Emotionally Focused Therapists in Kalispell, MT
Christy Franklin Professional Services
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901
I help adults and parents of struggling children with ADD/ADHD and ASD and provide marriage and family therapy to be utilizing EFT, a gold standard model for treating relationships and also focus on perinatal and postpartum issues.
Looking for a therapist can be difficult, finding one that is good fit can be even harder. I am from the Flathead Valley, I grew up here and I am as real as it gets. If you are looking for a therapist that "gets it" and will "get you," you have come to the right place. Having difficulty in your relationships? I am an Emotionally Focused trained therapist, the gold standard when treating marriage, couples and family, and relationships in general. Experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, racing thoughts, PTSD, depression, childhood and adulthood trauma, perinatal and postpartum issues, the loss of a loved one or a pet? I can help!
I help adults and parents of struggling children with ADD/ADHD and ASD and provide marriage and family therapy to be utilizing EFT, a gold standard model for treating relationships and also focus on perinatal and postpartum issues.
Looking for a therapist can be difficult, finding one that is good fit can be even harder. I am from the Flathead Valley, I grew up here and I am as real as it gets. If you are looking for a therapist that "gets it" and will "get you," you have come to the right place. Having difficulty in your relationships? I am an Emotionally Focused trained therapist, the gold standard when treating marriage, couples and family, and relationships in general. Experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, racing thoughts, PTSD, depression, childhood and adulthood trauma, perinatal and postpartum issues, the loss of a loved one or a pet? I can help!
I use empirically based models of therapy such as Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to look at the whole of your experience.
Life can lead us to feel stuck and alone, without a clear path forward, hopeless for a change. At some point we all face obstacles in our life that require relationship to find movement and a way through. I would love to join you on your road to wholeness, working together to find hope and a fresh perspective.
I use empirically based models of therapy such as Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to look at the whole of your experience.
Life can lead us to feel stuck and alone, without a clear path forward, hopeless for a change. At some point we all face obstacles in our life that require relationship to find movement and a way through. I would love to join you on your road to wholeness, working together to find hope and a fresh perspective.
Joe Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901 (Online Only)
I provide couples or relationship therapy combining the attachment based experiential approach of Dr Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) along with the communication skills/problem-solving approaches of Dr John Gottman.
You may be saying to yourself: "I feel stuck. I feel disengaged. The problems seem insurmountable. When I attempt conversation about difficult issues they invariably turn to gridlock. Hurtful words are used by both of us. Withdrawal, isolation and silence follow. It seems we have a crisis over something. Then we have a brief honeymoon followed by a period of tension leading to another explosion. Seems like it never ends. Seems my efforts to engage are met with distancing by my spouse. I feel more and more disconnected, more helpless and hopeless about this relationship."
I provide couples or relationship therapy combining the attachment based experiential approach of Dr Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) along with the communication skills/problem-solving approaches of Dr John Gottman.
You may be saying to yourself: "I feel stuck. I feel disengaged. The problems seem insurmountable. When I attempt conversation about difficult issues they invariably turn to gridlock. Hurtful words are used by both of us. Withdrawal, isolation and silence follow. It seems we have a crisis over something. Then we have a brief honeymoon followed by a period of tension leading to another explosion. Seems like it never ends. Seems my efforts to engage are met with distancing by my spouse. I feel more and more disconnected, more helpless and hopeless about this relationship."
Melissa Hartman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
My approach is founded on building a strong client/therapist relationship and looking at all facets of one's life to discover opportunities for healing and growth. Particular focus is placed on identifying the false narratives that contribute to suffering and get in the way of our happiness and wellbeing. Mindfulness work, EFT, CBT and especially EMDR can be powerful tools in identifying these narratives and bringing about positive change.
My approach is founded on building a strong client/therapist relationship and looking at all facets of one's life to discover opportunities for healing and growth. Particular focus is placed on identifying the false narratives that contribute to suffering and get in the way of our happiness and wellbeing. Mindfulness work, EFT, CBT and especially EMDR can be powerful tools in identifying these narratives and bringing about positive change.
We use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), one of the most powerful types of relationship therapy for long-term success, in our work with our clients.
Are you struggling to feel heard in your relationship? Are you feeling disconnected and lonely? Does it seem as though no matter how hard you try, you can never get it right? Do you find yourself arguing instead of conversing and frustrated that the conflict goes nowhere? If the answer the any of these questions is a loud and resounding YES, you might benefit from counseling at Little Bear Counseling. I and my highly qualified team especially enjoy working with challenging relationship dynamics. We have recently expanded our team and have NEXT Day openings for individuals, couples and families.
We use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), one of the most powerful types of relationship therapy for long-term success, in our work with our clients.
Are you struggling to feel heard in your relationship? Are you feeling disconnected and lonely? Does it seem as though no matter how hard you try, you can never get it right? Do you find yourself arguing instead of conversing and frustrated that the conflict goes nowhere? If the answer the any of these questions is a loud and resounding YES, you might benefit from counseling at Little Bear Counseling. I and my highly qualified team especially enjoy working with challenging relationship dynamics. We have recently expanded our team and have NEXT Day openings for individuals, couples and families.
I utilize empirically based models in therapy including Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT) for distressed couples, EMDR therapy for trauma and adverse life experience resolution, and 12-step based counseling for Addictions.
Life is difficult--at times even overwhelming. You do not have to do it alone, but sometimes life situations prevent connecting in the ways you would like. We each have a unique story filled with highlights and lowlights. At times, you may find yourself creating ruts or being stuck in the trenches, only to find yourself there with a lack of hope. Let's find a path out of these ruts together by creating a more complete story allowing you to live most fully in the present.
I utilize empirically based models in therapy including Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT) for distressed couples, EMDR therapy for trauma and adverse life experience resolution, and 12-step based counseling for Addictions.
Life is difficult--at times even overwhelming. You do not have to do it alone, but sometimes life situations prevent connecting in the ways you would like. We each have a unique story filled with highlights and lowlights. At times, you may find yourself creating ruts or being stuck in the trenches, only to find yourself there with a lack of hope. Let's find a path out of these ruts together by creating a more complete story allowing you to live most fully in the present.
Rory enjoys working with a wide range of clients and helping them work through a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, life-change and transition, future and career orientation, loss and grief, those working in high-stress and leadership positions and those recovering from antagonistic and toxic relationships. In addition, he has a strong background in leadership and sports performance and is the creator of the Dunamis Project, a program to help athletic departments and schools work proactively for the mental health of their athletes, coaches, support staff and administrators.
Rory enjoys working with a wide range of clients and helping them work through a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, life-change and transition, future and career orientation, loss and grief, those working in high-stress and leadership positions and those recovering from antagonistic and toxic relationships. In addition, he has a strong background in leadership and sports performance and is the creator of the Dunamis Project, a program to help athletic departments and schools work proactively for the mental health of their athletes, coaches, support staff and administrators.
Let's face it, life is messy! At some point, we all face the unexpected, whether it be the loss of someone important, a relationship, a job, financial struggles, pain and sickness, or any of the other things that come our way, but we certainly may not choose! It is helpful to have someone to talk to and to offer a listening ear and perhaps some different perspectives during those times. I hope to provide those things to my clients, as well as utilizing my experience and training to help others through the tough times. I will meet you where you are at and help you find where you would like to be. 2 Corinthians 1:4
Let's face it, life is messy! At some point, we all face the unexpected, whether it be the loss of someone important, a relationship, a job, financial struggles, pain and sickness, or any of the other things that come our way, but we certainly may not choose! It is helpful to have someone to talk to and to offer a listening ear and perhaps some different perspectives during those times. I hope to provide those things to my clients, as well as utilizing my experience and training to help others through the tough times. I will meet you where you are at and help you find where you would like to be. 2 Corinthians 1:4
Dr. Tim Corson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience in understanding and treating the hardships, struggles and adversities humans experience growing across their lifespan. Dr. Corson specializes in therapeutic services for children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families; as well as offering individual adult and couple service. Dr. Corson is also available for supervision of mental health professionals. I believe in the natural need for attachment, community engagement, maturational development and healthy support from the collective members of our families, neighbors and providers.
Dr. Tim Corson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience in understanding and treating the hardships, struggles and adversities humans experience growing across their lifespan. Dr. Corson specializes in therapeutic services for children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families; as well as offering individual adult and couple service. Dr. Corson is also available for supervision of mental health professionals. I believe in the natural need for attachment, community engagement, maturational development and healthy support from the collective members of our families, neighbors and providers.
Colleen M Turk
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
“You are the most delightful child in all the world. Having you around just lights up my day.” For many of us, these statements do not resonate with our childhood experience. For others, childhood trauma left visible scars. And yet the child brain is wired for growth in an environment of unconditional love and acceptance.
“You are the most delightful child in all the world. Having you around just lights up my day.” For many of us, these statements do not resonate with our childhood experience. For others, childhood trauma left visible scars. And yet the child brain is wired for growth in an environment of unconditional love and acceptance.
“We all need to be seen and honored in the same way that we all need to breathe.” - Brené Brown. My primary focus in the room is to make you feel seen and honored. I approach counseling from a relational perspective; our therapeutic relationship is the most important thing to create. When you can feel safe, trusting, seen, and honored, healing and change can begin. My therapeutic approach is emotion focused with my clients; we explore patterns in their own relationships that often lead to shame, fear, or anger. We collaborate to explore how we can shift these patterns towards joy, belonging, and acceptance.
“We all need to be seen and honored in the same way that we all need to breathe.” - Brené Brown. My primary focus in the room is to make you feel seen and honored. I approach counseling from a relational perspective; our therapeutic relationship is the most important thing to create. When you can feel safe, trusting, seen, and honored, healing and change can begin. My therapeutic approach is emotion focused with my clients; we explore patterns in their own relationships that often lead to shame, fear, or anger. We collaborate to explore how we can shift these patterns towards joy, belonging, and acceptance.
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Quinn Winter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kalispell, MT 59901 (Online Only)
I've noticed a trend in our culture today where we often focus on the differences between people, but in reality we have a lot more in common. We are all going through life experiencing similar struggles with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, compariness, loneliness, etc. We also share so many life experiences and transitions with one another whether it's going through starting a career, marriage, divorce, parenthood, aging, losing a loved one, or having relationship difficulties, we can all relate and connect. Oftentimes though, we need additional support through these transitions.
I've noticed a trend in our culture today where we often focus on the differences between people, but in reality we have a lot more in common. We are all going through life experiencing similar struggles with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, compariness, loneliness, etc. We also share so many life experiences and transitions with one another whether it's going through starting a career, marriage, divorce, parenthood, aging, losing a loved one, or having relationship difficulties, we can all relate and connect. Oftentimes though, we need additional support through these transitions.
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 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.
My area of focus and specialty has been with adolescents. Through working with teens I inevitably work with their parents and I'm comfortable working with adults as well on their own issues. I can also be a guiding hand to help them improve their parenting skills with a Love and Logic approach. I'm experienced with complicated family systems and truly believe that creating change for a teen requires work from the entire family to help support that change. Teens are malleable and are very capable of change if given the proper support.
My area of focus and specialty has been with adolescents. Through working with teens I inevitably work with their parents and I'm comfortable working with adults as well on their own issues. I can also be a guiding hand to help them improve their parenting skills with a Love and Logic approach. I'm experienced with complicated family systems and truly believe that creating change for a teen requires work from the entire family to help support that change. Teens are malleable and are very capable of change if given the proper support.
People often seek therapy when they feel like everything they've tried isn't working. Therapy can help you learn healthy ways to cope with life's challenges. I work with clients suffering from a wide range of stressors including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and trauma.
People often seek therapy when they feel like everything they've tried isn't working. Therapy can help you learn healthy ways to cope with life's challenges. I work with clients suffering from a wide range of stressors including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and trauma.
I approach every client with concern for immediate difficulties and symptoms, but also believe that one of the central tasks of therapy is to gain self knowledge and understanding. This might include acknowledging emotion, understanding avoidance, or identifying behavioral and relationship patterns. Research studies have demonstrated that focusing on relationships (past and present) increases the likelihood that therapeutic work will be effective.
I approach every client with concern for immediate difficulties and symptoms, but also believe that one of the central tasks of therapy is to gain self knowledge and understanding. This might include acknowledging emotion, understanding avoidance, or identifying behavioral and relationship patterns. Research studies have demonstrated that focusing on relationships (past and present) increases the likelihood that therapeutic work will be effective.
Heather Johns, LCSW Cognitive Healing Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
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.
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.
Yvonne Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalispell, MT 59901
Whether you struggle with something impacting your life currently or with something that has been a chronic difficulty, there is always room for healing, change and growth. Learning to navigate through past wounds or present struggles is possible and often takes work and patience.
Whether you struggle with something impacting your life currently or with something that has been a chronic difficulty, there is always room for healing, change and growth. Learning to navigate through past wounds or present struggles is possible and often takes work and patience.
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.
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.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.