Therapists in Montana

I have learned that the heart and success of therapy is a safe and trusting relationship /environment where people can grow. I work to provide this safety in a supportive and non judgmental environment which empowers and encourages this. My role is to be empathic and support/guide this growth as well as to give clients a greater understanding of themselves. I see us all as unique and gifted and value the varying depths and needs of people.

I am the owner of Summit Healing Center and am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. Do you feel like things are unbalanced, unmanageable and overwhelming? I believe thru all of life's challenges and obstacles we have a potential hidden within us that with support, empathy and compassion we can achieve and sustain. I am committed to supporting you find balance and serenity in your life, while learning and growing to make life long changes. I have 7+ years as a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years in the helping profession.

Welcome to my profile! Beginning a relationship with a therapist is a big step, and I am glad to help you through this process. Currently, I offer video teletherapy to clients in Montana and Alabama on a secure, HIPAA compliant platform.

Evidence-based models are used with all clients. EMDR, Brainspotting and neurobiological therapies are utilized for resolution of trauma and adverse life experiences. Applied Positive Psychology, CBT, EFT, mindfulness practices, and strengths-based approaches are used with individuals and couples for reducing anxiety, depression, and conflict, while improving communication skills, awareness, and overall health and well-being.

In therapy I don't just help people walk through their struggles, I help them discover what those problems are, and where they came from. In the office, I use psychodynamic, existential, and relational approaches to understand both why folks want to change, and why they haven't been able to, fully honoring that reluctance in order to make therapy enduring and empowering, ages 3 through 93, for families, couples, and individuals.

I believe in people's ability to heal and grow after difficult experiences. However, it can be hard to know where to start, who to trust, or what might be helpful. Maybe you experience depression or anxiety, suffer from the consequences of trauma and chronic pain, or would like to repair and strengthen your romantic relationship. Regardless of your life’s journey and obstacles, treatment can help! As a psychologist with a holistic and integrative approach, I utilize evidence-based treatments (the gold standard), while also incorporating other helpful tools depending on your unique concerns.

Hello! My name is Leslie and I work with folks struggling with a variety of challenges, such as grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I provide counseling services for anyone in early adulthood through late adulthood. As a former psychology professor with a Ph.D. in experimental psychology, I offer a unique understanding of behavioral theories in my work as a pre-licensed counselor. I serve a diverse client base, including couples, the LGBTIQ+ population, Veterans, and individuals at the end of life. I utilize an integrative approach in my work, focusing on evidence-based practices to best serve you on your path to wellness.

Your choice in considering assistance to overcome personal obstacles and progress forward indicates a level of commitment to improving your sense of well-being and overall contentment. Together, we can achieve your personal goals. Combining conventional and alternative approaches, a variety of styles and techniques are employed to incorporate what will be the most beneficial for the individual client. With sensitivity and compassion, I assist clients in discovering solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Specializing in adolescent issues, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.

It takes a lot to be a person. Perhaps you've lost a loved one, are going through a stressful life transition, or live with regrets. Or maybe you've been hurt by someone you thought was safe to trust. Life can be difficult, and yet hope remains. We thrive most in our relationships and connections with others instead of struggling through life's most painful moments by ourselves. In our work together, I promise to give you my utmost commitment, unwavering support, and care toward helping you heal and grow from your deepest pains and struggles.

I am a therapist with 30+ years experience. As I build a relationship with my clients I integrate traditional therapy with innovative "best practice" tools. I help people become strong at the broken places in their life so they can move forward with peace and confidence.

You already have, and can unlock, everything you need to live a fulfilling and purposeful life. My philosophy is that the person/people sitting across from me come with primary expertise, experience and wisdom. Each one is a specialist in their own self and their own life, and comes with inherent worth, value and dignity. My priority is to be fully present and aware in order to build trusting relationships, deeply understand, reflect each person's insights/solutions, and offer hope in other possibilities. It's an honor to be a partner and consultant in the process of uncovering hidden resources.

Discover your life's destiny of grace. Accomplish the marriage transformation you seek. Acquire the communication skills and relationship answers you need. Fulfill the purpose you and your marriage were created for. Where there is pain you will find joy where there is despair hope and where there is darkness light. We look forward to serving you and extending the master's touch. Our love for Christ as a husband and wife counseling team is complemented by a passion for helping men, women and children in need.

I practice a relational form of counseling, which means I weigh heavily on how and why our relationships develop while taking into consideration the mental, physical and emotional associations we draw or conclude from these relationships. The relationship between therapist and client, the relationships you have had over the course of your life, issues and/or concepts you have faced or struggled with, and, most importantly, the relationship you have with yourself are all focal points for counseling. Trust and building rapport with your therapist is paramount and I work to cultivate an environment that promotes respect and self-exploration.

The decision to find a therapist that is right for you could be the first step on the journey to your well-being. If you are in a relationship and looking for better communication or just bringing back the happiness that you remember you once had, I am well-studied in Gottman, Perel, and several other treatment styles that are effective for relationships. If your family is troubled and you want to find a place where everybody can express themselves safely and effectively, I can provide that space for healing and growth. Having wide-ranging theories and techniques allows for greater possibilities for success in your therapy outcomes.

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 a clinical social worker who enjoys working with individuals and couples. I believe strongly in the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate growth and change in our lives. There are times in life, we may find ourselves presented with situations that find us confused, frustrated, anxious or grief stricken. At times like this it can be helpful to seek therapy so that we may sort out deeper internal patterns that no longer serve us.

I help people feel better about their lives and relationships. In my 20 years as a therapist it has been gratifying to help my clients overcome depression and anxiety. In using a trauma treatment called Brain Spotting has been meaningful to me in helping people process and over-come significant traumas. I also specialize in couples therapy helping people move from conflict to resolution while developing the skills to feel more pleasure and connected in their relationship. Finally, I specialize in helping adolescents (ages 12 up) gain skills and confidence to be successful in school and peer / adult relationships.

My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.

Life is unpredictable with many challenges and changes that occur to us all. Some changes are simply difficult to transition and manage. No one has to do it alone. Connecting with a trained therapist is not only helpful and comforting it's often necessary. By offering a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental environment, I offer support and guide my clients through their unique experiences in order to achieve a state of mind beyond the pain and difficulty.Contact me If you're looking for support and guidance through life's challenges or simply seeking to improve the quality of your life.