Monica Montoya LPCC, 13479

(she/her/hers)

Accepting Clients

I strongly believe in the motto: "If you feel better, you will do better". Firmemente creo en : "Si te sientes mejor, lo podras hacer mejor"

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in ,

Free Initial Consultation

Book consultation

Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual

About My Clients

I consider myself bicultural/bilingual and I'm committed and passionate to serving the underserved communities. I provide counseling services in both English and Spanish. Me considero bicultural/bilingue. Tengo el compromiso y la pasion de poder servir a las comunidades marginadas o con desventajas. Proporciono servicios terapeuticos en Espanol y en Ingles.

My Background and Approach

I received my early training from Alvarado Parkway Institute (API) treating adults at the inpatient level of care; and continued my clinical work with Southwestern Community College (SWC). I also have had the opportunity to facilitate therapeutic groups at both PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient program) levels of care treating eating disorders such as; binge eating disorder, bulimia nervosa and obesity at the UCSD Center for Healthy Eating and Activity Research (CHEAR). Al principio de mi entrenamiento clinico; practique en el hospital psiquiatrico Alvarado Parkway Institute (API) tratando adultos hospitalizados; y continue en el Colegio Comunitario Southwestern. Tambien tuve la oportunidad llevar a cabo grupos terapeuticos en el Programa de Hospitalizacion Parcial y Programa de Cuidados intensivos tratando desordenes alimenticios como trastornos por atracon, bulimia nerviosa y obesidad en la Universidad de UCSD CHEAR.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Every individual has the ability and power to re-discover their internal strengths to increase resiliency and self-efficacy. I'm honored and humble to be part of this journey with you. Cada individuo tiene la habilidad y el poder para re-descubrir sus cualidades internas y asi poder incrementar su capacidad de reponerse a momentos criticos y adaptarse. Asi como tambien; de nutrir la creencia que tenemos en sacar adelante tareas y proyectos con exito. Me siento con el honor y humildad de poder ser parte de esta experiencia contigo.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Other Techniques

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders

Other Issues

  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image Issues
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief or Loss
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts

Client Focus

Languages
English, Español

Qualifications

License
LPCC, 13479, State of California · #13479
Years in practice
10 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Cigna

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 10 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $150 - 180/session

Reach out to Monica