Tru Schwend is a dedicated Physician Assistant who believes meaningful psychiatric care begins with genuine human connection. A fourth-generation Montanan born and raised in Joliet, Tru joins Montana Psychiatry with a deep commitment to seeing patients as people first, not just diagnoses. She strives to create a space where every patient feels heard, understood, and comfortable, knowing that trust in your provider is one of the most important parts of the healing process.
Tru earned her Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from Montana State University in Bozeman, where she also competed on the MSU Women’s Track and Field team from 2015 to 2020, earning multiple Big Sky Conference honors. Go Cats! She went on to complete her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Rocky Mountain College in 2024, building a strong scientific foundation that now supports her patient-centered approach to mental health care.
Before entering psychiatry, Tru spent a year as a PA in Hematology/Oncology, where she walked alongside patients through some of the most difficult and uncertain moments of their lives. That experience gave her a strong foundation in complex medical care and deepened her understanding of how profoundly mental health shapes overall well-being. She brings that same compassion, empathy, and patient-centered mindset to every psychiatric visit.
Tru has a particular interest in maternal mental health and looks forward to supporting women through pregnancy and the postpartum period. She recognizes how vulnerable and transformative this season of life can be, and she is committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care that helps mothers feel supported, validated, and empowered as they navigate the emotional realities of new motherhood.
As a fourth-generation Montanan, Tru is grateful to give back to the community that helped shape who she is today. Outside of the clinic, she embraces everything Montana has to offer, from golfing to spending time outdoors with her husband and son. That connection to family, home, and community grounds her approach to care and keeps her focused on serving her neighbors well.
From medication management to FDA-approved treatments for treatment-resistant depression, we offer comprehensive psychiatric services for adults and adolescents across Montana. Every care plan is individually designed to treat the whole person—not just a diagnosis.
Find your balance with expert psychiatric medication management. Our mental health specialists provide personalized treatment plans for ADHD, anxiety, and depression. We focus on evidence-based care and regular monitoring to ensure your wellness journey aligns with your lifestyle.
Discover a new path for treatment-resistant depression. We offer FDA-approved esketamine nasal spray for those who haven’t found success with traditional antidepressants, providing rapid-acting support and in-office monitoring in a safe, professional setting.
Non-invasive relief for treatment-resistant depression. FDA-approved TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate mood centers without medication side effects. Reclaim your mental health with this drug-free, no-downtime treatment.
Experience rapid relief for depression and PTSD. Our clinical ketamine infusions target neural pathways to provide breakthroughs where traditional meds fail. Start your journey to healing in a safe, medically supervised environment.
Skip the commute with secure virtual care. Our HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform offers insurance-friendly psychiatry and therapy sessions from home. Professional mental health support is now convenient, private, and just a click away.
3737 Grand Avenue, Suite 6
Billings, MT – 59102
Tel : 406-839-2985
Therapy Office
517 S 24th St. W. Unit C3
Billings, MT – 59102
Tel : 406-839-2985
Tel : 406-551-8001
