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Kayla Montes

Therapist(She/Her)
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Sometimes you look in the mirror and barely recognize the person you've become because life has demanded so much of you. You may be a new mother struggling to feel connected to your baby, a woman grieving the life she imagined before a chronic illness, or someone who feels lonely even while lying next to their partner. Perhaps you're constantly questioning your worth, carrying painful memories from the past, or feeling guilty for wanting something more for yourself. I believe you deserve a space where you can be honest about those feelings without judgment, rediscover who you are, and begin building a life that feels like your own again.

My approach to therapy

I believe meaningful change begins when we understand the thoughts and experiences that keep us feeling stuck, then take small steps toward something better. Whether you're replaying conversations in your head, feeling overwhelmed by motherhood, struggling to set boundaries with loved ones, or losing hope because of a health condition, we'll work together to identify what's making those moments harder. I'll help you challenge thoughts that fuel anxiety and self doubt, find healthier ways to respond to stress, and develop practical strategies to improve your relationships and emotional well being. Rather than expecting you to change everything overnight, we'll focus on realistic progress that helps you feel more confident, supported, and in control of your life.

What you can expect from me

You don't have to walk into our first session with everything figured out or know exactly how to explain what you're feeling. Whether you've been crying unexpectedly since having your baby, feeling disconnected from your partner, struggling with a painful loss, or simply exhausted from pretending everything is okay, we'll start with what's been weighing on you most. I'll listen without judgment and take time to understand your experiences, relationships, and the challenges affecting your everyday life, without pressuring you to share anything you're not ready to discuss. Together, we'll identify what you'd like to change and begin creating a realistic path toward feeling more like yourself again.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Solution Oriented, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Our Lady of the Lake University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English