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Grief counselors and therapists in Billings, MT

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Billings, MT

Grief doesn't follow a timeline, and Headway connects Billings residents with 200 licensed therapists trained in grief counseling and bereavement support. Our providers offer evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you process loss and find meaning. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many therapists offering free consultations.

Donald Johnson

Donald Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Billings, MT


“I am an active listener and feel that a running dialog is essential to understanding and helping my clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Donna Daigle-Thomas

Donna Daigle-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I am an open minded couselor that will help you find your focus and help you process the emotions you want help with.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melissa Sandford

Melissa Sandford

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“We will focus on effectively processing emotions, cultivating deeper understandings, building skills and creating lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sheryce Allendorf

Sheryce Allendorf

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I'm known for my grounded presence, clinical clarity, and ability to create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kirsten Townsend

Kirsten Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I meet clients where they are and provide a safe space to explore emotions, thoughts, skills, relationships, and other life areas.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Leazenby

Dr. Lisa Leazenby

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Montana


“My goal is to offer compassionate, individualized care in a safe and respectful space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered on your journey toward healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Jasmine Allen

Dr. Jasmine Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“The work is both supportive and intentional—balancing reflection with practical steps that help you move forward...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Heather Rowley

Heather Rowley

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I believe therapy should be a positive, empowering experience focused on what works for the individual.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Desiree Hobson

Desiree Hobson

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or just plain tired of trying to figure everything out on your own. Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, or depression makes it hard to find the motivation to get through your day. Perhaps ADHD has you juggling a million things at once, but nothing feels like it's getting done. Maybe you're in the midst of a big change; a new role, shifting family dynamics, or health challenges and you're not sure how to navigate it all. I want you to know that you don't have to do it alone. Life doesn't always go as planned, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming to carry. We can find a way forward together.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Flowers

Amanda Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Allison Russo

Allison Russo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Montana


“With over 15 years of experience in psychiatry across diverse settings, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve balance and well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Phipps Gesker

Kelly Phipps Gesker

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marcia Tharp

Marcia Tharp

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“Having worked in the foster care system for 20 years, I have learned about trauma, difficult life experiences, and the great need not to face it alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ben Carrettin

Ben Carrettin

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“Humans are "perfectly imperfect" - we all are. And each of us are both unique and intricate in this, as well.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bria Dunkin

Bria Dunkin

Psychologist

Virtual • Stevensville, MT


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and firmly rooted in meeting you exactly where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsey Suchy

Lindsey Suchy

Therapist

Virtual • Billings, MT


“I utilize a person-centered approach, empowering individuals to pursue meaningful and sustainable change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blanche Sumner

Blanche Sumner

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“My practice is based around getting us to a place where we're better informed about our internal world of thoughts, feelings, and bodily expressions of emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Barbara Sprague

Barbara Sprague

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Montana


“She is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all patients, including those who identify as LGBTQ+.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tara Ashley

Tara Ashley

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“Spanning over 28 years as a social worker, Tara has practiced social work in the areas of: play therapy, family therapy, child protection, intra-familial sexual abuse...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Garrett Epler

Garrett Epler

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I care about helping people understand why they get stuck in certain patterns — but I'm equally focused on helping them build tools that actually work outside the therapy room.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Buntrock

Janet Buntrock

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I will work with you collaboratively to set steps, goals and strategies all the while encouraging you to own your story and find your way through whatever situation brought you into counseling.”
Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Eula Crippen

Dr. Eula Crippen

Psychologist

Virtual • Montana


“In truth, the ways in which we have learned to defend ourselves often become the greatest barrier to our happiness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Janean Francis

Janean Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I approach therapy from person in environment and collaboration perspective. I try to see the person within the system that surrounds them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff Bergstrom

Jeff Bergstrom

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“My approach is collaborative and flexible — I draw from ACT, CBT, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based care...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Brooking

Michael Brooking

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I work with clients to provide a safe environment for talk therapy. I meet all clients with unconditional positive regard in order to grow a strong therapeutic relationship.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michelle Bayard

Michelle Bayard

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“As a Certified Oncology Social Worker, I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals and families through the cancer journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ja'Lisa Giles

Ja'Lisa Giles

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I'm passionate about working with people of color, and I aim to create a supportive, affirming space where you feel seen and respected.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kourtney Carter

Dr. Kourtney Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I believe mental health should be embraced, prioritized, and treated with the same importance as physical health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carolyn Riker

Carolyn Riker

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I offer several different therapy approaches which give me flexibility to use different techniques from various therapeutic models, including DBT...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Bieber

April Bieber

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“My approach is warm, direct, and goal-oriented — I focus on helping you gain insight, build practical tools, and make meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tiffany Kehoe

Tiffany Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Shawn Mines

Dr. Shawn Mines

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I aim to create a calm, supportive space where you can feel understood and move toward lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mary Salerno

Mary Salerno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Montana


“I bring 27 years of experience in the medical field and a deep commitment to supporting mental health and healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Rita Billow

Dr. Rita Billow

Psychologist

Virtual • Eureka, MT


“I believe therapy should feel both safe and empowering. I draw from a trauma-informed lens and integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Informed...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Holly Ringler

Holly Ringler

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I believe that therapy should be open, empathetic and validating. I am here to listen, support and guide you through your journey towards finding relief from whatever it is that's bringing you pain.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Brian Edwards

Brian Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


“I strive to unearth the root of problems that limit you. Maybe it's a traumatic history or poor coping, but let me help you rediscover joy in life and diminish the pain, struggles and negativity.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan DePasquale

Susan DePasquale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Montana


“I have been providing medical and mental health services for over 25 years, specializing in gastroenterology, hepatology healthcare, and psychiatry.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Angela Gardner

Angela Gardner

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


I'm a licensed therapist with ten year's experience. I am trained in providing trauma informed services for individuals, couples, and families.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wesley Luffman

Wesley Luffman

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stefan Waltke

Stefan Waltke

Therapist

Virtual • Montana


Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists in Billings, MT who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Billings, MT
There are over 200 therapists in Billings, MT accepting new patients.
200+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 48%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 47%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 8%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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