Monica Montoya (she/her/hers)

LPCC, 13479
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I am a bilingual (English, Spanish) licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC #13479) based in San Diego, California, and working with

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in ,

Services
  • Individual
  • Group

About My Clients

Adults Eating Disorders Binge Eating Disorder Depression Anxiety

My Background and Approach

Background Over the years, I have worked with adults, children, college students, adolescents, families, and couples. I have had the opportunity to facilitate parent, child, and teen support groups. I have also worked in different settings such as research, inpatient, partial hospitalization, outpatient intensive program, college/university, and private practice. I have found that my style/approach is an effective fit for teens and adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, and eating disorders (binge eating disorder). My approach I utilize evidence-based treatments such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I strongly believe in the motto: "If you feel better, you will do better" Every individual has the ability and power to re-discover their internal strengths to increase resiliency and self-efficacy. Being able to be a part of this process with my clients throughout the years, has been both humbling and rewarding.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Exposure Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders
Other Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief or Loss
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Kaiser
  • Medicare
  • TRICARE
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • All Savers
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medical
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 10 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español

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