Therapists in Kalispell, MT

Over the past ten years of my professional life, I have worked with individuals and their families to achieve a sense of well being, increase agency and reduce distress. With a holistic view of each client, I offer a trauma-informed, person-centered approach that allows me to meet the needs of a wide variety of individuals and families. I am committed to meeting clients where they are and working tirelessly to create a real therapeutic relationship that is non-judgemental, safe and authentic.

My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, or seeking personal growth, I’m here to support you on your journey. I am committed to creating an inclusive and affirming space for clients of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeconomic status, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+. In our sessions, you can expect a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings.

Hello. My name is Josh Pate-Terry, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Montana. I am skilled in motivational interviewing, substance use disorders, and I am a certified clinical anxiety treatment professional, a certification that provides me with expertise in the neuroscience, treatment, and psychopharmacology of anxiety. We, as human beings, are all very much both alike and different. As such, we want to create a treatment plan based on your individual needs and abilities by establishing clear goals and paths to achieving those goals.

I work with children, teens and adults across the lifespan providing individual, couples and family therapy, psychological assessment and consultation. My overall mission is to help clients to 1) understand, articulate, and negotiate their particular challenges such that they can cope and overcome; and 2) identify and achieve their personal goals and live congruently with their values and aspirations. I have worked in private, school and medical settings in urban and rural parts of the country including Los Angeles, Chicago, Arizona and Indiana. I am happy to offer services in my new adopted home, Northwest Montana.

In my role as a counselor, I am passionate about creating a supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and valued, reflecting the fundamental human need for connection and belonging. I employ a relational approach, prioritizing our therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth and healing. Through emotion-focused therapy, we identify and challenge patterns in relationships that may evoke shame, fear, or anger, and collaborate to cultivate a sense of purpose, belonging, and fulfillment.

I believe all individuals have the ability for monumental change and growth within themselves. My role is to provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that is targeted to meet my client's individual needs and strengths. I have empathy and respect for the individuals that I work with. I believe the relationship that we build provides the paths for working through whatever may be blocking growth.

Sometimes our life experiences have a way of causing an altered view of ourselves and the world around us. Trauma and grief can also cause us to disconnect from our lives and the people we love, leaving us feeling unsettled, anxious, and lost. My approach to counseling involves creating a safe space for my clients that supports self-exploration, understanding, and personal growth. My strength-based, trauma-informed practice draws primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness practices, and internal family systems. Together, we can define your goals and values, and explore who you truly are.

Our focus is to see you, hear you, understand your heart and goals and help you to organize your life to make the changes needed to attain those goals.

Immediate Openings, including some early morning and weekend telehealth availability. Do you find yourself struggling with your mental health or wellbeing? It doesn't have to feel this way. I will help you understand your emotions and navigate them with compassion, developing a deep connection and sense of self-discovery within yourself and your relationships. I will help you build new skills to gain relief from your symptoms. I am dedicated to guiding you towards lasting positive change and healing in your life, feeling healthier and happier as an individual, and in relationships with others.

The world we live in is not easy. Life is not easy, it can be very hard. What is easy, is to feel lost and unheard, to feel unloved and not enough. You are never too much, and always enough. I'm here to listen to you and your truth; You are the expert in your own experiences. I want to be on this path of self discovery and help with any past, present, and future challenges/experiences. I'd hope to create a safe and welcoming space on this journey for you. This first step is the hardest part.

“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.

There’s an idea by Carl Rogers - unconditional positive regard- which means “accepting and respecting others as they are without judgment”. That’s what you deserve and that’s what I hope to offer to you. I’d like to provide a secure and welcoming space as you begin, or continue, your mental health journey. You've come this far. You're reading this because you're curious, and maybe there's a part of you that is ready to start your healing journey.

I am particularly drawn to working with children, teens, and adults, recognizing the importance of addressing mental health challenges at every stage of life. Whether it's creating a safe space for children to express themselves through play, guiding teens through the complexities of adolescence, or helping adults navigate life's obstacles, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support.

Hello! My name is Myranda Hardy, I am a licensed clinical social worker with a genuine passion for empowering individuals to live their lives to the fullest. In doing so, I have helped hundreds of people have a deeper sense of connection to their lives and have allowed them to create better relationships and happiness. I have helped people increase their self-compassion, lower anxiety and depression levels, and assist people in a wide variety of adaptive coping skills. When people feel stuck, I have worked with them on gaining traction in their lives and helping them to have fulfilling experiences.

Jennifer Richard, LCPC As a therapist, my job is to provide a safe and open environment in which to share. I work with individuals and have experience assisting couples. I work primarily with persons needing help exploring anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, trauma, first responder, and military. I also see clients who have personality disorders and associated symptoms. I try to set a relaxed environment surrounded by understanding and non-judgement. Clients have commented about the ease in which I communicate and bring about a sense of comfort in discussion.

Do you find that yourself or your teen is struggling with feeling stuck, lost, or having difficulty handling change? Are you experiencing stress in your relationship and are having difficulty coping? What to do with these feelings and how to tackle our problems can seem like a daunting task, especially alone. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, and couples, who might find themselves in this position. I also enjoy working with those who seek spiritual integration in the counseling process.

I am a therapist who will be with you in tackling life's most difficult moments - anxiety, perfectionism, grief, loss, depression, and trauma with a particular focus on PTSD, postpartum depression & anxiety, and traumatic birth experiences. Understanding that every struggle is unique, the therapy provided seeks to aid those grappling with complex emotions and experiences. The journey towards healing might be tough, but together, we can chart a course toward resilience, coping, and meaningful progress. Empathetic care and tailored strategies are the heart of my practice.

I believe growth is driven by curiosity, compassion, and courage. I work with adolescents and adults with diverse needs, including trauma, suicidal ideation, and LGBTQ+ topics. I create a warm, authentic atmosphere where you are heard and accepted. Laughter is welcomed, and a nonjudgmental understanding is always given.

Childhood trauma often times comes with a feeling of deep shame, which turns into a core belief that you are bad, undeserving and unworthy of anything good. Shame comes from an old German word meaning “to cover.” You hide your feelings, keeping them secret. Because—if they really knew who you were, they couldn’t love you. You spend your life trying so hard to cover up the bad so no one will see. In doing this you lose your authenticity, your truth, your dreams. You become someone you are not. You lose your light. Working through trauma is hard, it takes courage, dedication and patience, but it is worth it. You are worth it.