About Sabrina Hanan | Serving therapy & counseling clients in Prey, Bozeman, and Virtually Across Montana

Sabrina Hanan is a dedicated therapist passionate about guiding clients through healing from depression, anxiety, and the challenges associated with neurodivergence. With a holistic approach to mental health, she collaborates with individuals to foster meaningful, lasting change by addressing both emotional and cognitive aspects of their experiences.

As a Level 1 trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, Sabrina employs this non-pathologizing, transformative modality to help clients understand and heal their internal "parts." This process encourages healthier relationships with oneself and others, cultivating self-awareness, compassion, and balance. By creating a safe, supportive therapeutic environment, Sabrina empowers clients to feel seen, heard, and equipped on their journey toward well-being. Her tailored approach addresses issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence, assisting individuals in unlocking their full potential and leading more balanced, fulfilling lives.

About My Clients

My practice welcomes a diverse clientele aiming to build their best lives for themselves and their loved ones. I work with:

• Adolescents, families, individuals, couples, and businesses

• Clients who are neurodivergent, including those with ADD/ADHD, on the autism spectrum, or who are highly sensitive sensory processors

• Survivors of both acute and complex trauma

• Individuals identifying as Indigenous, BIPOC, LGBTQ2A+, cisgender, and white

Common challenges addressed include:

• Depression, OCD, addiction, parenting, aging, anxiety

• Family or marital conflict, workplace issues, and athletic performance concerns

My Values as a Therapist

I firmly believe in each person's innate ability to heal and that transformative change is possible at any life stage. Many of our current challenges stem from survival strategies developed in response to early caregiving and societal influences. While these strategies once served us, they may now hinder our growth and fulfillment.

Through my personal therapeutic journey, I've learned to understand and appreciate the critical, anxious, and protective parts within myself. Recognizing the gifts these parts offer has profoundly enhanced my daily life. I guide clients in exploring their internal systems, fostering appreciation for each part's role, and facilitating healing and integration.

My Approach to Helping

My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, safety, and evidence-based practices aimed at facilitating healing and restoring hope. I value collaboration, working alongside clients to develop personalized plans that honor their unique needs and goals.

I integrate modalities designed to address, understand, and resolve trauma, including:

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Interpersonal Neurobiology

• Attachment Theory

My path to this work has been shaped by learning from clients who are survivors of incest, sexual assault, trafficking, interracial violence, and patriarchal oppression. Additionally, collaborating with high-performing individuals across the lifespan has enriched my ability to help clients uncover and utilize their internal resources.

With a background spanning 27 years, my experience includes roles as a behavioral analyst for law enforcement, educator from grade school through university, licensed mediator, organizational development consultant, and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. The tools I share with clients become integral to their daily lives, fostering a sense of ownership and control that enhances overall enjoyment and moment-to-moment well-being.

Understanding Neurodivergence

If you've been diagnosed with neurodivergence or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and are seeking counseling in Bozeman, Montana, it's crucial to work with a mental health professional trained in neurodivergent-affirming practices.

Neurodivergence refers to natural variations in brain functioning and cognitive processes, encompassing conditions such as:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Characterized by differences in social communication, sensory processing, and repetitive behaviors.

• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Involving challenges with attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.

• Dyslexia: Affecting reading and language processing, leading to difficulties with decoding words and spelling.

• Dyscalculia: Involving challenges with math and number-related concepts.

• Dysgraphia: Affecting writing and fine motor skills, leading to difficulties with handwriting and written expression.

• Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): Involving atypical responses to sensory stimuli, impacting how one experiences and interacts with the environment.

Emphasizing acceptance and understanding, the neurodiversity paradigm advocates for recognizing these differences as valuable aspects of human diversity, rather than focusing on "fixing" or normalizing individuals.

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition influencing how individuals think, interact, and perceive the world. The term "spectrum" reflects the wide range of symptoms and severity levels associated with ASD. Individuals with ASD may experience challenges in communication, social interactions, and exhibit repetitive behaviors or interests.

While the exact causes of ASD are not fully understood, a combination of genetic and environmental factors is believed to contribute. Each person's experience with ASD is unique, and early diagnosis coupled with tailored support can significantly aid in developing effective strategies for daily life.

Enhancing Life Through Neurodivergence Therapy

Engaging in neurodivergence therapy in Bozeman with Sabrina Hanan can markedly improve an individual's ability to function and thrive. This therapy offers personalized support to address the distinct challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals, including those navigating ADHD, ASD, dyslexia, and other conditions.

Therapeutic benefits include:

• Developing essential skills for daily life, such as emotional regulation, communication, organization, and problem-solving

• Leveraging natural abilities through a strengths-based approach

• Implementing tools to manage obstacles in work, school, or social situations

• Fostering self-understanding and healthier coping strategies

• Enhancing confidence and promoting self-acceptance

• Improving relationships with family, friends, and colleagues

Overall, neurodivergence therapy supports individuals in creating a more balanced, functional, and fulfilling life, enabling them to navigate the world with increased ease and resilience.

counseling, therapy & Wellness Coaching

Therapy Techniques:

• Internal Family Systems

• Coaching

• Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB)

• Person-Centered (Rogerian)

• Attachment

• Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

• Premarital Counseling

• Couples Therapy

• Trauma Therapy

Concerns Treated:

• ADHD, Dyslexia, ASD

• Adolescent

• Aging Concerns

• Anxiety

• Career Counseling

• Coparenting

• Cultural Systemic Oppression

• Divorce, Family Conflict

• Grief Loss

• Highly Sensitive Person

• Historical/Intergenerational Trauma

• LGBTQ

• Sexual Abuse or Assault

• PTSD

• Toxic Masculinity

• Veterans/ Military Service

• Women’s Issues