Ida Whitaker, LMFT
- Trauma and abuse care
- Relationship and family therapy
- Addiction and recovery support
About Ida Whitaker
She has delivered both individual and group therapy in outpatient settings, seeing clients in-office and online. Her clinical work has addressed a broad range of concerns, including depression, drug and alcohol addiction, chronic homelessness, veteran and military related issues, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and childhood trauma. Ida often works with people navigating complex life transitions and relational strain, bringing focused interventions learned through specialized trainings.
Ida approaches clinical work without judgment and values the trust clients place in her when they bring sensitive issues to therapy. She emphasizes collaboration and respects each person�s courage in seeking support, and she looks forward to working together with clients as a team to address their goals and needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ida Whitaker have?
Ida Whitaker has eight years of experience in the field of marriage and family therapy.
Is Ida Whitaker a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ida Whitaker is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She holds licensure in Montana and California: MT LMFT BBH-LMFT-LIC-48999 and CA LMFT 122784.
In which languages does Ida Whitaker provide therapy?
Ida Whitaker provides therapy in English.
Where is Ida Whitaker located?
Ida Whitaker is located in Montana.
How can I work with Ida Whitaker as my therapist?
You can work with Ida Whitaker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ida Whitaker work with international clients?
Ida Whitaker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ida Whitaker cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches to Healing and Online Care with Ida Whitaker
Ida integrates evidence-informed approaches to address emotional and relational concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy, or EFT, centers on understanding and reshaping emotional responses in relationships to improve connection and resolve patterns of conflict. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is used to process traumatic memories and reduce the distress that can accompany past events.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ida collaborates with each person to evaluate symptoms, goals, and personal preferences, and she tailors interventions so the selected methods fit the client�s needs. This collaborative process helps determine whether CBT, EFT, EMDR, or a combination will be most helpful.
Online therapy with Ida offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to receive consistent support around work and family schedules, reduce travel barriers, and continue therapy during life transitions, while working with licensed professionals trained in the approaches described above.