselves and others, we can create more meaningful, supportive connections to improve overall well-being. I specialize in depth-oriented therapy, integrating evidence-based approaches of Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Psychodynamic Therapy to assist you in exploring your emotional worlds, healing from past wounds, and building stronger, more fulfilling connections while decreasing symptoms impacting day-to-day functioning. I have also completed specialized trainings in ADHD/neurodiversity and enjoy working with individuals who identify as neurodivergent.
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Find Your Balance. Discover Your Voice. Be a work in progress. College can be exciting—but also overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating new independence, academic pressure, relationship changes, or figuring out who you want to be in the world, therapy can give you the tools and space to grow. I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience helping people make sense of their inner world. My approach blends logic and curiosity (thanks to my background in Philosophy) with a deep respect for how our emotions, body, and even the unconscious shape our daily lives. You might find us exploring your thoughts through Socratic dialogue, diving into dreamwork, connecting with symbols and stories like The Hero’s Journey, or looking at how your brain makes decisions from a neuro-economics perspective. If you’re ready to explore not just *what* you’re feeling, but *why*, and learn how to bring your hidden patterns into the light, I’ll walk alongside you—helping you meet yourself with more clarity, compassion, and confidence.
College can be a truly stressful time for many - there is so much to juggle! Homework and deadlines, all kinds of relationships, deciding what to do for a career, finances, looking at your personal beliefs, time management... the list goes on! This can be a time of life full of anxiousness, uncertainty, internal and external pressures and expectations, and difficulties with time management and procrastination due to a myriad of environmental stressors. It also seems like you're never able to really turn "off" when you're not at school because it feels like there's always *something* you should be or could be working on. I work with all of these issues, and I have been told I have a warm, interactive, and relational style of counseling. I enjoy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psycho-educational tools, and mindfulness methods to help clients reach a greater sense of wellbeing and productivity. I truly love working with college populations, whether that means "traditional" student ages or "non-traditional" ages. I look forward to hearing from you! (Also, my office is within walking or biking distance from MSU's campus, if you happen to be without a car.)
Our clients share a commitment to wellness. Do you battle with depression, anxiety, social anxiety, or post-traumatic stress? Are you struggling to manage ADD/ADHD symptoms? Wondering whether you might have a problem with alcohol or drug use? Looking for court-ordered classes or evaluations? Seeking help with grief or loss, adjustment to a new situation? We offer services that can help with all these questions and more, including medication management and medication assisted recovery/treatment (MAT/MAR) in a patient-centered, trauma sensitive setting.
Hello! I am a depth-oriented psychotherapist, which means in our work together we will explore more than just your current thoughts. We will dig deeper and bring forth repressed content and parts of the self that have been rejected or ignored. This treatment is best for clients with anxiety, trauma, and/or depression. Interventions I commonly use include active imagination, dream work, and amplifying symptoms. I also have training in OCD and anxiety, and absolutely love seeing clients move from a life trapped in perfectionism and rigidity, and on to a path towards living the life they've always wanted.
My goal is to support clients as they seek positive changes in their lives, navigate challenges, or develop skills to better manage their emotions. Whether you struggle with trauma, mood, relationships, disordered eating, body-image issues, or low self-esteem, I am here to offer non-judgmental support through a strengths-based, collaborative relationship. Together, we can build resilience, explore feelings of shame, pursue authenticity, and develop sustainable motivation for change. My practice integrates a range of treatment modalities depending on your presenting needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I work with both individuals and couples. Please contact me via email to set up a time to chat. I am available for both telehealth and in-person sessions.
You’ve been holding it together the best you can, but you are tired. Exhausted from the constant worry, waiting for the next shoe to drop, and never feeling like you’re enough. Sleepless nights, self criticism, and gripping anxiety may make sense given everything you’ve been through, but you are ready to find some relief and start caring for yourself as much as you care for those around you. I help women and teen girls feel confident that they can handle what life throws their way, to feel empowered to honor their needs and boundaries, and to overcome the past to find new patterns of relating to themselves and others. Together we can compassionately untangle what it is that gets in the way of living the life you long for and reconnect to a more easeful, connected, and authentic way of being in the world. I specialize in supporting survivors of trauma, caregivers, and social and environmental justice activists seeking sustainable involvement in movements for change. Schedule a free consultation with me (online booking available through my website) to start shifting the patterns that keep you from feeling calm, confident, and connected to your life.
I am passionate about working with students who are seeking help with navigating life's many curveballs and looking to gain insight into themselves. I have experience working with a diverse set of young adults struggling with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma. I utilize a holistic approach in meeting each individual where they are at in their lives in order to help them reach their goals and have a deeper awareness of self, others, and the world around them.
At Inner Journey we are a team of dedicated provider supporting our clients to move in the direction of their values. We work with you to move through your struggles so that you may do what matters. If indicated, we can provide Ketamine Assisted Therapy in order to facilitate this growth. We look forward to working with you!
Having a safe and supportive place to explore one's story can lead to wellness, healing and growth. I practice from a holistic, integrated approach regarding mental health and/or substance use issues, understanding that increasing mental health and healing also can help clients manage triggers and cravings to use alcohol and/or drugs that have led to problems or have complicated their lives. I also understand that each individual is unique, and it is crucial as a therapist to use flexibility, understanding and active listening to work together on treatment goals that will work best for each client. I incorporate Strength-Based approaches into my therapeutic work as well Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution-Focused approaches when appropriate to help individuals move towards growth and change. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address unresolved traumatic wounds in adults and adolescents. I began my counseling training in 2014 as an intern in addiction counseling and since graduating from the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master's Program at the University of Montana in 2015 I have been working from an integrated approach to mental health and addiction in individual and group counseling, including the Missoula DBT Collaborative program.
Mindfulness provides a way of paying attention to our experience, which is crucial to our ability to change. Mindfulness also provides a pathway through the experience of suffering to greater heath, well-being, and a more fulfilling life. Mindfulness is central to my practice, and my approach is informed by thirty years of experience with mindfulness and meditation. I work a lot with helping fold manage anxiety and depression and have extensive training in working with trauma.
I’m so glad you’re here. Therapy is a valuable way to support your growth and overall well-being. I will support you in sitting with your pain, anxiety, stress, and life’s inevitable changes. It’s natural to try to push down uncomfortable and unpleasant feelings, though they will find their way out - often in ways we can’t anticipate. In our work, we will make space for what’s hard, to build the courage to face your internal world; with curiosity and compassion.
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Have you ever wondered if there was a way to feel more grounded, less overwhelmed, and more connected to the world around you? Trauma has a way of causing us to believe that we are less than who we are--less good, less lovable, and less safe. Trauma can cause us to disconnect from our own lives, the people we love, and our sense of spiritual belonging, causing us to feel adrift, anxious, and unsettled. I specialize in trauma informed counseling and have seen amazing changes when people prioritize their healing and growth. With the world changing every day there is no better time than right now to build resilience and heal. I am trained in EMDR, hypnotherapy, and other trauma focused therapies, and specialize in issues related to abuse, neglect and trauma. Everyone deserves to have someone on their side and there is no situation too big or too complicated that therapy can't help with. If you want to feel better, therapy can help! If you are looking for someone to talk to who will listen without judgment or criticism and who will help you heal and grow, please visit me at www.bluebirdpsychotherapy.com for more information about me and my practice!