Gottman Method Therapists in Billings, MT
Dustin Lehman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
We have an innate need to be in relationship. It is the very foundation of what it is to be human. We need to experience love, reciprocity and fulfillment. A healthy relationship considers the needs of others, focuses on patience and kindness, maintains honesty and trustworthiness and is nurturing. I'm a therapist who works at helping my clients restore love and trust within their identity and among relationships by essentially helping them become their own therapist. Everyone experiences violations in relationships and it's when we're without a restoration process that we continue feeling pain.
We have an innate need to be in relationship. It is the very foundation of what it is to be human. We need to experience love, reciprocity and fulfillment. A healthy relationship considers the needs of others, focuses on patience and kindness, maintains honesty and trustworthiness and is nurturing. I'm a therapist who works at helping my clients restore love and trust within their identity and among relationships by essentially helping them become their own therapist. Everyone experiences violations in relationships and it's when we're without a restoration process that we continue feeling pain.
Laura Cifaldi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, SWLC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
There are times in our lives where we need a safe, non-judgmental space to process our thoughts and emotions and receive support and validation to begin to feel comfortable and confident in facing these issues. I am here to help you manage grief, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and everyday life stressors.
There are times in our lives where we need a safe, non-judgmental space to process our thoughts and emotions and receive support and validation to begin to feel comfortable and confident in facing these issues. I am here to help you manage grief, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and everyday life stressors.
Throughout our lives we may encounter painful, traumatic, or difficult scenarios that leave us feeling hopeless or stuck. I believe every person has a resiliency and strength to pull from to achieve an enjoyable and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need outside support to tap into our full potential and to overcome challenges. My background includes addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, adjustment difficulties, trauma, and more. There are current openings available with my intern who is a male therapist specializing in trauma, depression, and anxiety as well.
Throughout our lives we may encounter painful, traumatic, or difficult scenarios that leave us feeling hopeless or stuck. I believe every person has a resiliency and strength to pull from to achieve an enjoyable and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need outside support to tap into our full potential and to overcome challenges. My background includes addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, adjustment difficulties, trauma, and more. There are current openings available with my intern who is a male therapist specializing in trauma, depression, and anxiety as well.
Sean Kennedy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MSW, SWLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59105
Sean is passionate about helping individuals and families grow and solve problems as they work towards a happy, responsible, and balanced life. His therapy practice is designed to be a welcoming, calming space where clients can collaborate to find questions, ideas, and solutions tailored to their unique situations.
Sean is passionate about helping individuals and families grow and solve problems as they work towards a happy, responsible, and balanced life. His therapy practice is designed to be a welcoming, calming space where clients can collaborate to find questions, ideas, and solutions tailored to their unique situations.
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.
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.
Erin Unruh Rodriguez
Counselor, LCPC, MAC, LAC
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with certifications from NAADAC (National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Counselors) as a Masters level Addiction Counselor. I have been trained in many modules including; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE). I am a trained EMDR specialist and facilitate trauma therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with certifications from NAADAC (National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Counselors) as a Masters level Addiction Counselor. I have been trained in many modules including; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE). I am a trained EMDR specialist and facilitate trauma therapy.
Are you navigating life transitions, burnout, or seeking greater purpose? I work with men, women, and couples to unlock potential, align with their mission, and cultivate resilience. My clients say I excel in couples work. As a successful small business owner married with children for 20 years, I bring practical insight to personal and professional challenges. Drawing from my experience as a Marine Corps officer, successful international corporate manager, and therapist, I blend therapy and coaching with a strong yet compassionate approach to foster meaningful change, emotional mastery, and thriving under pressure.
Are you navigating life transitions, burnout, or seeking greater purpose? I work with men, women, and couples to unlock potential, align with their mission, and cultivate resilience. My clients say I excel in couples work. As a successful small business owner married with children for 20 years, I bring practical insight to personal and professional challenges. Drawing from my experience as a Marine Corps officer, successful international corporate manager, and therapist, I blend therapy and coaching with a strong yet compassionate approach to foster meaningful change, emotional mastery, and thriving under pressure.
Healing through therapy will always begin with the relationship we create. My job is to bring a relationship full of compassion and respect for your journey through life. Your job in therapy is to show up. We will work together from there to find out what recovery means to you! Therapy is hard work, whether you are struggling with daily life, relationships, or wounds that have been impacting you for years. I hope to help you to find purpose in the struggle, and to find your best self in the healing.
Healing through therapy will always begin with the relationship we create. My job is to bring a relationship full of compassion and respect for your journey through life. Your job in therapy is to show up. We will work together from there to find out what recovery means to you! Therapy is hard work, whether you are struggling with daily life, relationships, or wounds that have been impacting you for years. I hope to help you to find purpose in the struggle, and to find your best self in the healing.
We are living through a time of great anxiety and uncertainty. I am here to offer you a safe and supportive space where you can explore patterns that may be preventing you from moving forward in your relationships, work, and life. I utilize a variety of techniques to help free you from the self-defeating behavior patterns that keep you stuck. The goal of our working together is to reduce your distress, give you tools to solve problems in a healthy way, and heal the wounds of the past so that you can live a happier, more fulfilling life.
We are living through a time of great anxiety and uncertainty. I am here to offer you a safe and supportive space where you can explore patterns that may be preventing you from moving forward in your relationships, work, and life. I utilize a variety of techniques to help free you from the self-defeating behavior patterns that keep you stuck. The goal of our working together is to reduce your distress, give you tools to solve problems in a healthy way, and heal the wounds of the past so that you can live a happier, more fulfilling life.
Charles J. Habeck Psy.D., LCPC, LAC,PC
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC, LAC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
The struggle is real- for all of us. I am committed to helping a person grow toward improved insights and coping skills to resolve their problems and related emotions, in a non-judgmental and supportive manner. My goal is for one to learn more about themselves and to function at a higher level in the whole-person dimensions of their life. Whether one is motivated for short-term and situational concerns, or more internally motivated for deeper understanding of self and life-stage fulfillment, the counselor/ client relationship remains paramount as an agent of change.
The struggle is real- for all of us. I am committed to helping a person grow toward improved insights and coping skills to resolve their problems and related emotions, in a non-judgmental and supportive manner. My goal is for one to learn more about themselves and to function at a higher level in the whole-person dimensions of their life. Whether one is motivated for short-term and situational concerns, or more internally motivated for deeper understanding of self and life-stage fulfillment, the counselor/ client relationship remains paramount as an agent of change.
I enjoy working with clients with substance use problems. Working toward getting their lives back in their hands is the ultimate goal. I also enjoy working with grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. These types of issues can bring about disruptive life choices and circumstances. The goal would be to better deal with these issues and live a life of grace and serenity. I have also enjoyed working with couples to help identify communication barriers to becoming closer to one another.
I enjoy working with clients with substance use problems. Working toward getting their lives back in their hands is the ultimate goal. I also enjoy working with grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. These types of issues can bring about disruptive life choices and circumstances. The goal would be to better deal with these issues and live a life of grace and serenity. I have also enjoyed working with couples to help identify communication barriers to becoming closer to one another.
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Sharda Olson-Meyer ( Sentinel Mental Health Inc)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
I like to say "Therapy is the process of processing the process", I would be honored to walk that path with you. With a Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) , I have been trained in various evidence-based treatments to help you cope with your daily life stressors, trauma, and unexpected life changes. I have been providing professional mental health services in Billings since 2020, and now, as a practitioner in a group practice. I have found those with: a genuine desire for change, have made great strides in their self-actualization journeys.
I like to say "Therapy is the process of processing the process", I would be honored to walk that path with you. With a Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) , I have been trained in various evidence-based treatments to help you cope with your daily life stressors, trauma, and unexpected life changes. I have been providing professional mental health services in Billings since 2020, and now, as a practitioner in a group practice. I have found those with: a genuine desire for change, have made great strides in their self-actualization journeys.
Nicole Gioia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59101
Taking the first step in your therapeutic journey can bring up many emotions, exploration of these feelings and what led you to seeking a therapist is what I am here to help guide you through. I enjoy working with individuals using a solution focused model, led by you. I work with a wide range of age groups and offer online or face to face therapy sessions in the Billings, Montana area. I look forward to talking with you.
Taking the first step in your therapeutic journey can bring up many emotions, exploration of these feelings and what led you to seeking a therapist is what I am here to help guide you through. I enjoy working with individuals using a solution focused model, led by you. I work with a wide range of age groups and offer online or face to face therapy sessions in the Billings, Montana area. I look forward to talking with you.
Jennifer Finn (Sentinel Mental Health)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
I believe that strength is not defined by burying our feelings, keeping your chin up, or other cliche sayings that encourage silence. True strength is being vulnerable, talking about how you feel, and yes, asking for help. If you are ready to dive into whatever is hurting you, interfering in your relationships, and whatever is keeping you from the life that you want to live, THAT is strength, and where your true power lies.
I believe that strength is not defined by burying our feelings, keeping your chin up, or other cliche sayings that encourage silence. True strength is being vulnerable, talking about how you feel, and yes, asking for help. If you are ready to dive into whatever is hurting you, interfering in your relationships, and whatever is keeping you from the life that you want to live, THAT is strength, and where your true power lies.
Wellness Possebilities
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
I am committed to helping clients move through a variety of challenges by building self-awareness and supporting the practice of new actions. I provide integrated client solution focused therapy. I am trained in trauma informed interventions, am sensitive to a client's attachment style and work to empower clients to achieve their goals. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and groups. I have a special interest in teaching of behavioral management, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, EMDR, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance. Cognitive behavioral resources and tools are the foundation of all my work.
I am committed to helping clients move through a variety of challenges by building self-awareness and supporting the practice of new actions. I provide integrated client solution focused therapy. I am trained in trauma informed interventions, am sensitive to a client's attachment style and work to empower clients to achieve their goals. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and groups. I have a special interest in teaching of behavioral management, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, EMDR, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance. Cognitive behavioral resources and tools are the foundation of all my work.
Has your life become unmanageable? Have your goals and dreams gotten lost in the daily routine? Do you seek direction and balance to help decrease the negative affects of stress? You and I will work together to treat the addiction that used to make you happy and now is causing more pain than comfort.
Has your life become unmanageable? Have your goals and dreams gotten lost in the daily routine? Do you seek direction and balance to help decrease the negative affects of stress? You and I will work together to treat the addiction that used to make you happy and now is causing more pain than comfort.
Hello and Welcome! Let me help you navigate the emotions and changes that come from life's obstacles in a way that is unique to you. I seek to provide comfortable and personalized services. My goal is to help everyday people, facing a different array of challenges, to overcome those challenges and live extraordinary lives, through a very personalized approach.
Hello and Welcome! Let me help you navigate the emotions and changes that come from life's obstacles in a way that is unique to you. I seek to provide comfortable and personalized services. My goal is to help everyday people, facing a different array of challenges, to overcome those challenges and live extraordinary lives, through a very personalized approach.
I work collaboratively with my clients to support them in reaching their specific goals in life. Every person is unique and will experience an individualized approach that is best suited to their needs and preferences. By treating each person as a unique individual I respect the person's autonomy and am able to support the person's own capacities for change and healing. I am also pragmatic in my approach which means I use what works. I am flexible in how I approach treatment. This flexibility extends to how I provide counseling as well. I am available evenings, in person as well as by telehealth.
I work collaboratively with my clients to support them in reaching their specific goals in life. Every person is unique and will experience an individualized approach that is best suited to their needs and preferences. By treating each person as a unique individual I respect the person's autonomy and am able to support the person's own capacities for change and healing. I am also pragmatic in my approach which means I use what works. I am flexible in how I approach treatment. This flexibility extends to how I provide counseling as well. I am available evenings, in person as well as by telehealth.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You’re not alone. Many of us crave deeper connections and a sense of belonging, but life’s challenges can make that seem out of reach. Therapy offers a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions, uncover hidden strengths, and embrace change. It’s one of the bravest steps you can take on your journey to healing and fulfillment. Together, we can navigate the places in your heart that feel unknown and help you develop healthy patterns, find hope, and rediscover joy. Let’s take that first step towards connection and freedom together.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You’re not alone. Many of us crave deeper connections and a sense of belonging, but life’s challenges can make that seem out of reach. Therapy offers a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions, uncover hidden strengths, and embrace change. It’s one of the bravest steps you can take on your journey to healing and fulfillment. Together, we can navigate the places in your heart that feel unknown and help you develop healthy patterns, find hope, and rediscover joy. Let’s take that first step towards connection and freedom together.
Kristi Lindell Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BSED
Verified Verified
Billings, MT 59102
My entire adult life I have worked with children and their families as a professional teacher and now a therapist. I easily relate to all ages - children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I understand how important working with families and schools can be for the mental health of the child. As a teacher for over 20 years, I understand burnout, the inner-workings of schools, and the importance of the personnels' mental health and self care. Plus, over 16 years experience with child-rearing, elderly parental care, end of life choices, adult social services, and grief and bereavement therapies for children and adults.
My entire adult life I have worked with children and their families as a professional teacher and now a therapist. I easily relate to all ages - children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I understand how important working with families and schools can be for the mental health of the child. As a teacher for over 20 years, I understand burnout, the inner-workings of schools, and the importance of the personnels' mental health and self care. Plus, over 16 years experience with child-rearing, elderly parental care, end of life choices, adult social services, and grief and bereavement therapies for children and adults.
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.