Meet Therapist Carina Montoya.

It is my honor to be able to sit with you through whatever has brought you to therapy, and I look forward to meeting you.

Carina's clinical supervisor is Chirs Vavro, ILSW-S | EMDRIA Certified Therapist & Approved Consultant

Carina works with adults and couples.

 
 

As a licensed social worker, I focus on your strengths and values, working with you to achieve the goals we set together for your experience in therapy. Being a trauma therapist, I often focus on the experiences we have early in life and how those experiences shape us today. I believe that everyone responds differently to therapy and tailor the therapeutic experience uniquely to each of my clients using your values, strengths, and goals.

I use a variety of theories and practices to best meet your needs, operating from a collaborative and holistic approach. I work within cognitive, emotional, social, and behavioral realms using a client-centered approach to improve all areas of my clients' well-being.

My therapeutic style is client-led, allowing space for you to advocate for your needs, give voice to what is happening in your life, and feel validated and supported. Many of my clients are emerging adults, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and/or neurodivergent. I also have experience working with individuals who identify as chronically ill or are in non-traditional relationship structures.

My focus in therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgemental space for you to process current, past, and future events as we work together to meet your emotional and behavioral goals.

I evolve our sessions to meet your needs in pursuit of the goals we set together.

My areas of interest and expertise include:

  • trauma

  • anxiety

  • depression

  • gender and identity exploration

  • family conflict

  •  relationships

  •  loss and grief

I earned my masters in social work from Arizona State University in 2019 and have since worked with individuals and couples using mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral interventions, solution-focused therapies, and somatic (body-based) approaches. I am a certified clinical trauma specialist trained in multiple trauma treatment modalities (including EMDR). While therapy can be challenging, I prioritize an environment that is inclusive, culturally responsive, and accepting for individuals of all identities and orientations.

Carina Montoya accepts self-pay and health insurance.