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Patricia Montanari

Calm practical therapy for life’s big stresses

LMHC, LPCC Florida

Experience
16 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches
Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Patricia

Patricia Montanari is a licensed mental health counselor who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people handle stress, anxiety, mood changes, and addictive behaviors. She brings 16 years of experience to sessions and blends structured techniques with a compassionate, down-to-earth style.

Background and approach

People meet her for help with relationship strain, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and shifts in self-esteem. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance and practices as an LMHC and LPCC in Florida.

Her background includes work in community mental health, home-based therapy, group settings, and residential programs. That variety shaped a flexible approach to many life situations.

In session she uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to map problems and try small changes that build over time. Attachment-based ideas help when patterns from early relationships affect present behavior.

The Gottman Method is part of her toolkit for addressing communication and connection concerns. Patricia aims for clear, doable steps rather than long lists of theory.

She also works with deeper, long-standing issues such as trauma, personality concerns, and co-occurring substance problems when those are present. Her style mixes straightforward skill teaching with listening that helps people feel understood.

Outside of clinical work she enjoys spending time with family and dogs, traveling, swimming, music, and reading. She describes her mission as creating a relaxed, supportive space where people can work toward resolving life’s challenges.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online work

Patricia uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and when life changes make it hard to stay engaged in what matters. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking and behavior and to teach concrete skills for mood, panic, and obsessive concerns. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and communication habits that stem from early bonds.

Figuring out which approach fits best is a team effort. The therapist and client review goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan as they learn what helps. That collaborative process means methods can shift over time to match changing needs and progress.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions are helpful for in-depth conversations and practice exercises. Phone sessions can make contact easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, homework prompts, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or family schedules while keeping consistent momentum.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?
Patricia helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, anger, and self-esteem issues. She also works with parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, relationship and communication problems, and ADHD.
What is her general therapy style?
She blends practical, structured methods with empathic listening. Sessions often focus on developing skills and small behavior changes alongside space to talk through deeper patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of experience across community mental health, home-based therapy, group work, and residential programs. That range informs a flexible, practical approach.
What credentials and where does she practice?
She is a licensed mental health counselor and a licensed professional clinical counselor - FL LMHC and NM LPCC. She is based in Florida.
Can sessions be offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow shorter check-ins or more flexible scheduling when needed.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To get started, click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

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 approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodImago Relationship TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

16+ years

Licensed in

Florida, New Mexico

Languages

English