Patricia Montanari, LMHC, LPCC

Experienced therapist for families and individuals

Trauma informed care
CBT and ACT informed
Support for relationships

About Patricia Montanari

Patricia Montanari, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor who completed a Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance at New Mexico Highlands University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. She combines pragmatic, problem-solving techniques with a compassionate recognition that some issues require time and thoughtful attention. Drawing on experience across private practice, home-based therapy, group settings, and community mental health agencies, she has worked with children, families, and individuals at different stages of life.

Early in her career she counseled youths with behavioral challenges in delinquent and residential settings and supported preadolescent children affected by sexual abuse while engaging with family systems to promote healing. Her clinical work has included treatment of personality disorders, paraphilic and co-occurring conditions such as substance abuse, and disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct disorders. Experience with diverse populations has strengthened her cultural awareness when supporting people from different backgrounds and family structures.

Her therapeutic toolkit includes cognitive behavioral techniques, reflective listening, solution-focused brief therapy, play therapy, and work guided by stages of change. She also offers anger management, crisis intervention, and motivational interviewing approaches. Outside of work she values time with family and dogs and enjoys travel, swimming, music, and reading. Her mission is to provide a relaxed, supportive atmosphere that helps people increase resolutions to life’s challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCommunication problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunction

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Patricia Montanari have?

Patricia Montanari has 16 years of experience.

Is Patricia Montanari a licensed therapist?

Yes, Patricia Montanari holds professional credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). License details are FL LMHC MH15998 and NM LPCC CTB-2023-0327.

In which languages does Patricia Montanari provide therapy?

Patricia Montanari provides therapy in English.

Where is Patricia Montanari located?

Patricia Montanari is located in Florida.

How can I work with Patricia Montanari as my therapist?

You can work with Patricia Montanari through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Patricia Montanari work with international clients?

Patricia Montanari does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Montanari cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes by building psychological flexibility and committed behavior toward personal goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It offers practical skills for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive concerns, and mood regulation by teaching strategies that change thinking patterns and daily routines.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns formed in early life and how they influence current connections. It supports people and families working through relational conflicts, trust issues, and communication challenges by strengthening emotional understanding and interpersonal bonds.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia works with clients and licensed professionals to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care across locations. These options allow therapists to provide ongoing support, teach coping skills, and work toward goals in ways that accommodate different schedules and communication preferences.

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