Therapists for college students near University of Montana

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 offer virtual (online) sessions only at this time. Some sessions can be made by appointment if openings are not noted on my calendar - just ask! Sometimes the anxiety and depression that come with life changes, trauma, relationship issues or job stress can be distracting and affect our ability to thrive. When people work through their thoughts and feelings, they often report feeling more clarity and a deeper sense of vitality and purpose. You can expect to be gently challenged to explore your experiences in a safe, kind and private space when you work with me. I've helped people find more confident self expression in decision-making and relationships. I've also had people report performing better in sports, school or the arts. Many people find themselves making better, more positive behavioral changes as they feel better emotionally. I use an eclectic mix of theories, often including psychodynamic work, in therapy to include the entire person: mind, body and soul. I try to educate and empower people to use practical tools they learn in therapy in realistic, lifelong ways. It takes courage to be vulnerable and acknowledge you'd like some help along this journey. I know because I've been there myself. Take the first step and I'll meet you there.

Are you experiencing more stress or anxious feelings lately? Struggling in relationships? Perhaps you feel emotions more deeply than others? If this resonates, I may be the therapist for you. Therapy can be a profound way to inspire change, and ultimately help YOU connect with your inner wisdom to step into your true authentic purpose. Life is beautiful, but can also be so incredibly painful sometimes. I believe we each have the inner strength to overcome challenges and childhood wounds, and it is my role to help you realize these strengths. You CAN feel differently, heal, and change your life TODAY. As a holistic therapist, I believe each client is interconnected through mind, body, and spirit; and integrate various treatment modalities into therapy. I specialize in treating individuals with symptoms of stress/anxiety, past trauma, and relationship issues. I also enjoy working with grief/loss (including pets), creatives, and Highly Sensitive People. I strive to build a trusting relationship with my clients and provide a safe space to be fully seen and heard. From my own experience as well as others', I have seen the amazing healing benefits of therapy. I feel honored to hold space and witness clients blossom into the person they are MEANT to be. Please reach out for a free 15 minute phone consultation.

I support young adults in healing from trauma, managing anxiety and depression, and discovering who you are and want to be. I enjoy working with college students, helping you sort out new experiences and relationships, juggle school, work, and financial responsibilities, while also making sense of your family background. My approach is gentle, compassionate, and respectful of you and your process. In addition to in person and telehealth sessions, I also offer walking sessions and sessions in nature. My office is located near the MSU campus.

My name is Aimee Lang, and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC). I believe each individual is unique, and views the world through an individualistic lens- given their experiences. I feel everyone deserves the opportunity to be heard. It takes a lot of courage to take a step towards enhancing ones well-being. Often, people feel lost and overwhelmed in their past and current struggles. I have a varied clinical background focused on working with children, adults and families who are struggling with life changes, anxiety, depression, PTSD, divorce, autism, attachment and existential crisis. Through the process of counseling, you are not alone. I work to tailor treatment to each individuals needs. I strive to build a safe and trusting environment and therapeutic relationship. My work is influenced from a person centered perspective, also incorporating expressive arts and play therapy. Lastly, I believe in listening to your story with compassion, warmth, and acceptance. It is my goal to collaborate with you to work towards finding your authentic self and inner strength to take on life's challenges. Please feel free to call and schedule a free consultation.

Hi, I'm Erica Parrish, M.S., NCC, LSC, LCPC, PhD Candidate — a licensed clinical professional counselor, licensed school counselor, and coach based in Bozeman, Montana. With over 15 years of experience in mental health and education, I bring a grounded, relational approach that meets clients exactly where they are. My background is rooted in supporting students directly: I previously worked at Montana State University in Counseling and Psychological Services, and spent 10+ years as a high school counselor before that. That combination gives me a deep understanding of the academic pressures, transitions, and personal challenges college students face — from homesickness and identity development to anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout. I currently teach and supervise graduate counseling students at MSU, so I stay closely connected to the campus community and the counseling field. I work with students on trauma and healing (including EMDR and complex trauma care), anxiety and emotional regulation, self-worth and boundaries, relationship challenges, and the everyday "adulting" skills that come with navigating college life. I bring humor, directness, and warmth to sessions, and I believe growth happens best through honest conversation and genuine connection. I'm also bilingual in English and Spanish. If you're not sure where to start, I offer a free 30-minute consultation so we can talk about what you're looking for and see if we're a good fit — no pressure, no obligation.

Navigating college can be overwhelming. If you are exhausted by academic pressures, stuck in painful patterns, or struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, perfectionism, or faith transitions, therapy can help. As a relational therapist, I explore how early experiences shape your present. Integrating compassion-focused and systemic therapies, we will address internal self-criticism and the impact of external systems on your wellbeing. My approach is collaborative, honoring the protective nature of all parts of you to help you build an authentic, self-compassionate life. I also provide Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. Because our work is deeply relational, finding the right fit is essential. I offer secure telehealth to flexibly fit around your classes and schedule. If my approach resonates with you, I invite you to reach out to connect. I am best reached by email, if you call, our practice manager, Larissa, may reach out to your first.

Welcome to In Focus Mental Health, where your mental health journey is supported by the highest standard of care through the convenience of telehealth. As a leading outpatient psychiatric clinic, we pride ourselves on providing expert care exclusively by board-certified psychiatrists. Our team consists of highly trained physicians who specialize in the field of psychiatry, offering a depth of knowledge and a level of care that is both profound and personal. At In Focus Mental Health, we are dedicated to treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions with a particular emphasis on depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Our approach is rooted in a deep understanding of these conditions, ensuring that each treatment plan is carefully tailored to your individual needs. By choosing us, you are choosing a level of expertise that only certified psychiatrists can provide, ensuring that your care is in the most capable hands. We believe that access to top-tier psychiatric care should be straightforward and stigma-free. Our telehealth services make it easy for you to receive the support you need, wherever you are, without compromising on quality. At In Focus Mental Health, we are committed to your mental wellness and are here to support you every step of the way on your path to better mental health.

It’s cliche but true that life is a journey. One in which we can hopefully take our time to explore different paths, feel connected in relationships, and find balance in the everyday. Yet just like wandering in our natural world, this journey can be full of twists and turns, brambles, steep ascents, and slippery descents. At times, you may feel alone, stuck, exhausted, or simply too overwhelmed to want to keep moving. In these situations, therapy can help. In particular, I view therapy as a space for healing, reflection, and change. One in which we can better outfit you with the skills and perspectives you need most for the journey you are on. Regardless of how you are hoping to grow or heal, my style is process driven and rooted in self-guided meaning making. I take a culturally-attuned and trauma-informed approach. Understanding that even as you are shaped by social and cultural contexts, you are a unique individual and the expert on your own identity. I consider myself to be an eclectic practitioner with a cultural-relational focus, integrating various therapeutic approaches in order to meet each person’s needs. Above all, I believe healthy relationships are fundamental to emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive growth. That being said, a few styles that guide my work are Emotions-Focused, Attachment, Acceptance and Commitment, and Cognitive-Behavioral. My ultimate hope is that our work together will both allow you to feel safe showing up just as you are, and support you in finding growth as your most authentic and free self. Reach out for a free consultation! I look forward to connecting with you to see if we are a good match.

Finding the right therapist can feel a bit like dating—you want someone who "gets" it without you having to explain every little thing. While every person I work with is unique, the students who tend to thrive in my practice often find themselves at a similar crossroads. If any of the following sounds familiar, we’ll likely work very well together: 1. The "High-Achiever" Burnout Many of my clients are experts at looking like they have it all together. On the outside, you’re hitting deadlines and showing up for friends; on the inside, you’re exhausted and constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop. We work best together if you're ready to peel back the pressure of perfectionism and find out who you are when you aren’t "performing." 2. The Weight of "What’s Next?" College and graduate school are massive transition periods. I work best with students who feel paralyzed by the sheer number of choices ahead—career paths, relationships, or moving away from home. If you feel like you’re supposed to have a "map" for your life but you're currently standing in a fog, I’m here to help you clear the air. 3. The "Identity Explorer" Many students I see are navigating a shift in how they see themselves. This might involve: Coming to terms with cultural or family expectations that don't align with your personal goals. Exploring your identity or orientation in a new environment. Managing the "imposter syndrome" that tells you that you don't belong in the room you worked so hard to get into. How We’ll Work Together I don't believe in "doctor-speak" or complicated clinical terms. Our sessions are a conversation. I’m not here to just nod and say "How does that make you feel?"—I’m here to: Validate your stress: Because "just being a student" is actually a full-time, high-pressure job. Identify patterns: Noticing those loops your brain gets stuck in (like late-night overthinking). Build a toolkit: Giving you actual, real-world ways to handle a panic attack before a midterm or a difficult conversation with a roommate. Bottom line: If you’re looking for a space where you can be messy, honest, and even use a bit of humor to get through the tough stuff, we’re going to get along great.

Hi, I’m Jay Johnson, a Licensed Addiction Counselor at North Star Counseling & Recovery. I help people understand their relationship with alcohol and other substances and work toward changes that fit their goals. You may be questioning your use, dealing with consequences, or looking for support in recovery. You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. My approach is collaborative, practical, and nonjudgmental. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, build skills for handling stress and triggers, and strengthen the supports that help you move forward. College can bring new pressures, relationships, and responsibilities. My goal is to offer a space where you can talk honestly and take meaningful steps toward the life you want.

Behavioral Health Consulting Solutions (BHCS) is a welcoming mental health practice that helps people better understand how their brains and bodies work together. We specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, autism, anxiety, burnout, OCD, and other overlapping mental health challenges. Many of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck after years of trying to “push through” their struggles. At BHCS, we take time to look at the full picture — including stress, sensory experiences, emotions, physical health, relationships, and daily life — so we can help people find answers that actually make sense. We believe different brains are valuable, not broken. To accomplish this, we practice from a different, over-deficit mindset. Our goal is to create a supportive space where people feel understood, gain clarity about themselves, and learn tools to thrive in school, work, relationships, and everyday life.

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!

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.

My goal is to bring warmth and acceptance to all my clients and to provide them with concrete skills that they can use to help solve their problems and live more fulfilling lives. I am licensed in New York and Montana. College can be a really fun and exciting chapter in one's life; it can also feel really crazy and overwhelming! I see therapy as a means of promoting balance and happiness, and improving clients' relationships with themselves and those around them.

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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.

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!

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.

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.