Therapists in Great Falls, MT

Have you been struggling with OCD, ongoing anxiety, phobias, or trauma symptoms that have become a barrier to connection and success? I love to work with those who experience anxiety, OCD, and trauma and strive to provide therapeutic support to get you where you want to be. I am currently only accepting telehealth clients.

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

You struggle with life’s stress. Striving to meet expectations is making you anxious, which can affect your health and even your motivation. As anxiety increases, you find yourself shutting down inside, creating walls in your relationships, managing through unhealthy activities, avoiding stressful situations or people.

You are dedicated to “getting it right”. You work hard - in your job, your relationships - but it never seems to be enough. You are exhausted. You feel defeated. And despite all of your efforts, things are still falling apart. The areas of your life that you can’t fully control - a relationship, your child, a circumstance or negative event, a life transition- leave you feeling like a failure. You are functional, but life doesn’t genuinely feel optimal. Despite your exhaustive efforts…it wasn’t enough. You believe you weren’t enough.

We can't do everything, on our own, all the time. Sometimes reaching out for help feels like surrendering. I'm passionate about helping individuals and families create a life they enjoy. I am here to help you navigate your way through this – and believe it or not, I may have done this a time or two! My education/training are ideal for working with kids, families and young adults who are struggling with life transitions, relationships and past traumatic events. As a Registered Play Therapist I believe counseling should be healing and fun- everyone has a super power to unleash and some kryptonite to harness!

Which path you choose will either allow you to experience peace and contentment or leave you feeling so overwhelmed as you struggle with feelings of frustration, doubt, anger, sadness, anxiety, shame, guilt, fear, or hopelessness. You are not broken, in need of fixing. Instead, you are deeply hurt and in need of care. Identifying some of these emotions may make you unsure what to do next. Rest assured, you are not alone. Many have felt the same but have found more efficient ways to heal through seeking help in the search for the cause.

Welcome to Big Sky Counseling, a compassionate space to move toward healing. Our primary areas of focus include OCD and related Anxiety Disorders (see below for details on expanded areas of support we offer) . We approach treatment by integrating structured ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and CBT/ICBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to disrupt the obsessive-compulsive cycle and return to values-based living. We are currently scheduling new telehealth clients for folks residing in MT with Ashley Schwartzman, PCLC, under the clinical supervision of Kelli Smith, LCPC.

I've been a practicing counselor for over 17 years. I received my bachelor's degree in Sociology from California State University Fullerton, my master's degree from Montana State University in Marriage and Family Therapy, and my PhD from The University of Montana in Counselor Education and Supervision. I am a 23-year member of the Montana Air National Guard. I specialize in the military/veteran community, first responders, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma, dissociative disorders, psychosomatic disorders, insomnia/sleep disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and spiritual abuse/high control group/cult recovery.

I am a retired Navy Veteran, that was born and raised right here in Great Falls MT. I work with all clients over the age of 18. My passion is helping my clients to find a solution for their mental health and addiction problems.

I work with my clients to develop treatment goals that will decrease distress and improve overall mental health. I focus on helping clients reach their goals by recognizing the complex interactions between thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. I am generalized in my approach to therapy and recognize the uniqueness of individuals I treat. I often utilize evidence based practice, mindfulness, stress management, and supportive therapy in treatment. I believe in helping clients find confidence in their abilities and recognition of their self-worth. I strive to provide a therapeutic environment that is warm, open, and non-judgmental.

Accepting new online clients residing in Colorado or Montana for individual therapy sessions. AND announcing my new in person outdoor practice! Yellowstone Adventure Counseling, Coaching and Craft! Let's get outside! Counseling or coaching retreats in Yellowstone National Park and beyond. Together, we can design a personalized retreat to further your desires for healing and regeneration. Individual or group. You choose a destination within 90 miles of Cody, Wyoming. I will plan the counseling activities etc. around your intentions and budget. Together, we will process the tough experiences of your past. Call or email for more info.

It all begins with a question. Often clients consider therapy in the midst of challenging circumstances unfolding in their life - confused, bewildered - seeking a reassuring presence to walk alongside them. I offer a warm, engaging presence to help you sift, sort and begin making sense of the emotional terrain you are walking. Together, we will gently explore questions such as "given this experience, who am I now?" I believe we each possess a sacred landscape within - with gifts, hopes, dreams, and strengths beneath the surface - not lost, but often covered by the grit of storms that sometimes move through our lives.

Hey! I am Terri. So many people that I have met describe having been stuck. They have been unable, with the tools they have had, to get unstuck. Typically, it seems that trauma in one form or another is behind that. We all have a story, right? The one that led you here. Trauma can be big trauma, like we think of car accidents or sexual assault but it can also be things like grief or loss, divorce, emotional abuse, etc. Things that get stuck, that mold us in a sense... those same things also make us strong and build character, once we learn how to build from them.

My top priority is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you. A fundamental aspect of that is hearing and understanding where you are coming from. The most common issues I help with are emotional trauma, relationship difficulties, workplace difficulties and longer term mental health/illness issues. I worked in state government for 15 years. The understanding that I developed regarding how organizations tend to function is valuable in helping clients dealing with workplace issues.

I work with children, teens, and adults to manage and assist with difficulties that interfere with daily functioning, which include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief and loss issues, divorce, and trauma while working together to reach goals in a safe and confidential environment.

My practice is primarily focused on providing affirmative care for those who are exploring their gender identity – across the lifespan and along the gender spectrum. If you are seeking support around issues of gender identity, I will provide you with a supportive relationship - without expectation, agenda or judgment - within which to explore whatever questions you may be asking. My role in this process is not to define your identity for you, but to provide the space within which you can do that for yourself.

We all possess the innate capacity for healing and growth, despite how painful our current struggles or past experiences may be. I believe even the most difficult symptom or behavior began as a way to cope with something unmanageable, and that we are able to shed the symptoms and behaviors that no longer serve us by building authentic and compassionate relationships with ourselves and others. I practice from a humanistic and trauma-informed perspective, and believe that safety and trust are the foundation of an effective therapeutic relationship.

I have immediate virtual appts. to help with life & Addiction, OCD, and Trauma. I am currently a Master's student in the last portion of my training for my degree. Don't let that scare you, I come with many years of experience in supporting folx with mental health concerns including trauma and the impact of PTSD. As a Montana therapist, I work with people in rural areas and understanding the nuances of the challenges faced in taking care of your mental health, that is why I am proud to be part of a sliding scale program at my internship. Let's chat and see how I can help you focus on what's important. I serve Montana and Colorado.

Hello! Showing up for yourself by considering and advocating for your wellbeing is no small feat! It’s also an indicator of self-awareness, resilience, and perseverance which can be amazing places to start any journey. I am happy to be a resource and support on your path! It is possible to build a strong foundation of internal wellness and healing from which we can thrive, not just survive!