Patricia Montanari, LMHC, LPCC

Pragmatic, supportive therapy for life’s toughest challenges

Practical problem solving
Trauma and mood support
Family and parenting guidance

About Patricia Montanari

Patricia Montanari is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 16 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families through a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She earned a Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance from New Mexico Highlands University and holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Her work reflects both practical, problem-solving strategies and an appreciation for the realities that some concerns take time, patience, and steady support to untangle.

Across private practice, community mental health agencies, home-based services, and group settings, she has served as both therapist and assessor. Early in her career, she provided counseling to youth with behavioral challenges in delinquent and residential environments, and she has worked with preadolescent children impacted by sexual abuse, behavioral concerns, and the needs of the broader family system.

Ms. Montanari brings extensive experience with personality disorders and co-occurring concerns, including substance use and disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct-related difficulties. She also works with concerns such as anxiety, mood disorders, trauma-related symptoms, relational conflict, anger management, parenting challenges, and ADHD. Her background includes work with diverse communities, strengthening her ability to support multicultural concerns and cross-cultural family and relationship dynamics. In sessions, she may draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), reflective listening, solution-focused brief strategies, play therapy, and stages of change to help clients build insight, coping skills, and forward movement toward their goals.

Her mission is to provide a safe, relaxed, and supportive atmosphere that helps people increase their ability to resolve 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 providing therapy and assessment services.

Is Patricia Montanari a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is licensed as an LMHC and an LPCC. Her 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. This range of options can make it easier to get support in a way that fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Patricia Montanari work with international clients?

No. Patricia Montanari does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Montanari cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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 pricing and details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-based approaches, made accessible online

Patricia Montanari draws from several structured, client-focused methods to help people navigate concerns like anxiety, mood shifts, trauma-related stress, relationship strain, anger, and addictive behaviors.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on recognizing unhelpful patterns in thoughts and actions and practicing more effective alternatives. It is often used to build coping skills for stress, anxiety, depression, and day-to-day overwhelm. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, which can be especially helpful when feelings escalate quickly or relationships feel tense. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people in making room for difficult internal experiences while taking steps toward values-based goals, helping reduce the tug-of-war with thoughts and emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Patricia Montanari works collaboratively with clients to clarify what they want from therapy, what has or has not helped in the past, and what style of support feels most workable, adjusting the plan as goals evolve.

Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent. Sessions can happen through video calls or phone, and clients can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility and support between scheduled times.

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