Depression Therapy
therapy for depression
Therapy for Depression in Bozeman
Whether you’re facing exhaustion, sadness or something in between, understanding your experience with depression is a first step toward finding relief. You’re not alone if you’re feeling this way. With the right support, it’s possible to reconnect with yourself, regain energy and start feeling like you again.
This is Depression
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Exhaustion
No matter how much you rest, you still feel tired. It’s like your energy tank is running on empty.
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Feeling overwhelmed
Even small tasks start to feel like huge mountains that are impossible to climb.
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Lack of motivation
The things that once excited or inspired you now feel like a chore.
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Irritability
You’re more easily frustrated, and the little things that never bothered you before start to get under your skin.
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Physical symptoms
Headaches, muscle tension, or even stomach issues can crop up, all signs your body is reacting to the stress.
How We Work with Depression
We start with curiosity, not judgment—meeting you where you are, especially when depression makes everything feel heavier. Our work focuses on gently rebuilding motivation, hope, and connection by exploring the patterns and pressures that have been weighing you down. Whether you're a teen or adult, we move at your pace, creating space for relief, reflection, and a renewed sense of self.
Somatic Experiencing
SE helps individuals become more aware of the physical sensations tied to emotional pain, allowing them to release trapped tension and trauma. By processing and resolving these bodily sensations, clients can reduce the emotional and physical impact of depression. This approach helps to restore balance in the nervous system.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
DBT focuses on teaching individuals skills to manage intense emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and tolerate distress. It combines mindfulness, emotional regulation, and acceptance strategies to help individuals cope with the overwhelming feelings of depression.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to depression, such as self-criticism and hopelessness. It teaches practical strategies to replace these distorted thoughts with healthier, more realistic ones.
Trauma and Depression
Traumatic experience can often contribute to depressive symptoms. Trauma-focused therapy helps individuals process traumatic events in a safe space, explore and identify triggers, and reframe the overwhelming experience in order to resolve the strong-hold of trauma on the body and mind.
Our therapists are “Neurodiverse Informed”, which is to say that we all have training and skills to work with a range of folks on the neurodiverse spectrum from ADD/ADHD, gifted, and high functioning autism. We fully celebrate the Neuro-Spicey and the Bright and Quirky!
Our Bozeman Depression Therapists
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Tori Kenyon, LCSW
I have a naturally playful and professional approach. My clinical past has allowed me to develop confidence and skills working with all genders ages 16 to 35. I feel at my most skilled when I’m working with life transitions, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
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Lauren Boland, LCSW
In our work together, I’ll call into action the knowledge and strategies from somatic, mindfulness, attachment, and developmental theories for your work in anxiety, transitions, neurodivergence, and trauma.
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Becky Johnston, LCSW
I create a relaxed and casual space for adult women navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, or big life changes. If you're feeling stuck, I’m here to help you feel more like you and create the path to a future that looks inviting.
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Ellie Jorgensen, LCPC
I work with adults and children to navigate life’s twists and turns. I specialize in synergetic play therapy, CBT, and ERP, focusing on challenges like childhood behavioral concerns, attachment, postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety, and OCD.
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Logan Shrader, LCSW
I work with children ages 6 to 16 to build skills and strategies for thriving in school and family. I specialize in play therapy, CBT, and attachment, as well as supporting neurodivergence. I also work with men who are new to the “dad” role.
“very heard and seen…”
“She affirmed my feelings, and I felt very heard and seen by her. While I moved and am no longer a patient, I still pull from that experience when supporting myself through life.”
— ILLUMINATE CLIENT
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, or growth, our team is here to support you in finding what you need.