Natalie is a first generation, bilingual, LMFT with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. MontenegroMFT specializes in treating acculturation difficulties, trauma, first responders, healthcare professionals and maternal wellbeing through the use of Brainspotting. Additionally used approach modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. MontenegroMFT prides itself in offering a highly personalized approach which is always tailored to each individual client's needs.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Upon completing our initial goals and treatment goals are agreed upon, we will begin the process of growth and expansion into greater understanding. Together, we will gain insight into "the why" and learn how to develop interventions, specific to you, that facilitate the increase of the desired emotional state.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Brainspotting is a powerful, focused treatment method that works by identifying, processing and releasing core neurophysiological sources of emotional/body pain, trauma, dissociation and a variety of other challenging symptoms. Brainspotting is a simultaneous form of diagnosis and treatment, enhanced with Biolateral sound, which is deep, direct, and powerful yet focused and containing. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented type of talk therapy. It can help manage mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, and emotional concerns, such as coping with grief or stress. CBT can also help manage non-psychological health conditions, such as insomnia and chronic pain.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Throughout the 15 years I have been practicing, real-life experiences have allowed me to pursue a passion in working with first responders, healthcare professionals, peri and post-partum difficulties as well as assisting those struggling with acculturating.