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Overall rating
5.00
About Maria Monge
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Maria Monge
María Monge is an interdisciplinary artist and a bilingual licensed mental health counselor, originally from Monterey, CA. She earned her Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Alliance University. With a wealth of experience in mental health, María has proudly served communities in NYC and around the world for the past six years. She also brings twelve years of professional dance and fitness teaching experience. María is deeply passionate about helping people explore how their physical bodies play a major role in their journey toward holistic wellness. She has been invited to facilitate, both individually and in groups, various movement techniques that encourage clients to tend to their bodies through a lens of honesty, kindness, compassion, and self-love.
What should a new client know about working with you?
María specializes in helping people navigate through relational
challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, past pain,
and struggles surrounding their faith, self-worth and identity. She
explores wellness strategies to help improve coping skills, and
utilizes experiential therapy methods and mindfulness techniques
that allows clients the space to be fully present with themselves
while processing through their difficulties. She is passionate
about empowering individuals who yearn to be free from the
layers of life that have kept them bound.
Over the course of her career María has been invited to speak at
events to provide psychoeducation on various topics around
mental health. María has led mental health workshops on topics
such as developing vulnerability and recognizing signs of
burnout. She has also traveled both nationally and internationally
where she provided Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to
communities in need. María resides in Charlotte NC and provides
virtual counseling services in both English and Spanish to
residents of New York, and therapeutic coaching services
everywhere else.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Going through therapy with a therapist can be a very beneficial experience for individuals who want to work through their mental health challenges and improve their overall well-being. Here are some steps you can take to make the most of your therapy experience:
- Find the right therapist: The first step is to find a therapist who is a good fit for you. Look for someone who specializes in the type of issues you want to address and whose style matches your preferences. I hope I can be that person for you.
- Set clear goals: It's important to have clear goals for therapy so that you and I are on the same page. In our first session, we will discuss your goals and work together to create a treatment plan that outlines the steps you will take to achieve those goals.
- Try to be open and honest with me about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am here to help you, and I can only do so if I have a clear understanding of what's going on.
- Trust the process: Therapy can be a long process, and it's important to trust that the work you're doing with me will pay off in the end. It's also important to be patient and not expect instant results.
- Practice self-care: In addition to attending therapy sessions, it's important to practice self-care on a regular basis. This may include activities such as exercise, meditation, or spending time with loved ones.
- Keep an open mind: Finally, it's important to keep an open mind and be willing to try new things. As your therapist, I may suggest different techniques or approaches that you haven't tried before, and it's important to be receptive to these suggestions.
Remember, therapy is a collaborative process between you and me, so be sure to communicate your thoughts and concerns along the way. With the right mindset and a willingness to work, therapy can be a transformative experience that helps you achieve your goals and improve your quality of life.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Alliance University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1306313614
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How soon can I make an appointment with Maria Monge?
Generally, Maria Monge has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Maria Monge's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Maria Monge accepting new patients?
Maria Monge generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Maria Monge's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Maria Monge accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Maria Monge online?
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What practice does Maria Monge work with?
Maria Monge works with ReachLink.
What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Monge?
Maria Monge frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Maria Monge on their profile.
What languages does Maria Monge speak?
Maria Monge speaks English.