Therapists in Missoula, MT
I draw from several modalities: relational-developmental, experiential, body-centered, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, sensory-somatic, and movement.
In order to grow and thrive in life, we all need a sense of feeling understood and enlivened within ourselves, in relationships and in community. I offer a present-centered approach for individual adults, parents, and families who seek to make change, heal from past trauma, move and transform through grief and loss, and improve interpersonal skills.
I draw from several modalities: relational-developmental, experiential, body-centered, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, sensory-somatic, and movement.
In order to grow and thrive in life, we all need a sense of feeling understood and enlivened within ourselves, in relationships and in community. I offer a present-centered approach for individual adults, parents, and families who seek to make change, heal from past trauma, move and transform through grief and loss, and improve interpersonal skills.
Meghan Maloney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Missoula, MT 59801
Not accepting new clients
I am also a registered yoga instructor (RYT 200 hr) and offer trauma sensitive movement-oriented techniques and mindfulness practices to support processing and develop regulatory coping skillsets.
< Currently not taking new clients > At certain times we all need help facing difficult experiences that may disrupt our understanding of who we are and how to find our way forward. I offer an accepting and nonjudgemental approach that is integrative, down to earth, and person centered. Our work together will help you harness your inner resources and develop helpful skills to heal and address patterns to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I am also a registered yoga instructor (RYT 200 hr) and offer trauma sensitive movement-oriented techniques and mindfulness practices to support processing and develop regulatory coping skillsets.
< Currently not taking new clients > At certain times we all need help facing difficult experiences that may disrupt our understanding of who we are and how to find our way forward. I offer an accepting and nonjudgemental approach that is integrative, down to earth, and person centered. Our work together will help you harness your inner resources and develop helpful skills to heal and address patterns to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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Open, honest, and caring, Tristen brings his passion for healing and growth to every session. Tristen believes that the challenges we face in our lives are obstacles to be overcome, and can provide opportunities for growth. He strives to empower his clients with the skills and tools necessary for them to reach their highest potential, and achieve their most ambitious goals. Tristen believes that much of the distress and dysfunction we experience in our lives stem from suppressed and/or ineffectively expressed emotions. He works to build strong, safe relationships with his clients so that they can explore their emotions.
Open, honest, and caring, Tristen brings his passion for healing and growth to every session. Tristen believes that the challenges we face in our lives are obstacles to be overcome, and can provide opportunities for growth. He strives to empower his clients with the skills and tools necessary for them to reach their highest potential, and achieve their most ambitious goals. Tristen believes that much of the distress and dysfunction we experience in our lives stem from suppressed and/or ineffectively expressed emotions. He works to build strong, safe relationships with his clients so that they can explore their emotions.
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What can I expect from dance/movement therapy?
During dance therapy, the therapist will guide the client through dance movements that metaphorically represent a particular challenge, reflect their internal emotional state, or otherwise express physically what is happening for the client mentally. The therapist may “mirror” the client’s movements or simply observe. The client may be encouraged, as they dance, to pay attention to their breath or other physical sensations. Afterward, the therapist and client will often debrief to help the client process the experience.
Is dance/movement therapy evidence-based?
A small body of research has found that dance therapy can help treat conditions like depression, PTSD, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as nonclinical issues like low self-esteem or family conflict. However, some experts caution that the evidence in favor of dance therapy is not as robust as that of other, more established therapies, and some of the published research is of low quality. Many recommend that dance therapy be used as a complementary rather than stand-alone treatment.
Can dance therapy help with depression?
Some research suggests that dance/movement therapy can aid in the treatment of depression, especially when combined with other therapies; some studies, for example, report that dance therapy combined with antidepressants or talk therapy is more effective than those treatments alone. The positive effects of dance therapy may come from the movement itself, as it’s well-known that physical activity can improve mood and bolster motivation in those struggling with depression.
What are the limitations of dance therapy?
People with disabilities or other conditions that hinder movement may find it more challenging to participate in dance therapy, though a well-trained therapist will take a client’s physical limitations into account when designing a treatment plan. Experts also warn that certain conditions, particularly eating disorders, should never be treated with dance therapy alone; it may, however, be used as an adjunct therapy.