Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Therapy Partner in Billings, MT
Yellowstone Counseling Center has been dedicated to mental health and emotional well-being since 2000, serving Billings, Montana, and surrounding areas. Our team of licensed professionals provides individualized care for children, adolescents, and adults through evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's unique needs. Specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, we create a safe, compassionate environment for personal growth and healing. With expertise in EMDR, play therapy, and family systems, our counselors empower clients to overcome obstacles and build resilience. We prioritize accessibility through telehealth options and flexible scheduling, ensuring quality care adapts to modern life's demands.Our commitment to holistic wellness integrates mental, emotional, and physical health perspectives, reflecting decades of combined clinical experience. By maintaining partnerships with local organizations and continuing education in emerging therapeutic techniques, we remain at the forefront of mental health care. Clients benefit from our transparent billing process, insurance coordination, and focus on practical, sustainable outcomes. Every session emphasizes dignity, cultural sensitivity, and the transformative power of therapeutic relationships. For over two decades, we've helped individuals and families navigate life's challenges with professional expertise and genuine compassion.
Services
Depression Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Play Therapy
Art Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Stress Management
EMDR Therapy
Child Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive experience
- We offer telehealth services for your convenience
- Specializing in treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD
- Compassionate care for individuals, families, and couples
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health treatment for adults addressing depression, anxiety, and trauma. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve emotional wellness. Sessions focus on creating safe spaces for self-exploration and growth through tailored therapeutic techniques.
Family Therapy
Specialized treatment for family relationship challenges and communication issues. We help families navigate conflicts, improve understanding, and strengthen bonds through structured therapy sessions. Our approach addresses generational patterns and promotes healthier family dynamics across all age groups.
Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate treatment for children processing emotional challenges through play. Certified therapists use therapeutic play techniques to help children express feelings and develop coping skills. Sessions incorporate creative activities to address behavioral and emotional concerns in a supportive environment.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized care for trauma recovery using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. This evidence-based approach helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce distressing symptoms. Therapists guide clients through structured protocols to achieve emotional healing and resilience.
Couples Counseling
Therapeutic support for couples navigating relationship challenges and communication barriers. Our counselors help partners improve understanding, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust. Sessions focus on developing healthy communication patterns and strengthening emotional connections through collaborative problem-solving.
People
Kelly L. Christy
Founder & LCPC
With over 30 years of experience, Kelly specializes in trauma treatment and mental health counseling. She established Yellowstone Counseling Center in 2000 after working at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch and South Central Treatment Associates.
Jill Mord
LCPC
Jill brings over a decade of mental health experience, specializing in anxiety, depression, and adolescent counseling. She graduated from Montana State University with a Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling in 2012.
Patti Mazurkiewicz
LCPC, RN
Combining 36 years of nursing with mental health counseling, Patti specializes in women's mental health and trauma recovery. She earned her counseling degree from MSUB in 2018 and uses a holistic approach in her practice.
Ashlyn Pratt
LCPC, LAC
Ashlyn specializes in addiction recovery and trauma treatment using EMDR and DBT techniques. She integrates mindfulness practices with traditional counseling methods to support clients' overall well-being and personal growth.
Lisa Meyer
LCPC
Lisa focuses on women's mental health and spiritual trauma healing. With expertise in mindfulness-based therapies and EMDR, she helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions through a holistic approach.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, family, and couples therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Specialized services include EMDR, play therapy, and DBT techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept and bill most insurance plans including Medicaid, but cannot accept Medicare. Payment is due at the time of service.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer telehealth counseling sessions to ensure continued care during the pandemic and for client convenience.
What are your office hours?
Our office is open Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM. We are closed Fridays and weekends.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule by calling our office at (406) 896-8427 or through our client portal. Our staff will assist with appointment coordination.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, check, and credit card payments for services rendered during each session.