Therapists in Kalispell, MT

We all face challenges, uncertainties and various struggles in life. Taking the steps to make changes at times are not always easy. I invite you to therapy if you are struggling with relationship issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or just feeling stuck in everyday life. I will provide you with a safe and private space where you can focus just on yourself and with tools to help you build a healthier relationship with yourself and with others around you.

Are you at a place in your life where you feel overwhelmed, unmotivated or just wondering what's happening to you or your relationship? Do you have personal, relationship, work or life transitions that feel overwhelming and are having difficulty resolving? I provide a safe, supportive, non judgmental environment to assist you in resolving these issues. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples and families in a variety of areas including; trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, insomnia, anger management and LGBTQIA issues. My goal is to provide you the tools and support needed to reach your goal.

I graduated from the University of Wyoming, and I have been licensed for 6 years, but I have worked in the Mental Health field for over 10 years. My work is my passion. My commitment to you is to show up fully prepared and keep an open mind as I support you in finding your own path and writing your own story. I have experience in helping clients process traumatic experiences, and navigate family conflicts, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and anger management. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for taking this risk and giving it a try.

In art therapy, we make things together to create a bridge to communication, sometimes staying in the metaphor, and other times using the art product as a jumping off point for verbal discussion. When using narrative therapy, we find new and creative ways to look at old, unproductive stories. We create goals together. I provide the solid, predictable framework and ongoing support, as well as parent coaching. We create opportunities for deep insight, meaningful growth and healthy risk-taking.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from all cultural backgrounds and from all walks of life. I offer outreach therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. After graduate school, I moved to Massachusetts, where I worked in both the traditional office setting, and in outreach, where I counseled clients in their homes. My lifelong love and appreciation for the outdoors called me to make a bold move to Montana. This is where I was exposed to the many opportunities to use my love of the outdoors to enrich the therapeutic process.

I am particularly drawn to working with children, teens, and adults, recognizing the importance of addressing mental health challenges at every stage of life. Whether it's creating a safe space for children to express themselves through play, guiding teens through the complexities of adolescence, or helping adults navigate life's obstacles, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support.

We are a group of therapists focused on helping children, teens, and adults break through the challenges preventing them from living their best lives.

I want to help others because I care about people, and I love what I do for that very reason. I, and if you would like my therapy canine Ronin, are excited to meet and work with you to help you achieve your goals. I received my Masters of Social Work in 2014 and I am licensed to practice with my LCSW. I specialize in cognitive/thought processes as well as behavioral issues.

Do you need support to improve your mental and emotional state of being? I am honest, loving, direct and non-judgmental; with a calling to help others by bringing awareness to what is causing mental suffering to facilitate healing. Services offered include a blend of various therapeutic modalities. One size does not fit all and I work uniquely with each client based on their specific need, emotional and psychological ailment, and temperament. Play therapy techniques are utilized when working with children. I am professionally trained in Somatic therapy used in treating trauma/PTSD and mindfulness techniques for stress reduction.

Meadowlark Counseling and Neurofeedback is a group of Clinical Social Workers who provide quality care. We assist clients by providing psychotherapy and neurofeedback for all ages and a variety of struggles. Let us help connect you with one of our providers who meets your needs and goals. Our current providers include: Melissa Clater, LCSW - Aaron Anciaux, LAC, LCSW - Paige Furniss, SWLC - Nathan Stahley, SWLC - Claire Compton, SWLC - Sarah Butts, SWLC. Please visit our website at www.meadowlarkcounselingmt.com to learn more.

Provision of Mental Health Services to Children and their families, providing crisis care and integrating trauma through utilization of case specific intervention strategies. Specializing in assessing, diagnosing, and treating Clients utilizing DSM-5-TR and correlating with ICD-10 codes. Proven successful in developing and running a program targeting high risk youth with SED diagnoses. Capable of conducting performance audits to meet quality standards and implement evidence-based mental health best practice procedures.

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.