Liz Montcalm, LCSW

About me

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York with 15 years experience working in the mental health field and 5 years experience providing clinical psychotherapy in a community mental health clinic. I specialize in trauma and truly enjoy helping others improve their ability to function by helping them process past experiences they have been pushing away and take back their power. If trauma has not been something you have gone through but are still struggling, I have also worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, panic attacks, parenting problems, life changes, stress, family conflict, career challenges, OCD, ADHD, and more. My work in the community mental health settings allowed me help others struggling with all types of concerns.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach mostly combines cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy however, I also tailor my therapy method to what is needed to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

Typically, my practice hours are Monday - Friday 9am-3pm (PDT)- this will be when I am available for video sessions, messaging back and forth, or phone session. I do not plan to be logged into BetterHelp outside of those hours, therefore, any messages outside of those hours, will receive a response within 24-48hrs. If you need to talk or message outside of those hours, this can be discussed on an individualized basis. Also, if you would like to schedule a time dedicated to only you, please look at my schedule and reserve a time. Please remember that BetterHelp (or sister site!) is not appropriate if you are in crisis or in immediate need of support. In a crisis situation, please call 911 or local emergency services. You can also call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to someone right away!

I look forward to working with you!

"Live is not about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain."
"When it rains, look for rainbows, when it's dark, look for stars."

Professional experience

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Attachment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, First Responder Issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

License information

NY LCSW 090097