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- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- EMDR informed
About Ida
LMFT Ida Whitaker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with eight years of clinical experience in Montana and California. She works mainly with adults who face addiction, relationship struggles, trauma and mood concerns. Her practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to address a range of problems.
Whitaker helps people cope with depression, anxiety, stress, and grief. She also works with those managing substance use, anger, intimacy issues, and the fallout of domestic violence or infidelity. Parenting concerns, family conflict, and career-related stress are common topics in her sessions.
Her training includes a master’s degree in Psychology with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. She holds LMFT credentials in Montana and California. Her background includes outpatient treatment, individual and group therapy, and work with clients affected by chronic homelessness and military-related issues.
In practice she uses CBT to identify unhelpful thinking and change behavior. Emotionally-Focused Therapy informs work on attachment and closeness in relationships. EMDR is used with trauma-related symptoms when appropriate. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused methods support change and practical next steps.
Sessions aim to be direct and collaborative. The therapist frames work as a team effort to set goals and try focused strategies. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking.
To begin, clients follow the site’s process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment.
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How her approaches are used in online sessions
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors with concrete exercises and practice between meetings. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and problems like ADHD-related routine difficulties.Emotionally-Focused Therapy works on emotional responses and attachment patterns to improve closeness and communication in relationships. It is useful when relationship strain, intimacy issues, or attachment wounds are central concerns.
EMDR addresses distress linked to traumatic memories through a structured process aimed at reducing the intensity of those memories. It is offered when trauma symptoms are a primary focus and the therapist and client agree it is appropriate.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with the client to select methods that match goals, needs, and preferences. That choice may shift over time as priorities change.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific delivery methods here. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into daily life by saving travel time, making scheduling easier, and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about session length and technical requirements when arranging the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
California, Montana
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with addiction, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anxiety and depression. Other focus areas include parenting, grief, anger, and intimacy-related issues.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She combines these methods to address symptoms and practical goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience since graduating with an MA in Psychology focused on Marriage and Family Therapy in 2017. Her background includes outpatient treatment and both individual and group therapy.
What are her credentials and practice location?
She is an LMFT licensed in Montana and California. Her listed location is Montana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she see clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm the exact fee during the booking process.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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