Finding a Psychologist, Counselor, or Therapist in Great Falls, MT

There are a lot of characteristics that make Great Falls great, but finding the right psychologist, counselor, or therapist in Great Falls, MT can be a chore.  Unfortunately, the demand is larger than the supply, which makes the process even more frustrating. Waiting lists and unreturned phone calls are not uncommon, and when you are ready to feel better, this experience can feel even more defeating.

I want to help you find a therapist in Great Falls, Montana

There is hope, and the following tips can help you not only find a therapist accepting new clients in Great Falls, but also help you find the right fit for you. 

Google: 

Good ol’ Google. Google is a great place to start your search, but keep in mind that much of the “vetting” process will be up to you. I encourage you to narrow search results with key words like “EMDR therapist in Great Falls, MT” if you have a particular preference of modality, expertise, etc.

Pschology Today:

Psychology Today is an online directory of therapists that allows you to search your specific area based on a number of different “filters” including therapy expertise, ages served, modalities used, etc.  It’s a great way of using a search engine that is specific to therapists. The downfall to this tool is that not every therapist in Great Falls is listed in Psychology Today.

Telehealth:

The beauty of technology, eh?  If you are open to telehealth and receiving therapy via a HIPAA-compliant online video session (much like Zoom), telehealth opens up a large directory of therapists. You can really be picky about finding the best fit for you, as most therapists offer telehealth as an option. When location is not an issue, suddenly the number of therapists to choose from is endless.

Explore their website: 

A therapist’s website can be a great way of discovering that therapist’s style, expertise, and personality, so do some exploring! Look for the method(s) in which they work with clients. Do you resonate with who they help? Are there images of their office space and setting, and more importantly, do you think you’ll feel comfortable in that environment? Therapy is a commitment to yourself, and you’ll be spending some time in that space with that person, so think about how that will look and feel for you.  Does it feel right?  Give them a call!

Not taking new clients? 

Okay - you’ve found a therapist you think could be a great fit.  You call them up…and they aren’t accepting new clients. Now what?  Keep them on the phone with you and ask who they would recommend as a referral?  If you believe that therapist could be a good fit for you, chances are they know other therapists with a similar style, methods, outcomes, etc. that they can refer you to.

Local health agencies: 

If you are in a pinch and having a difficult time finding a therapist in a private practice in Great Falls, local health agencies can usually get new clients on a therapist’s schedule within a few weeks.  Alluvion or Many Rivers usually has multiple therapists on staff that you can choose from, if available.

A free consultation with a therapist in Great Falls, MT

I hope this helps you find the right therapist in Great Falls, MT. If you are still feeling stuck, feel free to call me at (406) 459-4225 for a free 15 minute phone consultation. I’d be happy to hear about what is happening and help direct you to the right person. If you are looking for help with anxiety, overwhelm, or believe you have unhealed trauma that is impacting your daily life, you can read more about how I can help here.