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Rooted in Montana,we provide access to top-tier psychiatric care for rural and frontier communities.

12/04/2025

Indigenous communities in Idaho, Montana, and Alaska hold rich legacies and traditions, but historical trauma, injustice, and isolation make mental wellness harder to protect. Yet, strong culture and connection provide remarkable healing.

During the tough winter months in northern regions, lean on tradition more than ever: speak your language, listen to elders, share stories, care for your land, and stay close to family—especially during long nights. These threads of identity form the foundation for well-being.

If you ever need extra support, reach out. Help is available any time:

• Dial or text 988 for a 24/7 lifeline

• Text “NATIVE” to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line

• Call StrongHearts Native Helpline: 1-844-7NATIVE

• Connect with your local tribal clinics, IHS, or telehealth behavioral-health providers like Frontier Psychiatry

You deserve care rooted in culture, community, and respect.

12/02/2025

Even small changes in how you communicate can make a big difference for your mental health. Good communication can help you manage emotions and avoid conflict, especially when things feel overwhelming.

Here are some easy ways to help you handle tough conversations this season:

✔ Pause before responding. Taking a breath before you respond can help you feel calmer and keep things from escalating.

✔ Use “I” statements. This keeps the conversation open and helps everyone feel less defensive.

✔ Set clear boundaries. Saying no to certain topics or changing the subject is a way to take care of yourself and protect your feelings.

✔ Take breaks when needed. Taking a few minutes away can help you reset, especially if things start to feel overwhelming.

✔ Choose curiosity over confrontation. Trying to see things from the other person’s point of view can lower tension and help keep the conversation on track.

You don’t have to do this perfectly. What matters is that you’re making the effort. What helps you stay steady when communication get stressful?

11/26/2025

At Frontier Psychiatry, gratitude is at the heart of everything we do.

Every day, we are inspired by our clients, coworkers, and the unique spirit of the communities we serve. Thank you for being an important part of this journey.

What’s something that’s brought you joy, comfort, or connection recently? Share in the comments below—we’d love to hear your story. 🙂

11/25/2025

The holidays can bring excitement, memories, disrupted routines, and the expectation to keep everything cheerful. It can be a lot for anyone.

Here’s a simple toolkit that can help you move through the season with a little more steadiness:

❇️ The Emotional Thermometer: Check in with yourself regularly to understand your needs.
❇️ The Reset Button: Take a break from the festivities when feeling overwhelmed. A few deep breaths can help.
❇️ The Boundary Script: Prepare short phrases for stressful conversations, like “Let’s change the subject.”
❇️ The Connection Anchor: Reach out to someone in your support network with a quick text or call.
❇️ The Safer Coping Plan: Plan alternative coping strategies, like walking, listening to music, or seeking professional support.

If you feel overwhelmed by emotions during the holidays, it's completely normal. It’s okay to respectfully prioritize your peace.

11/20/2025

What if getting help for alcohol use became as simple as walking into a pharmacy?

A team of Harvard addiction specialists just proposed making naltrexone, a well-studied medication for alcohol use disorder, available over-the-counter. No referral. No weeks-long wait. No stigma-filled hurdles.

Why people are paying attention:

✅ Millions struggle with alcohol use, but very few get treatment.
✅ Naltrexone has a strong safety profile and decades of research.
✅ Other meds (like ni****ne replacement and naloxone) saw huge increases in access once they went OTC.

Many people want help but can’t get appointments or feel too ashamed to ask for them. Over-the-counter naltrexone could empower millions to seek support for alcohol use, removing many barriers to treatment.

If this change could help you or someone you love, you’re not alone. Share your thoughts below, or tag someone who should see this. Let’s keep the conversation going. 💬

11/18/2025

Finding the right therapist can make all the difference. Here are a few signs you may have found a good fit: you feel safe opening up, you feel understood, there’s real trust, and you’re comfortable giving feedback about the process.

And if it doesn’t feel like the right fit? That’s completely okay. Even an excellent therapist might not be the right match for you. Sometimes it takes a couple of tries to find the connection that feels right.

Your mental health is worth the effort.

What do you look for in a therapist? Let us know in the comments! 👇

11/12/2025

Why do so many teens stop going to therapy?

It's often because therapy feels like something being done to them instead of being done with them.

What actually helps them stay engaged?

💬 Validate their perspective
🎯 Give them control over goals
🧠 Reframe therapy as skill-building, not “fixing”
🤝 Focus on what they care about

Most teens aren’t resistant to therapy. They’re resistant to feeling controlled.

When we give them more ownership of the process, that’s when real progress happens. What's one way you help a teen feel heard and in control? Share in the comments below. 👇

11/11/2025

It’s Nurse Practitioner Week, and we want to thank the NPs making a difference in mental health care.

Our psychiatric nurse practitioners do more than manage medications—they listen, support, and stand by patients during tough times.

To Nurse Practitioners everywhere, we’re so grateful for everything you do. 💙

11/06/2025

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out for mental health support but keep telling yourself, “I’m fine,” consider this a gentle nudge to connect.

You deserve care long before it feels urgent.

At Frontier Psychiatry, we proudly serve Idaho, Montana, and Alaska, including remote areas. If you or someone you care about needs support, reach out to us today.

⇨ http://frontier.care

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11/05/2025

Why is it so hard to leave someone who repeatedly hurts you?

It could be due to trauma bonding, a powerful emotional attachment formed through cycles of abuse, devaluation, and brief moments of affection. These highs and lows can make unhealthy relationships feel impossible to walk away from.

Trauma bonding isn’t “connecting over shared struggles.” It’s a survival response— the brain’s way of clinging to moments of calm between periods of emotional pain in a relationship.

Understanding this pattern is a vital step toward healing and reclaiming your sense of self.

Read our latest blog to learn what trauma bonding really is, how it forms, and how to find the right support for healing.

🔗 frontier.care/blog

10/30/2025

🌾 Beyond the Weather: Growing Rural Mental Health 🌦️

Frontier is proud to partner with Beyond the Weather to bring free therapy and psychiatry services to Montana’s farming, ranching, and agricultural communities.

Many of our providers come from rural Montana or have deep roots in the ag world. They understand the lifestyle and the values that go with it: independence, privacy, and trust built over time.

We know life in agriculture can bring tough seasons, not just in the fields but also in our hearts and minds. You don’t have to go through it alone.

👉 Learn more or sign up at frontier.care/beyondtheweather.

10/28/2025

A new study from Brown University found that while AI chatbots weren’t built for therapy, people are increasingly turning to them for mental health advice, and the results can be risky. Researchers have found that many chatbots give misleading guidance, show false empathy, or respond inappropriately during crises.

For those in rural areas or places with limited access to care, turning to chatbots may feel like an easy solution. But true healing requires human understanding, accountability, and evidence-based care. We're here to help.

At Frontier Psychiatry, our team of licensed professionals provides compassionate, accessible mental health support to residents of Montana, Idaho, and Alaska.

📅 To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit us at frontier.care.

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
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