Avneet Montoya (She/her)

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of psychotherapy that views the mind as a family of parts. Each part has its own unique role, function, and perspective. The goal of IFS is to help people heal their inner family by developing a compassionate relationship with all of their parts.

Couples counseling, also known as marriage counseling, is a type of therapy that helps couples improve their communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen their relationship. Couples counseling can be a helpful way to learn new skills, gain new insights, and make changes in your relationship. It is my goal to provide a safe and confidential space where you can talk about your problems without judgment.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy that has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and phobias. EMDR therapy works by helping people to process traumatic memories in a safe and controlled environment. During EMDR therapy, the therapist will ask the client to focus on a traumatic memory while they engage in bilateral stimulation (BLS).

Depression is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act. Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease your ability to function at work and at home. Together, we would create a plan that will reduce the symptoms and help you live your life to the fullest.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault. While it is normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of experience, if these symptoms last more than a few weeks, it may be PTSD. EMDR is a helpful tool that I will use to reduce the symptoms you are experiencing.

There are many relationship or marital issues that a couple can face. Communication issues, financial issues, infidelity, trust issues, and parenting issues are to name a few. In our work together, I would be making each party aware of their contribution to the conflict.