Adoption Therapists in Bozeman, MT
Rachel Robertson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, PCLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59715 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety? Grief? Your identity or self-esteem? Are you an adoptee or adoptive parent navigating the adoption triangle? Life has curve balls that can greatly impact our personal and professional lives; that can make us retreat, isolate, and see ourselves in a negative light. This, in turn, can lead into deeper struggles and us not feeling like ourselves anymore. Yet, that's not the end of your story! You have a purpose and deserve to live a beautiful, happy and fulfilled life where you feel confident and equipped to overcome that inner darkness.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Grief? Your identity or self-esteem? Are you an adoptee or adoptive parent navigating the adoption triangle? Life has curve balls that can greatly impact our personal and professional lives; that can make us retreat, isolate, and see ourselves in a negative light. This, in turn, can lead into deeper struggles and us not feeling like ourselves anymore. Yet, that's not the end of your story! You have a purpose and deserve to live a beautiful, happy and fulfilled life where you feel confident and equipped to overcome that inner darkness.
As a therapist I'm dedicated to working collaboratively and relationally with adults aged 16 to over 100! Each person is assured to feel seen, heard in a non-judgemental environment where life's challenges can be explored and worked through. I draw from a variety of modalities, including Narrative Therapy, IFS, and EMDR. I address a wide array of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, lifespan development, attachment, interpersonal relationships, family of origin, adoption, identity, aging, grief and loss, and life transitions. The outcome being a client coming to deeper insight and personal growth.
As a therapist I'm dedicated to working collaboratively and relationally with adults aged 16 to over 100! Each person is assured to feel seen, heard in a non-judgemental environment where life's challenges can be explored and worked through. I draw from a variety of modalities, including Narrative Therapy, IFS, and EMDR. I address a wide array of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, lifespan development, attachment, interpersonal relationships, family of origin, adoption, identity, aging, grief and loss, and life transitions. The outcome being a client coming to deeper insight and personal growth.
I work with children under 6 years old and parents to support emotional & behavioral concerns, anxiety, adoption, transitions, grief & loss, selective mutism, school adjustment, somatic symptoms, trauma, and parenting skills.
Understanding your young child's needs can be confusing and draining -- I offer ways to bring more joy and less stress to you and your child. You are an essential & cherished part of your child's therapy. As a guide in your relationship, I can help you to: explore what your child is communicating; understand his/her perception; read his/her cues; support strong emotions and behaviors; teach him/her how to cope; integrate past difficulties; heal; learn new parenting skills; and connect more deeply. We'll work together through the power of play, activities, discussion, reflection, modeling, skill development, and body awareness.
I work with children under 6 years old and parents to support emotional & behavioral concerns, anxiety, adoption, transitions, grief & loss, selective mutism, school adjustment, somatic symptoms, trauma, and parenting skills.
Understanding your young child's needs can be confusing and draining -- I offer ways to bring more joy and less stress to you and your child. You are an essential & cherished part of your child's therapy. As a guide in your relationship, I can help you to: explore what your child is communicating; understand his/her perception; read his/her cues; support strong emotions and behaviors; teach him/her how to cope; integrate past difficulties; heal; learn new parenting skills; and connect more deeply. We'll work together through the power of play, activities, discussion, reflection, modeling, skill development, and body awareness.
I work with many client challenges including complicated grief/loss, divorce/separation, parenting, premarital counseling, child behavior and mental health, anger management, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, attachment, foster care, adoption, infertility, families with special needs children, self esteem, women's issues, and improving family systems.
Counseling provides an opportunity to make positive changes and to find ways to manage, negotiate and overcome some of life's difficult challenges. Therapists partner with you on this journey. My hope is for you to experience relief and happiness. I help you build upon your unique strengths and abilities as well as expand your personal "tool box." I help families improve their functioning and relationships. For individuals, you and I will identify your concerns, discover the unhelpful thoughts and patterns of behaviors which keep you stuck and find ways to have a happier, healthier life. I also specialize in complicated grief.
I work with many client challenges including complicated grief/loss, divorce/separation, parenting, premarital counseling, child behavior and mental health, anger management, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, attachment, foster care, adoption, infertility, families with special needs children, self esteem, women's issues, and improving family systems.
Counseling provides an opportunity to make positive changes and to find ways to manage, negotiate and overcome some of life's difficult challenges. Therapists partner with you on this journey. My hope is for you to experience relief and happiness. I help you build upon your unique strengths and abilities as well as expand your personal "tool box." I help families improve their functioning and relationships. For individuals, you and I will identify your concerns, discover the unhelpful thoughts and patterns of behaviors which keep you stuck and find ways to have a happier, healthier life. I also specialize in complicated grief.
I work with specifically with college-age and young adults into their 30's on identity and self-worth. As an adopted person, I am adoptee-competent and love working with all adoptees, including experience with issues facing ITC and transracial adoptees. I work with you to integrate all the parts of your authentic self into a feeling of being fully "you" everyday. I work on relational/response patterns you feel stuck in, building trust and confidence in your own decision-making, resolving sources of criticism, and I'm just generally dedicated to raising up your self-worth.
I work with specifically with college-age and young adults into their 30's on identity and self-worth. As an adopted person, I am adoptee-competent and love working with all adoptees, including experience with issues facing ITC and transracial adoptees. I work with you to integrate all the parts of your authentic self into a feeling of being fully "you" everyday. I work on relational/response patterns you feel stuck in, building trust and confidence in your own decision-making, resolving sources of criticism, and I'm just generally dedicated to raising up your self-worth.
I can see clients throughout Montana via telehealth. I work with adolescent, adult, geriatric, multicultural, and LGBTQIA+ clients. My specialties include working with ADHD, ASD and sensory sensitivities, Depressive Disorders (MDD, Dysthymia, PMDD), Dissociative Disorders (DPD, DPR, DID), complex-interpersonal relationships (family members or partners with: NPD, substance-use, BPD, imprisonment, etc.), Social Anxiety, PTSD (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, sexual), Suicidality, Somatic Disorders, Insomnia, Sexual Dysfunctions, Sex Positivity, Gender Dysphoria, and Burnout.
I can see clients throughout Montana via telehealth. I work with adolescent, adult, geriatric, multicultural, and LGBTQIA+ clients. My specialties include working with ADHD, ASD and sensory sensitivities, Depressive Disorders (MDD, Dysthymia, PMDD), Dissociative Disorders (DPD, DPR, DID), complex-interpersonal relationships (family members or partners with: NPD, substance-use, BPD, imprisonment, etc.), Social Anxiety, PTSD (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, sexual), Suicidality, Somatic Disorders, Insomnia, Sexual Dysfunctions, Sex Positivity, Gender Dysphoria, and Burnout.
Let's be honest, most of us wouldn't go back to our adolescent years even if someone paid us to do so. Growing up is hard and life throws a lot at children, teens, and young adults. It is not uncommon to feel many conflicting ways about adolescence (and often times many conflicting ways at once). The things we face as we grow up impact our ability to engage, succeed, and feel accepted in our family life, our friend and peer circles, and in our academic sphere. It is my distinct honor to work with adolescents as they navigate some of the toughest years of life.
Let's be honest, most of us wouldn't go back to our adolescent years even if someone paid us to do so. Growing up is hard and life throws a lot at children, teens, and young adults. It is not uncommon to feel many conflicting ways about adolescence (and often times many conflicting ways at once). The things we face as we grow up impact our ability to engage, succeed, and feel accepted in our family life, our friend and peer circles, and in our academic sphere. It is my distinct honor to work with adolescents as they navigate some of the toughest years of life.
We were all teenagers once, and can often recall struggles, such as bullying, depression, anxiety, and fears during adolescence. Many of my clients struggle with the daily challenges of being a young person in this world. I know that the parents also struggle and I provide support for the children, and families. I also see adults and I'm happy to provide trauma based therapy to anyone aged 12 and up. My passion is to help others to grow and change in a way that complements the type of life that they want to live, rather than what they are currently struggling with. I would be delighted to be a part of your counseling journey.
We were all teenagers once, and can often recall struggles, such as bullying, depression, anxiety, and fears during adolescence. Many of my clients struggle with the daily challenges of being a young person in this world. I know that the parents also struggle and I provide support for the children, and families. I also see adults and I'm happy to provide trauma based therapy to anyone aged 12 and up. My passion is to help others to grow and change in a way that complements the type of life that they want to live, rather than what they are currently struggling with. I would be delighted to be a part of your counseling journey.
As we walk through our lives, we are faced with many challenges. Sudden, unexpected events such as injuries, illnesses, and losses can happen to us at any given time. In this fast changing world, it is often difficult to have a sense of balance. You may be overwhelmed by restless, negative feelings and thoughts from past or present issues. It takes courage to seek counseling, face your issues, and to take steps towards positive changes. I believe we all have inner abilities to heal and grow. As a therapist, I would be honored to assist you in your individual journey and help you to discover your true potential and life value.
As we walk through our lives, we are faced with many challenges. Sudden, unexpected events such as injuries, illnesses, and losses can happen to us at any given time. In this fast changing world, it is often difficult to have a sense of balance. You may be overwhelmed by restless, negative feelings and thoughts from past or present issues. It takes courage to seek counseling, face your issues, and to take steps towards positive changes. I believe we all have inner abilities to heal and grow. As a therapist, I would be honored to assist you in your individual journey and help you to discover your true potential and life value.
I am trained as a grief counselor and also in EMDR. I also work with couples as an EFT therapist and have a strong belief that relationship is at the center of our well-being; whether it's our relationship with others or with ourselves and am versed in Internal Family Systems Therapy. I also belong to team of practitioners who meet weekly to consider the needs of our clients. We offer an excellent and holistic approach for your care.
I am trained as a grief counselor and also in EMDR. I also work with couples as an EFT therapist and have a strong belief that relationship is at the center of our well-being; whether it's our relationship with others or with ourselves and am versed in Internal Family Systems Therapy. I also belong to team of practitioners who meet weekly to consider the needs of our clients. We offer an excellent and holistic approach for your care.
Melanie McKee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59718
I work with adults, adolescents, and families. In working with adults, my holistic approach utilizes various modalities to provide individualized treatment that will be best for your goals and needs. In working with families and adolescents, I may incorporate art, play, or other creative means of communication and connection. From a trauma-informed and strengths-based perspective, I am passionate about helping at-risk youth with behavior challenges, and families to strengthen their relationships.
I work with adults, adolescents, and families. In working with adults, my holistic approach utilizes various modalities to provide individualized treatment that will be best for your goals and needs. In working with families and adolescents, I may incorporate art, play, or other creative means of communication and connection. From a trauma-informed and strengths-based perspective, I am passionate about helping at-risk youth with behavior challenges, and families to strengthen their relationships.
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Bozeman, MT 59718 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to enjoy your personal, or professional life because of uncomfortable symptoms you wish to alleviate? Do you wish you could grow personally from talking about your problems? Counseling may be a great choice for you! When you feel understood and respected and believed by a counselor, a world of opportunity and personal growth can open up. Clients from all backgrounds in Bozeman come in seeking counseling for trauma, personal growth and overall mental health and wellbeing. We offer individualized services tailored to the client's needs. Expect to set goals and meet them, as we approach wellness, together.
Are you struggling to enjoy your personal, or professional life because of uncomfortable symptoms you wish to alleviate? Do you wish you could grow personally from talking about your problems? Counseling may be a great choice for you! When you feel understood and respected and believed by a counselor, a world of opportunity and personal growth can open up. Clients from all backgrounds in Bozeman come in seeking counseling for trauma, personal growth and overall mental health and wellbeing. We offer individualized services tailored to the client's needs. Expect to set goals and meet them, as we approach wellness, together.
Jessica Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bozeman, MT 59715
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver. Prior to my work in outpatient counseling, I worked with children and adolescents to enhance their emotional well-being and improve their academic performance. I have worked with diverse client populations in a variety of settings including community based, residential care, crisis intervention, domestic violence shelters, and school systems. I am a trauma-engaged, strengths-based clinician with 8+ years of experience working with adjustment issues across the lifespan, emotional distress, problematic relationship
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver. Prior to my work in outpatient counseling, I worked with children and adolescents to enhance their emotional well-being and improve their academic performance. I have worked with diverse client populations in a variety of settings including community based, residential care, crisis intervention, domestic violence shelters, and school systems. I am a trauma-engaged, strengths-based clinician with 8+ years of experience working with adjustment issues across the lifespan, emotional distress, problematic relationship
I am focusing at this time on with elementary school children and their families. I work a great deal with foster and adoptive families and those who are struggles with systems and economics that make parenting particularly difficult. If your child is frustrated and struggles with staying calm and focusing on what they need to do, if you seem to constantly get phone calls from school and child care regarding you child's behavior, or your placement is struggling with settling into you home please give me a call. I accept medicaid, HMK, HMK+ and most insurance.
I am focusing at this time on with elementary school children and their families. I work a great deal with foster and adoptive families and those who are struggles with systems and economics that make parenting particularly difficult. If your child is frustrated and struggles with staying calm and focusing on what they need to do, if you seem to constantly get phone calls from school and child care regarding you child's behavior, or your placement is struggling with settling into you home please give me a call. I accept medicaid, HMK, HMK+ and most insurance.
I believe people are born good and have an innate drive to constantly do better. I also believe when things happen in our lives that prevent us from reaching that potential, we may need gentle guidance to help us reach the potential we desire. Working together, we will strive to find the ways that will individually suit you to help you reach your personal goals. Having worked with individuals from age 7 to 90, couples, individuals, families, and groups, there is a need for diversity in counseling in order to meet each person where they are.
I believe people are born good and have an innate drive to constantly do better. I also believe when things happen in our lives that prevent us from reaching that potential, we may need gentle guidance to help us reach the potential we desire. Working together, we will strive to find the ways that will individually suit you to help you reach your personal goals. Having worked with individuals from age 7 to 90, couples, individuals, families, and groups, there is a need for diversity in counseling in order to meet each person where they are.
Amanda Kuehn Forney
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PCLC
Verified Verified
Bozeman, MT 59718
Waitlist for new clients
My aim as your counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard & validated. I help my clients identify their unique needs & seek to empower them with tools that work for them to address those needs. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from children to older adults, and have special experience working with older adults (60+), as well as experience as an advocate for survivors of interpersonal violence, sexual assault, & stalking. I also offer sessions via video calls through a secure provider. I'm passionate about helping my clients tap into their own strengths & resources, and access greater wellness!
My aim as your counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard & validated. I help my clients identify their unique needs & seek to empower them with tools that work for them to address those needs. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from children to older adults, and have special experience working with older adults (60+), as well as experience as an advocate for survivors of interpersonal violence, sexual assault, & stalking. I also offer sessions via video calls through a secure provider. I'm passionate about helping my clients tap into their own strengths & resources, and access greater wellness!
I enjoy working with couples and families. I have been very successful in using a communication approach when working with couples. I have worked with attachment issues since I started counseling in 2000. I am especially excited about working with families in a group setting in order to deal with major issues that are occurring. I am experienced in systemic counseling and group work of all kinds.
I enjoy working with couples and families. I have been very successful in using a communication approach when working with couples. I have worked with attachment issues since I started counseling in 2000. I am especially excited about working with families in a group setting in order to deal with major issues that are occurring. I am experienced in systemic counseling and group work of all kinds.
Whatever brings you here today, you deserve to be heard, you know you best! I will meet you where you are at & together we will understand what it is you want/need, navigate transitions or help you through difficult times. I’m honored to work with you & help you through your journey. I work with individuals, parents and moms. It is not easy to let in a new person who you can trust will have your best interest. I will offer a safe empathetic place with no judgment & unconditional support. Where you can talk about your struggles and difficulties.
Whatever brings you here today, you deserve to be heard, you know you best! I will meet you where you are at & together we will understand what it is you want/need, navigate transitions or help you through difficult times. I’m honored to work with you & help you through your journey. I work with individuals, parents and moms. It is not easy to let in a new person who you can trust will have your best interest. I will offer a safe empathetic place with no judgment & unconditional support. Where you can talk about your struggles and difficulties.
Nobody has to struggle alone. I believe that much of human suffering is exacerbated by the betrayals and frustrations we have felt in important relationships. As a therapist, I hold a deep conviction in the capacity of relationships to heal old wounds and to restore a sense of trust and integrity in oneself and the world. I approach my work with each patient with humility and respect for their life experiences, and I strive to create a safe space for my patients to explore how they ended up where they are and what keeps them feeling stuck.
Nobody has to struggle alone. I believe that much of human suffering is exacerbated by the betrayals and frustrations we have felt in important relationships. As a therapist, I hold a deep conviction in the capacity of relationships to heal old wounds and to restore a sense of trust and integrity in oneself and the world. I approach my work with each patient with humility and respect for their life experiences, and I strive to create a safe space for my patients to explore how they ended up where they are and what keeps them feeling stuck.
Working with children and adolescents and their families since 1997, my emphasis has always been on how to help the adults help their kids. My focus is on finding out what a child needs and then figuring out how to help their parents, schools or caregivers meet those needs. I work with a variety of presenting concerns-from anxiety, depression, behavorial problems, grief, trauma, divorce and normal life transitions.
Working with children and adolescents and their families since 1997, my emphasis has always been on how to help the adults help their kids. My focus is on finding out what a child needs and then figuring out how to help their parents, schools or caregivers meet those needs. I work with a variety of presenting concerns-from anxiety, depression, behavorial problems, grief, trauma, divorce and normal life transitions.
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Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.