- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Goal focused work
About Kurt
Kurt Ruffley is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) practicing in Montana with four years of clinical experience. He lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting, self esteem, and depression among the concerns he works with. Kurt blends direct, practical skills with mindful practices to help people manage overwhelming feelings and daily pressures.
He draws on a background that includes military service and work in education. That experience influences how he structures sessions - clear goals, straightforward strategies, and attention to what life looks like outside the appointment. He uses mindfulness tools to help people notice and respond to strong emotions rather than react automatically.
Kurt uses cognitive-behavioral methods to identify unhelpful thought patterns and build alternative coping skills. He also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques appear in short-term planning and in keeping work practical and goal oriented.
His practice emphasizes accessible care for veterans, people in underserved communities, and those in rural Montana. He mentions occasional in-person sessions in Montana’s Flathead Valley along with telehealth options that extend reach into rural areas. People can expect clear steps for intake and a focus on skills they can apply between sessions.
Kurt is engaged in community outreach related to homelessness, veteran reintegration, and support for children and young adults with disabilities and trauma histories. He frames his work around practical supports and steady collaboration rather than abstract promises.
How Kurt applies evidence-based methods online
Many of Kurt’s tools come from cognitive-behavioral therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, stress, and depression and includes practical exercises you can practice between sessions.He also integrates dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills aim to help people respond to strong feelings without making problems worse. Mindfulness therapy appears as brief attention and breathing exercises to help reduce reactivity and increase awareness of the present moment.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Kurt will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and daily life. He frames decisions around what feels doable and what leads to steady progress rather than one fixed protocol.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking since formats were not fully specified in the biography. Online care can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about the intake steps and scheduling while completing the matching questionnaire so you know what to expect.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting, self esteem, and depression among his main areas of work, plus a range of related family and behavioral issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions combine practical skills training with mindfulness and goal-focused methods. Expect clear steps and exercises to try between meetings.
How long has he been practicing?
He has four years of clinical experience as an LCPC practicing in Montana.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the MT LCPC credential and practices in Montana, mentioning occasional in-person work in the Flathead Valley.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.