I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed addiction counselor in the state of Montana with over 11 years of experience. As a social work major, I have a strong background working with several diverse communities. I am trained to look both at the individual and the large environment that affects the individual. Through my employment at Montana State Hospital, Montana State Prison, the Lewis and Clark County Jail, and other outpatient therapeutic environments I have had a wealth of opportunities to further my understanding and knowledge into both mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
My responsibilities have included providing therapeutic intervention services to both the criminal and civil populations. My experience, education, and knowledge provide me with a unique understanding of mental illness and effective treatment modalities. I have familiarity working with the severely mentally ill, families, and groups. I have provided therapeutic services to clients from various ages and backgrounds. I am well versed at working with those whom have experienced trauma, suffer from depression, anxiety, ADHD, or a mood regulation disorder.
I understand how important the therapeutic relationship and would like to work with you as we take this journey to wellness together. Though therapy can be difficult and overwhelming at times I want you to know that I am invested in your road to recovery. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to speaking with you.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Antisocial Personality, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
AZ LCSW LCSW-19247
MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-8987
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She’s amazing
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Absolutely the best person to help me with my situation. Monique has been an extremely strong listener and keeps me accountable with goals I set for myself. I'm really glad I was matched with her first because I can't see anyone else helping me as much as she has.
Written on Feb 08, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Monique is so helpful, her experience helped identify my issue and get a new perspective. I am so grateful! This is something i would have spent hours trying to figure out. She gets right to the source of the problem so i can see my unlimited options how to approach in a positive constructive manner.
Written on Jan 23, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Monique is very pleasant, relatable and easy to work with, she has helped me a great deal in a short amount of time.
Written on Nov 03, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
She is validating and she listens. She gives good suggestions for you to choose .
Written on Oct 18, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Monique was always willing to chat in a personal and friendly way and made me feel very heard and understood. I appreciated her insight on many of our conversations.
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd