FindADHDTherapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

LCSW

Kristl Bray, LCSW

  • Experience30 years
  • LocationMontana
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
Explore therapy options

Compare available online therapy options and next steps.

About Kristl

Kristl Bray is an LCSW who draws on 30 years of clinical experience to guide people through periods of change, distress, and identity work. She uses a person-centered foundation combined with evidence-based methods to help clients manage stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and relationship or intimacy-related issues.

Background and approach

Her practice emphasizes empathy, practical skills, and helping people clarify values so they can move toward more meaningful day-to-day living. Her background includes work with a broad range of concerns such as ADHD, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, and career-related stress, along with additional focus areas like attachment questions, blended family dynamics, and body image.

Treatment blends approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy to address thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and relational patterns. Based in Montana, she offers services in English and accepts international clients, providing flexible formats to fit different needs and schedules.

Integrating evidence-based approaches with online accessibility

Kristl Bray blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in ways that translate well to remote work. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression, while ACT helps people clarify personal values and learn mindfulness-based strategies to live more meaningfully despite ongoing difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to assess goals, preferences, and presenting concerns, then tailor techniques from these therapies to fit the individual rather than imposing a single method.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule care around work, family, and travel. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver structured interventions, teach coping and communication skills, and support clients through transitions even when in-person sessions are not possible. The combination of evidence-informed methods and multiple access options supports ongoing progress for many people seeking help.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristl Bray commonly address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, grief, and substance-related difficulties among other areas of focus.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her practice is person-centered and draws on evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, and Attachment-Based Therapy to combine practical skills with values-oriented exploration.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 30 years of clinical experience to her work, offering long-term depth in therapeutic practice and familiarity with many life-stage and relational issues.
Where is Kristl Bray licensed and practicing?
She is an LCSW licensed in Montana and holds the credentials MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-72689 and UT LCSW 293034-3501.
Can she work with people who live outside the United States?
Yes, she accepts international clients and provides services in English for those located outside the therapist's state.
What session formats are available for therapy?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTParenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Utah, Montana

Languages

English