Kurt Ruffley, LCPC, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor  in Montana

Kurt Ruffley

LCPC
Accepting Clients

I support adults and teens navigating anxiety, trauma, and major transitions with steady, direct, compassionate therapy that builds real m

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Montana

Services

About My Clients

I work with adults and teens who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, trauma responses, or communication struggles. They’re motivated for change but need clarity, structure, and a therapist who’s both compassionate and straightforward. Together, we make sense of patterns and build tools that help life feel more manageable and aligned

My Background and Approach

I’m a trauma‑informed, strengths‑based therapist who blends warmth with clear structure. My background includes working with adults and teens navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship patterns, identity questions, and major life transitions. I focus on helping clients understand the emotional and behavioral cycles that keep them stuck, then build practical skills that create real movement. My approach is collaborative, steady, and direct—I listen closely, offer honest feedback, and tailor each session to your goals, pace, and history. I draw from CBT, DBT, emotionally focused work, and mindfulness‑based strategies to support insight, resilience, and meaningful change. Clients can expect a grounded space where their story is taken seriously, their strengths are honored, and the work is both reflective and actionable

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

My work is shaped by the belief that people grow through honesty, compassion, and practical support. I see therapy as a collaborative process where your experiences, values, and strengths guide the direction of our work. I believe change happens when we understand our patterns, stay curious about our reactions, and build skills that help us move through life with more clarity and intention. I value respect, autonomy, and the idea that each person’s story deserves to be taken seriously. I approach clients with steadiness, directness, and genuine care, trusting that meaningful progress comes from both insight and action.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Motivational Interviewing
Other Techniques
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Family Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Veterans/Military Service
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Bipolar
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Physical Disability
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Teen Issues
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans/Military Service
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • PacificSource
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • CAQH
  • Montana Health Co-op
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $160 - 210/session

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