Johana Lastor Montes, LMHC, Garden City, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Jo was easy to talk to. Made me feel real comfortable. Great listener. At the end, I just wanted to hug her. ”

Yasmine B.January 20, 2026

About Johana Lastor Montes

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bipolar Disorder

Anxiety

Depression

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Dialectical (DBT)

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Johana Lastor Montes

Johana is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privileges (LMHC-D) who believes the therapy room is one of the most sacred and safe spaces a person can experience. She feels it is a true privilege to walk alongside clients as they navigate their journey toward healing and discovering their best self. Johana believes clients are the experts of their own lives and remain in the driver's seat of therapy, guiding the direction and pace of session while she offers support, clinical insight, and tools aligned their goals. Johana has experience working with individuals, couples, and groups across a range of settings, including a New York State OASAS/OMH community health program, where she provided both intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient services within a nonprofit agency as well as in private practice. She currently works with individuals ages 18 and older, supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions along with other concerns. Her clinical approach is trauma-informed and person-centered, integrating evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and TF-CBT. Above all, Johana is committed to creating a warm, affirming, and culturally responsive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Childhood Trauma

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Office location

Johana Lastor Montes, LMHC also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - New York

1399 Franklin Ave, Ste 302, Garden City, NY 11530

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - New York

Education and training

Hofstra University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1780380923

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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4 reviews

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Jo was easy to talk to. Made me feel real comfortable. Great listener. At the end, I just wanted to hug her.

January 20, 2026Yasmine B.Verified patient

Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden

December 5, 2025Jasmine R.Verified patientVideo visit

Less than 6 months agoInitials hidden

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Johana Lastor Montes?

Generally, Johana Lastor Montes has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Johana Lastor Montes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Johana Lastor Montes accepting new patients?

Johana Lastor Montes generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Johana Lastor Montes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Johana Lastor Montes accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Johana Lastor Montes online?

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What practice does Johana Lastor Montes work with?

Johana Lastor Montes works with LifeStance Health - New York.

Where is Johana Lastor Montes's office located?

Johana Lastor Montes has 2 office locations in Garden City, view full addresses on Johana Lastor Montes's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Johana Lastor Montes?

Johana Lastor Montes frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Johana Lastor Montes on their profile.

What languages does Johana Lastor Montes speak?

Johana Lastor Montes speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Johana Lastor Montes in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Johana Lastor Montes. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.