Momentum Psychological Health
About
I am a licensed psychologist and own Momentum Psychological Health. I have a telehealth based clinic where I offer individual therapy, educational classes, pain health coaching, and psychological assessment including pre-surgical assessment. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Empowered Relief (2 hour pain skills class), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and Trauma and also utilize mindfulness, relaxation and somatic interventions. I have been working with patients with persistent pain disorders, chronic illness and sleep disorders for the last 6 years in my private practice and have experience working with many patients with EDS. I am licensed in Hawaii, Montana and am PSYPACT certified meaning I can provide telehealth therapy to 41 other states. Please reach out if you are interested in telehealth therapy, coaching or assessment.
EDS Healthcare in Montana
Montana has no EDS Society Center of Excellence or dedicated connective tissue disorders program. The University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle is the nearest major genetics and EDS resource for western Montana patients. Patients in eastern Montana may find programs in Denver or at Mayo Clinic Rochester more accessible.
Montana's enormous geographic area and sparse specialist population create extreme access barriers for EDS patients. Even the largest cities, Billings and Missoula, lack dedicated EDS programs. Travel distances of 6+ hours to reach out-of-state specialists are common. Telehealth is essential for ongoing care.
Finding Mental Health for EDS
Look for a therapist who has worked with chronic illness patients and understands that EDS-related anxiety and depression often have physical triggers, not just psychological ones.