Vanessa Montez, LCSW - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Vanessa Montez

Vanessa Montez

(she/her)

LCSW
15 years of experience
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Virtual

Hello I am a licensed clinical social worker in Texas and have been practicing for over 15 years. As a trauma survivor I was able to heal myself and move forward in my life. I help women identify what is keeping them stuck and preventing them from moving forward in life. I help women feel more at peace with their life. I help women heal from trauma and start living a fuller life free of fear and guilt.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, we will begin with introductions and explore your short and long term goals. I tell client I am not the expert, you are. You will be in the driver seat and I serve merely as a guide to get you to your goals.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

As a trauma survivor I was able to heal myself and move forward in my life. I lived through domestic violence, alcoholism and incarceration and put myself through college and graduate school. I stopped unhealthy habits and settled down with my best friend who is my biggest supporter. I surrendered my fears so that I could love fully. The most important gift I can give my children is a healthy, happy and loving mother.

Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use CBT to help individuals who are experiencing stress, grief and/or self esteem issues.

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

I use CPT for those suffering from PTSD and unresolved trauma. CPT is a structured 12 week program that shows positive results for most people.