Jessica Montoya, LPCC
Practical support for stress and life change
Details
| Name | Jessica Montoya |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPCC |
| Based in | New Mexico |
| Licensed in | New Mexico |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 9 |
About Jessica
Jessica Montoya is a licensed professional clinical counselor in New Mexico who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. She focuses on practical support for coping with life changes and on reducing compassion fatigue. Her approach aims to make the first steps feel manageable for people who are worried or overwhelmed.
Jessica keeps conversations respectful and direct. She adapts the pace and topics to each person's needs so sessions stay relevant and focused.
Background and approach
People can expect a collaborative tone where their goals shape the work together. Her practice draws from Narrative Therapy to help people examine the stories they tell about themselves. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and try small experiments that can change daily habits.
Mindfulness strategies are offered for grounding and stress relief when needed. Over nine years in the field, Jessica has worked with a range of concerns related to relationships, work, and major life transitions. She pays attention to caregiver stress, communication breakdowns, and issues tied to guilt, shame, and forgiveness.
Post-traumatic stress and pregnancy or childbirth concerns are also among the areas she addresses. Sessions are available in English and delivered online by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Jessica invites people to start with a short matching questionnaire so they can schedule sessions that fit their needs and timing.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem among the things Jessica works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Life purpose
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Jessica among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Jessica among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Jessica among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Jessica among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Jessica among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Jessica directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Jessica directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How approach and online care work together
Jessica integrates Narrative Therapy to help people reframe the stories they tell about their lives and relationships, which can reduce shame and open new choices. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to make sessions feel person-focused, listening closely and responding to what matters most to the individual. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used for practical steps to change patterns of thinking and behavior that keep stress or anxiety active.Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will ask about your goals and try different strategies to see what fits. This collaborative process means plans can shift as needs change and progress is reviewed together.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video can be useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to fit support into a busy day and to follow up between scheduled appointments. These options help people access care from home, work, or while traveling without needing to commute.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. Other areas include compassion fatigue, life changes, workplace issues, and relationship communication problems.
What style of therapy does she use?
Her work blends Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered methods, mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing. The focus is on practical conversations and actions that match each person's goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience in counseling. That experience includes helping people with trauma, stress, and transitions.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LPCC in New Mexico and practices from that state. Sessions are provided remotely to people in locations where services are allowed.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for online sessions?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and preferences.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is handled through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
Contacting this therapist
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