Licensed clinical social worker recordMontana
Timothy "Tim" Nordstrom, LCSW
Montana
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Montana
- LCSW, licence BBH-LCSW-LIC-567
- NPI
- 1255510749
- Experience
- 30 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Montana
These details come from information Timothy supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- CBT and ACT methods
About Timothy
Timothy "Tim" Nordstrom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Montana with 30 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, addiction, grief, career strain, and ADHD among other issues.
Tim uses plain, direct conversation to understand what is happening now. He listens first, then offers psychoeducation so people understand the questions they bring - what is happening, why it is happening, and practical steps toward change. He often blends talk work with practical tools drawn from cognitive and behavioral strategies.
His background includes therapy in an internal medicine practice, school social work, and private practice. That range means he has experience with short-term focused work and longer, ongoing support. He has also used creative approaches such as music in sessions, reflecting his interest in songwriting and musical expression.
In sessions he emphasizes workable skills for handling stress and everyday pressures. He can show ways to reduce the physical and social effects of stress, and to create small changes that add up over time. He avoids labeling and focuses on clear explanations that help people make informed decisions about their next steps.
People who choose Tim can expect a practical approach that combines acceptance-based ideas, cognitive techniques, and mindfulness practices. He aims to help clients learn what counseling is and how therapy tools apply to real life.
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How Tim’s therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and taking small committed steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions by clarifying what matters and practicing actions that reflect those values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches concrete tools to change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and problem-solving specific difficulties by breaking issues into manageable parts and testing new ways of reacting.
Mindfulness Therapy encourages learning present-moment attention and simple exercises to reduce reactivity. This approach supports coping with stress, emotional regulation, and increasing awareness of physical and emotional signals.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tim will discuss these methods with each person and decide together what fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences. He treats the selection of techniques as a collaborative process, adjusting methods as progress is made.
Confirm the current online session options before booking, since formats are not listed on his profile. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and reduce travel time. Tim’s practical style aims to help people apply ACT, CBT, and mindfulness exercises in everyday routines so therapy stays useful between sessions.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and parenting issues, addictions, grief, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He listens first and uses clear psychoeducation so clients understand their problems. His sessions focus on practical skills and explanations rather than labels.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of experience working in settings that include internal medicine, schools, and private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His credential is MT LCSW and he is licensed in Montana.
In which language can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he see clients outside the United States?
He accepts international clients. Please confirm any time zone or local requirements when arranging sessions.
How are costs structured?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the provided booking flow.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers