I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with 22 years of professional work experience.
I am Bilingual (English & Spanish), Bi-Cultural and believe in being cultural sensitive. I have helped individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, including Hispanic populations, at-risk children, adolescents, adults, families, couples. I am skilled in assisting clients work through and resolve issues with grief/loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ODD, substance and alcohol abuse, chronic pain, truancy, life and social skills, anger, parenting, domestic violence, divorce, and other life issues. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Additional areas of focus: Grief, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Communication problems, Family problems, Immigration issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Multicultural concerns, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
CA LCSW 26312
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I had my first session with Nancy. And I have been really hesitant about going to therapy lately. But she eased all my fears. So kind very knowledgeable. Can’t wait for my next session.
Written on Apr 20, 2024 after therapy with Nancy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
She is a kind and understanding therapist.
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Nancy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
She makes me feel comfortable and has great professional expertise
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Nancy for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Excellent first session!
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Nancy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
A very wise and knowledgeable person to talk to and a great listener.
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Nancy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Miss Montes was incredible during my sessions. She listens. I have a toddler that would sometimes require attention during my session and she was patient and even interacted with her which my child loved. I will take the tools and advice that Miss Monte’s has given and use them daily.
Written on Dec 04, 2023 after therapy with Nancy for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes