Art Therapy in Missoula, MT

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David Bennett Stube
Counselor, PhD, LCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59801
I counsel people and families. I have 4 specialty areas, (1) trauma recovery, including PTSD and loss, (2) couples, (3) emotions like anxiety, anger, depression, and (4) children and teens. (1) When dealing with trauma, grief and heartbreak, I encourage adults to heal again to be lovers with a heart of a warrior, see www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjdICFdnkhE (2) I counsel couples by myself or with my wife, Julie Ann Nardi, LCC--a couple counseling couples. See gardencitycouples.com. (3) emotional healing brings about new ways of thinking and acting (CBT). (4) Play, art, family, and music are for great ways for kids.
I counsel people and families. I have 4 specialty areas, (1) trauma recovery, including PTSD and loss, (2) couples, (3) emotions like anxiety, anger, depression, and (4) children and teens. (1) When dealing with trauma, grief and heartbreak, I encourage adults to heal again to be lovers with a heart of a warrior, see www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjdICFdnkhE (2) I counsel couples by myself or with my wife, Julie Ann Nardi, LCC--a couple counseling couples. See gardencitycouples.com. (3) emotional healing brings about new ways of thinking and acting (CBT). (4) Play, art, family, and music are for great ways for kids.
(406) 578-1930 View (406) 578-1930
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Nikki Pastian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BA
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801
We can explore many techniques, be it art, play, behavioral, narrative, or educational based, I am happy to work with you to find the system that works for you.
I am driven to work with individuals to reach their goals. I am passionate in finding a path to reach a goal, be it the easy or hard route, I am along for the ride. I have extensive history in working with families and children, who have faced an array of challenges, such as divorces, transitions to college, guardianship changes, and behavioral issues. I also have worked closely with LGBTQ+ teens and adults, creating groups to increase social connections, fighting for rights in school and political realms, and exploring sense of identity.
We can explore many techniques, be it art, play, behavioral, narrative, or educational based, I am happy to work with you to find the system that works for you.
I am driven to work with individuals to reach their goals. I am passionate in finding a path to reach a goal, be it the easy or hard route, I am along for the ride. I have extensive history in working with families and children, who have faced an array of challenges, such as divorces, transitions to college, guardianship changes, and behavioral issues. I also have worked closely with LGBTQ+ teens and adults, creating groups to increase social connections, fighting for rights in school and political realms, and exploring sense of identity.
(406) 637-7986 View (406) 637-7986
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Black Sheep Therapy || Sophia Ruah Ferst
Pre-Licensed Professional, SWLC, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59802  (Online Only)
I am a therapist who believes in the power of embracing your uniqueness and celebrating what makes you, well, you. I believe that every individual is beautifully complex and that therapy should empower you to embrace and express your true self. Specializing in intimacy, LGBTQ+ issues, identity and gender expression, military, as well as women's issues. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for individuals from all walks of life. I understand the challenges that can come with navigating these aspects of one's identity and strive to provide support and guidance in a compassionate and nonjudgmental manner.
I am a therapist who believes in the power of embracing your uniqueness and celebrating what makes you, well, you. I believe that every individual is beautifully complex and that therapy should empower you to embrace and express your true self. Specializing in intimacy, LGBTQ+ issues, identity and gender expression, military, as well as women's issues. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for individuals from all walks of life. I understand the challenges that can come with navigating these aspects of one's identity and strive to provide support and guidance in a compassionate and nonjudgmental manner.
(406) 430-2979 View (406) 430-2979
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Lindsey Elizabeth Fite
Occupational Therapist, OTD, OTR/L
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59801
Dr. Lindsey Fite is an occupational therapist devoted to providing holistic, individualized, strengths-based care for the mental health community. She has special interest in early intervention for mental health, and is experienced in working with youth and trauma, addiction, and early mental health conditions that affect participation in meaningful experiences and healthy developmental opportunities. She works with people of all ages experiencing severe mental illness, addiction, brain injury, trauma, grief and loss, death and dying, sensory challenges, anxiety/depression, neurocognitive challenges and life with chronic conditions.
Dr. Lindsey Fite is an occupational therapist devoted to providing holistic, individualized, strengths-based care for the mental health community. She has special interest in early intervention for mental health, and is experienced in working with youth and trauma, addiction, and early mental health conditions that affect participation in meaningful experiences and healthy developmental opportunities. She works with people of all ages experiencing severe mental illness, addiction, brain injury, trauma, grief and loss, death and dying, sensory challenges, anxiety/depression, neurocognitive challenges and life with chronic conditions.
(406) 416-5072 View (406) 416-5072
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Larissa Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59808
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missoula MT. I have 5 years of experience providing services to individuals with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of needs. I spent the last three years focusing on helping people improve their quality of life while managing chronic health conditions. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship problems, career challenges, and traumatic experiences. Whatever set of difficulties you bring with you to a session, we will work on creating a plan that is tailored just to you. So, give me a call to get started!
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missoula MT. I have 5 years of experience providing services to individuals with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of needs. I spent the last three years focusing on helping people improve their quality of life while managing chronic health conditions. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship problems, career challenges, and traumatic experiences. Whatever set of difficulties you bring with you to a session, we will work on creating a plan that is tailored just to you. So, give me a call to get started!
(406) 905-0859 View (406) 905-0859
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Majken Elek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59801  (Online Only)
We all deserve to feel aligned, safe and nurtured. Cultivating compassionate self-awareness and acceptance, are at the core of healing, change and growth. When we feel healthy and fulfilled we are more likely to live with meaning. I utilize an integrative lens, centered in mindfulness, somatic, attachment and IFS orientations to promote increased consciousness of thoughts, values, feelings, and behavior patterns. My approach is intuitive, and warm. Our work together involves expanding awareness of the inner mind, and felt senses to move towards a more integrated self. I am tele health only at this time. Serving Oregon and Montana.
We all deserve to feel aligned, safe and nurtured. Cultivating compassionate self-awareness and acceptance, are at the core of healing, change and growth. When we feel healthy and fulfilled we are more likely to live with meaning. I utilize an integrative lens, centered in mindfulness, somatic, attachment and IFS orientations to promote increased consciousness of thoughts, values, feelings, and behavior patterns. My approach is intuitive, and warm. Our work together involves expanding awareness of the inner mind, and felt senses to move towards a more integrated self. I am tele health only at this time. Serving Oregon and Montana.
(503) 406-1536 View (503) 406-1536
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Clearman Counseling & Mental Health Services LLC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59801
I often utilize art and visual media in my practice and I help clients explore the meaning of their somatic experiences and dreams.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes a focus on subconscious motives & creativity forms of expression. I am Depth Psychologist with a PhD in Community, Liberation, and Eco psychology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I do not believe in fixing people, but instead in helping them explore the reasons symptoms and behaviors are coming forward, then working toward building stronger coping skills and resiliency. Evidence for the efficacy of depth psychological approaches to psychotherapy is growing as studies show that depth psychology has a longer-lasting and more profound impact than cognitive or behavioral psychologies alone.
I often utilize art and visual media in my practice and I help clients explore the meaning of their somatic experiences and dreams.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes a focus on subconscious motives & creativity forms of expression. I am Depth Psychologist with a PhD in Community, Liberation, and Eco psychology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I do not believe in fixing people, but instead in helping them explore the reasons symptoms and behaviors are coming forward, then working toward building stronger coping skills and resiliency. Evidence for the efficacy of depth psychological approaches to psychotherapy is growing as studies show that depth psychology has a longer-lasting and more profound impact than cognitive or behavioral psychologies alone.
(406) 412-6451 View (406) 412-6451
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Art and Soul Counseling, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801
I'm a MA level, body-centered art psychotherapist, with in-depth training in Art Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology, the Hakomi method & EMDR.
Hi there. "All of You is Welcome Here". You can Not-Want-To-Come-In for therapy & still give me a call. Your curiosity & your skepticism are welcome. This is often the root of conflict for us, right? There is a part of us that is curious, open to change. Yet as we strive to live in concert with our beliefs & values with high hopes to evolve, to be seen, known & understood some illusive, habituated roadblocks reappear. Welcome to the human dilemma. The good news: we can work with ourselves. Support is necessary from time to time. That's natural (like you).
I'm a MA level, body-centered art psychotherapist, with in-depth training in Art Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology, the Hakomi method & EMDR.
Hi there. "All of You is Welcome Here". You can Not-Want-To-Come-In for therapy & still give me a call. Your curiosity & your skepticism are welcome. This is often the root of conflict for us, right? There is a part of us that is curious, open to change. Yet as we strive to live in concert with our beliefs & values with high hopes to evolve, to be seen, known & understood some illusive, habituated roadblocks reappear. Welcome to the human dilemma. The good news: we can work with ourselves. Support is necessary from time to time. That's natural (like you).
(406) 282-8270 View (406) 282-8270
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Jamie D Anesi
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in advanced year training, EDMR certified, art/writing & dream therapy, earth-based sessions, meditation and movement therapy.
At this time, I am exclusively a Telehealth provider for Montana clients. It is one of the most profound honors of my life the last 18 years to have people trust me with their deepest wounds and to share their journeys of courage. I have learned the importance of being lost, the language of rain and storms, and the deep echoing of the mourning howl. I believe that by allowing and accepting the mystery of loss with it's own timing, we have a chance to claim our path, our symbols. In order to become whole, the shadow and the light must be recognized, all must be explored.
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in advanced year training, EDMR certified, art/writing & dream therapy, earth-based sessions, meditation and movement therapy.
At this time, I am exclusively a Telehealth provider for Montana clients. It is one of the most profound honors of my life the last 18 years to have people trust me with their deepest wounds and to share their journeys of courage. I have learned the importance of being lost, the language of rain and storms, and the deep echoing of the mourning howl. I believe that by allowing and accepting the mystery of loss with it's own timing, we have a chance to claim our path, our symbols. In order to become whole, the shadow and the light must be recognized, all must be explored.
(406) 229-3082 View (406) 229-3082
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Naomi Thornton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801
Not accepting new clients
I offer a supportive non-judgmental space for individuals and families to explore the unique issues and struggles they face. I believe that even in the most difficult of times there is also an opportunity for change and growth. Specialty areas include healing from trauma and loss, relationship based parenting, life transitions, resolving relationship and family issues, and coping with anxiety and depression. I use a variety of approaches in order to meet each person's interests and needs including insight oriented, behavioral, crisis management, and supportive.
I offer a supportive non-judgmental space for individuals and families to explore the unique issues and struggles they face. I believe that even in the most difficult of times there is also an opportunity for change and growth. Specialty areas include healing from trauma and loss, relationship based parenting, life transitions, resolving relationship and family issues, and coping with anxiety and depression. I use a variety of approaches in order to meet each person's interests and needs including insight oriented, behavioral, crisis management, and supportive.
(406) 350-4169 View (406) 350-4169
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Jennifer Boehmke Hudson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59801
Not accepting new clients
I find journaling, collage, visual art, movement, and contemplative practices to complement talk therapy.
Welcome to my practice! I take a positive, respectful, growth-oriented approach to therapy. I believe we each have intrinsic resources for healing and connection, and an innate striving for vitality, balance, wholeness, and personal maturity. Working in a variety of community-based settings, I have come to appreciate the power of human resiliency, the importance of naming and claiming our stories, and the transformative quality of suffering. I view my role as a therapist as witness to your unique story, and companion to your growth as we wrestle with the often complex questions life brings.
I find journaling, collage, visual art, movement, and contemplative practices to complement talk therapy.
Welcome to my practice! I take a positive, respectful, growth-oriented approach to therapy. I believe we each have intrinsic resources for healing and connection, and an innate striving for vitality, balance, wholeness, and personal maturity. Working in a variety of community-based settings, I have come to appreciate the power of human resiliency, the importance of naming and claiming our stories, and the transformative quality of suffering. I view my role as a therapist as witness to your unique story, and companion to your growth as we wrestle with the often complex questions life brings.
(406) 359-6958 View (406) 359-6958
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Irmak B Redhawk
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59804
Hello! I am a seasoned competent practitioner with a PhD in psychology. I believe in an authentic and practical approach, offering my clients the necessary tools that can be utilized immediately in combating daily distresses. My services range from horse assisted therapy to grief counseling, somatic healing, mindfulness practices, spiritual counseling, life coaching, and traditional psychotherapy. I am very well versed in different therapeutic modalities and techniques addressing a wide variety of issues, such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, neurodevelopment disorders. My specialty is helping adults on the Autism spectrum and Trauma.
Hello! I am a seasoned competent practitioner with a PhD in psychology. I believe in an authentic and practical approach, offering my clients the necessary tools that can be utilized immediately in combating daily distresses. My services range from horse assisted therapy to grief counseling, somatic healing, mindfulness practices, spiritual counseling, life coaching, and traditional psychotherapy. I am very well versed in different therapeutic modalities and techniques addressing a wide variety of issues, such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, neurodevelopment disorders. My specialty is helping adults on the Autism spectrum and Trauma.
(406) 282-8360 View (406) 282-8360
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Kendra Tucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a safe and confidential therapy space for clients looking for support with stress, depression, anxiety, relationships, grief, trauma, or interpersonal growth and healing. I work from an authentic, compassionate, shame-free and trauma-informed approach that is customized to your needs, including somatic work, attachment healing, nervous system regulation, parenting or relationship support, Ego States/parts work, and EMDR. My practice is completely virtual (through secure video telehealth), which can make it convenient to fit therapy in during your day.
I provide a safe and confidential therapy space for clients looking for support with stress, depression, anxiety, relationships, grief, trauma, or interpersonal growth and healing. I work from an authentic, compassionate, shame-free and trauma-informed approach that is customized to your needs, including somatic work, attachment healing, nervous system regulation, parenting or relationship support, Ego States/parts work, and EMDR. My practice is completely virtual (through secure video telehealth), which can make it convenient to fit therapy in during your day.
(406) 361-2144 View (406) 361-2144
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Lara Mattson Radle
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59802
Are you looking for a change? I would love to meet with you & offer my undivided presence & attention as we seek to find a way to make your life work best for you. I have 20+ years of experience & am confident that, if you decide to work with me, I can help provide you with the support & insight you need to make changes to improve your life so that it better suits your needs. I see individual adults and have experience in the areas of personal growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce, parenting, relational conflict, behavioral concerns & adoption.
Are you looking for a change? I would love to meet with you & offer my undivided presence & attention as we seek to find a way to make your life work best for you. I have 20+ years of experience & am confident that, if you decide to work with me, I can help provide you with the support & insight you need to make changes to improve your life so that it better suits your needs. I see individual adults and have experience in the areas of personal growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce, parenting, relational conflict, behavioral concerns & adoption.
(406) 203-0511 View (406) 203-0511
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Terran Eastham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59804
The decision to start therapy services is a courageous one, and thankfully one you do not have to navigate alone. My hope is to empower you to overcome the challenges and obstacles you may be facing to live the life you want most. The mind wants to heal, and I look forward to working together to develop tools and skills to achieve this healing.
The decision to start therapy services is a courageous one, and thankfully one you do not have to navigate alone. My hope is to empower you to overcome the challenges and obstacles you may be facing to live the life you want most. The mind wants to heal, and I look forward to working together to develop tools and skills to achieve this healing.
(406) 302-5201 View (406) 302-5201
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Katie Engleson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59808
I am here to help you or your loved ones with the large scope of challenges life presents. I believe healing begins with trusting relationships, empathy, and a space free from judgement. I have worked in the social work field for over 15 years in a number of different roles, allowing me to use my diverse knowledge and experience to help my clients.
I am here to help you or your loved ones with the large scope of challenges life presents. I believe healing begins with trusting relationships, empathy, and a space free from judgement. I have worked in the social work field for over 15 years in a number of different roles, allowing me to use my diverse knowledge and experience to help my clients.
(406) 643-4979 View (406) 643-4979
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Felicia Caflin
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59803
Hello! I’m Felicia. I’ve been working with children and their families for more than 8 years. In addition, I do work with young adults who appreciate the fun personality that comes with having a therapist who is primarily used to working with children. I promise you won’t have to play with the toys, but you may decide you want to! I’m passionate about helping people live their best lives and families have the system that works for them. I’m here, and I can help if you’re ready.
Hello! I’m Felicia. I’ve been working with children and their families for more than 8 years. In addition, I do work with young adults who appreciate the fun personality that comes with having a therapist who is primarily used to working with children. I promise you won’t have to play with the toys, but you may decide you want to! I’m passionate about helping people live their best lives and families have the system that works for them. I’m here, and I can help if you’re ready.
(406) 213-7936 View (406) 213-7936
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Jamie R. Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59802  (Online Only)
Sometimes we face challenges that seem insurmountable, leaving us feeling stuck and hopeless. Therapy can provide the support necessary to overcome hardship and help us take steps toward happiness and fulfillment. As your therapist, I believe that you have the resiliency required to overcome the toughest challenges. No one should have to trudge alone through trying times. I look forward to walking with you on your journey!
Sometimes we face challenges that seem insurmountable, leaving us feeling stuck and hopeless. Therapy can provide the support necessary to overcome hardship and help us take steps toward happiness and fulfillment. As your therapist, I believe that you have the resiliency required to overcome the toughest challenges. No one should have to trudge alone through trying times. I look forward to walking with you on your journey!
(720) 583-8796 View (720) 583-8796
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Tiffany Neuman
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801
Hello, my name is Tiffany Neuman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I have the expertise to help clients navigate through a wide range of mental and emotional challenges. I will tailor counseling to the individual needs of each client, using a variety of therapies to provide client centered care. I provide therapy to individuals and to families. I have experience treating emotional disorders, as well as providing support for those dealing with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), behavioral disorders, bereavement, marital hardship, and attempted suicide.
Hello, my name is Tiffany Neuman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I have the expertise to help clients navigate through a wide range of mental and emotional challenges. I will tailor counseling to the individual needs of each client, using a variety of therapies to provide client centered care. I provide therapy to individuals and to families. I have experience treating emotional disorders, as well as providing support for those dealing with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), behavioral disorders, bereavement, marital hardship, and attempted suicide.
(406) 641-5438 View (406) 641-5438
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Kate Cluff
Counselor, LCPC, CCPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Missoula, MT 59801
Not accepting new clients
We all want to feel seen, heard, and safe. Especially in therapy!
We all want to feel seen, heard, and safe. Especially in therapy!
(406) 430-8103 View (406) 430-8103
Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.