Mahana Lugo received a Master’s Degree from Western Michigan University in Counseling Education. Mahana has worked in the Human Development field for seventeen years in different areas including Community Mental Health, School Counseling, Education and Human Resources, both in the United States and Nicaragua. Although Mahana uses an eclectic approach to be able to serve the needs of each person, her two main two theoretical orientations are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Therapy. Mahana is trained in the Evidenced Based approaches Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Suicide Prevention Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (SP-CBT). Mahana’s experience has focused on Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Developmental Disabilities, ADD/ADHD, Crisis Intervention.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Expats, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
MI LPC LPC6401019039
FL LMHC MH23947
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Dr. Mahana Lugo-Montenegro listens attentively and provides insightful feedback. Her approach is fantastic because it emphasizes taking action and making progress. In just two weeks, I’ve already noticed a positive shift in how I think and interact with my partner. I highly recommend her to friends and family. It’s also incredibly helpful that she’s fluent in both Spanish and English, especially for someone like me who easily switches between the two during our conversations.
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Mahana for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
My first ever experience with therapy has been amazing I truly couldn’t be more thankful for this service and my therapist for helping me in one the darkest moments of my life.
Written on Aug 13, 2024 after therapy with Mahana for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Sin duda Mahana ha sido una luz en el camino. Es una excelente profesional y terapeuta, entiende perfecto las dificultades y trae soluciones factibles. Su calidez es inigualable, no pude pedir por un terapeuta mejor que ella. Que suerte la mía.
Written on May 29, 2024 after therapy with Mahana for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and intimacy-related issues
Mahana is a great listener and is very caring. She helps to identify my thoughts and behaviors that we can be mindful of and adjust to achieve therapy goals.
Written on May 13, 2024 after therapy with Mahana for 6 months on issues concerning lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Mahana truly listens to you with care and kindness. She's great at suggesting practical exercises that, along with therapy, really help mindfully tackle your worries. Her sessions are always well-structured, making them flow smoothly. I highly recommend her services!
Written on Apr 09, 2024 after therapy with Mahana for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
We just met but so far she's great. Looking forward to talking to her again. She's very informative and professional.
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Mahana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and self esteem