Moving Beyond Survival Mode

Supporting adults, first responders, and public safety professionals through trauma, stress, and life's unexpected challenges.

*In-person in Helena, Montana

* Telehealth throughout Montana and Idaho

My Approach

My approach is person-centered and grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect for your unique experiences.

I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and polyvagal-informed care, tailoring therapy to meet your individual needs.

Together, we'll work to understand your experiences, identify practical tools, and build lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

Services

  • A cozy corner of a room featuring a beige armchair with a patterned pillow, a small shelf with books and water bottles, a standing lamp, a wall clock, a large framed landscape painting, a vase with yellow flowers, and a tissue box on a side table.

    Individual Therapy

  • Nighttime scene of people walking on a lit sidewalk with an ambulance nearby and police lights flashing in the background.

    Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)

  • A conference room with wooden walls and large windows showing a view of trees outside. There are black chairs, a long wooden table set with notebooks, pens, and black tumblers. A white screen is on the wall, with a flip chart nearby displaying the words "Listen, Connect, Support, Strengthen, Lead." There is a podium, framed landscape paintings, and a potted plant in the room.

    Professional Training

  • Group of people sitting at a table, with notebooks and a pen, engaged in a discussion or meeting.

    Contract Services

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Meet Chérie

Before becoming a therapist, I spent 20 years as a Montana State Trooper and also worked as a detention officer. Those experiences gave me a firsthand understanding of trauma, chronic stress, critical incidents, and the unique challenges faced by first responders, public safety professionals, and the people they serve.

Today, I use that experience to help adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, occupational stress, life transitions, and the lasting effects of difficult experiences. Whether you're facing a recent crisis or carrying the weight of experiences from years ago, therapy can provide a place to process, heal, and move forward.

My goal is to understand your story, recognize your strengths, and help you move forward with confidence. I believe therapy works best when it's collaborative, practical, and tailored to your individual needs. Together, we'll build on your strengths, develop effective coping strategies, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

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