Find a therapist in Billings, MT — covered by insurance

Welcome - I am so happy you're here. I graduated with my Masters degree in Clinical Social Work from The College of St. Scholastica in 2019 and have been working in the mental health field for 7 years. Whether you're navigating stress, relationships, or personal growth, my goal is to ensure you feel seen and empowered. My role is to walk alongside you as you discover new perspectives, strengths, and possibilities.

Binge Eating Disorder, emotional eating, and food relationship healing is a cause close to my heart both professionally and personally. The adults I work with are cycle breakers but their relationship with food keeps them feeling burnt out when they want to feel self acceptance and open to new experiences.

I am a licensed psychologist offering telehealth therapy for adults in early and midlife across Montana. I work with people who feel lost, overwhelmed, unseen, or trapped. Whether you are carrying trauma, struggling with depression or anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or functioning on the outside while feeling depleted underneath, therapy can help you understand and move through what feels most painful or stuck.

My style is active, honest, and collaborative. I am warm and direct. I listen carefully, ask real questions, and provide thoughtful feedback to help you better understand what is happening and what may need to change.

My background includes doctoral training in clinical psychology, additional education and experience in trauma and crisis work, and clinical experience in medical and academic settings. I also had a previous career as a hospital chaplain. I am comfortable working with both symptoms and deeper concerns: suffering, meaning, faith, conscience, identity, loss, and major life transitions. Spiritual or religious concerns can be part of the work when they matter to you, but they do not have to be.

I offer telehealth only, so you can meet with me from anywhere in Montana. I accept insurance through Headway and offer a free 15-minute consultation to see whether working together would be a good fit. I have limited openings, so please reach out if you are interested.

I believe deep life transitions require seasoned support. I have had the privilege of working with diverse people through some of life’s most vulnerable and complex chapters. My professional journey includes:

12+years of acute clinical care:

Navigating complex mental health challenges and acute crises, providing a deeply grounded foundation in crisis stabilization, emotional safety and trauma oriented care.

8+ years of Systems & Community support:

Working extensively with individuals and families to navigate life transitions, behavioral health challenges and shifting dynamics that just happen in life.

Specialized Practice:

I have decided to focus this deep well of diverse experience on grief, loss caregiver support, serious, chronic, or terminal illness and end of life transition.

This diverse background means that no matter how chaotic, heavy or complicated your situation feels, you are resting in safe, seasoned, and entirely capable hands.

I’m Zara Hanson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping people reconnect with themselves, heal from the inside out, and show up more fully in their relationships.

My interest in mental health started early, rooted in a curiosity about human behavior and a desire to help others feel less alone in their struggles. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Research Psychology, followed by a Master’s in Clinical Social Work with a focus on both direct therapy and systems-level care. Over the years, I’ve worked across a range of settings—from community mental health to private practice—supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating complex emotional terrain.

My practice focuses on trauma, neurodivergence (including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder), substance use, mood disorders, relationship conflict, and emotional dysregulation. I’m especially drawn to working with clients who want to make sense of their story, process unresolved experiences, and find a more grounded, authentic way of being. I also work with couples to deepen connection, repair trust, and build more effective communication.

Therapy with me is relational, honest, and insight-driven. I aim to meet you exactly where you are, while gently encouraging growth, curiosity, and self-compassion along the way.

Hi, I’m glad you’re here. I have been working as a therapist for nearly 20 years and am licensed in Arizona, Montana, and Oregon. I mainly support adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and depression who are seeking a deeper connection with themselves to heal and grow. I am a Level I trained Internal Family Systems Therapist, a Certified EMDR Therapist, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Although my approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems, I remain flexible and prioritize what feels most authentic and genuine for you and your unique needs.