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Carleigh O'Brien, LCSW

LCSW specializing in CBT and trauma care
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Trauma-focused therapy
  • Relationship and family

About Carleigh O'Brien

Carleigh O'Brien is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with nine years of clinical experience who helps people navigate stress, relationships, trauma, and mood concerns. She earned her degree from Walla Walla University in Missoula, Montana, in 2013 and has focused her practice on practical, evidence-informed interventions that support change and resilience.

Her primary specialties include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, solution-focused approaches, and trauma-focused CBT. Carleigh pairs structured skill-building with present-moment awareness to help clients manage symptoms, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and repair attachment and relational patterns. She works with a broad range of concerns, including mood disorders, trauma and abuse, attachment issues, and difficulties with communication and intimacy.

Carleigh emphasizes collaborative work that centers each person’s goals, pacing, and strengths. As an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker trained in assessment and clinical intervention - she integrates practical strategies and therapeutic insight to help clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and move through life transitions with greater confidence.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Carleigh O'Brien have?

Carleigh O'Brien has nine years of experience as a therapist.

Is Carleigh O'Brien a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-22989.

In which languages does Carleigh O'Brien provide therapy?

Carleigh provides therapy in English.

Where is Carleigh O'Brien located?

Carleigh is located in Montana.

How can I work with Carleigh O'Brien as my therapist?

You can work with Carleigh O'Brien through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carleigh O'Brien work with international clients?

Carleigh O'Brien does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carleigh O'Brien cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Carleigh draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based approaches, and mindfulness practices to support people working through a range of concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Attachment-based therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns influence current connections and supports repair of communication and intimacy problems. Mindfulness therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and self-compassion, which can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation after trauma or during life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Carleigh works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time so the work aligns with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals. Carleigh provides sessions via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. This flexibility can make ongoing care more accessible during busy or transitional periods.

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