Payton Montague, LMFT, Clearwater, FL

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Payton was very welcoming, kind attentive and was very helpful with the issues I am dealing with. He had good suggestions that were helpful and I am looking forward to my next appointment. Diann”

Laura H.March 19, 2026

About Payton Montague

Focus areas

Couples Therapy

Relationship Counseling

Family Issues

Work-Related Counseling

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Families

Treatment approaches

Narrative

Relational

Person-Centered

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Psychoanalytic

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Payton Montague

Payton Montague grew up in a little farm town on the coast of North Carolina called Newport. The Newport motto was “The Town with old-fashioned courtesy.” It was a true statement in every way. The summer he turned 15 he and his family moved to Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated from High School in Atlanta in 1974 and headed to Florida State University as a vocal performance major. Two years later he met his wife Pam. They married in 1978 and started a family. They have been married for 45 years. Payton’s spiritual beliefs lead him to work in many different para-church organizations. Organizations that included Kairos, The Walk to Emmaus, Man in the Mirror, and the National Center for Fathering (NCF). In 1993 Payton became a certified instructor for the NCF. He has worked with fathers from all walks of life including those incarcerated for the past 26 years. In 1982 Payton began his career in sales and sales management in the orthodontic division of 3M corporation. His career with 3M spanned 33 years. Payton had become aware of how many people he had counseled over the years and felt called to go back to school to earn a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy. He graduated from Stetson University in 2019 with an MS in MHC and MFT. Payton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and resides in St. Petersburg, Florida. He is a provider for Prepare and Enrich couples assessment, and is an Emotionally Focused Therapy provider. He also is a Level I Gottman couples therapist.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My theoretical orientation is emotionally focused therapy. It’s an existential approach. However, I believe you already have everything inside yourself that you need to rise above any issue. Relationships are key. Close safe relationships an help rewire the emotional part of the brain. When someone consistently responds to you with warmth, attunement, and safety your brain slowly learns new emotional patterns that help you both feel more secure, connected and regulated over time.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My focus is couples therapy and relationship dynamics. However, I also work with families and individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, work life balance and substance use. Assessment is important and initial sessions are focused on diagnosis and best approaches. I believe the client is the expert on themselves.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Group Therapy

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Group Therapy

New Patient Visit

Office locations

Payton Montague, LMFT also offers online video visits for patients

Lutheran Counseling Services Inc (1 of 2)

301 58th Street S, St. Petersburg, FL 33707

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Lutheran Counseling Services Inc (2 of 2)

3166 McMullen Booth Rd, Clearwater, FL 33761

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Education and background

Practice names

Lutheran Counseling Services Inc

Education and training

Stetson University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1568085181

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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Payton was very welcoming, kind attentive and was very helpful with the issues I am dealing with. He had good suggestions that were helpful and I am looking forward to my next appointment. Diann

March 19, 2026Laura H.Verified patient

March 14, 2026Dalton C.Verified patientVideo visit

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What practice does Payton Montague work with?

Payton Montague works with Lutheran Counseling Services Inc.

Where is Payton Montague's office located?

Payton Montague has 3 office locations, including in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and Winter Park, view full addresses on Payton Montague's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Payton Montague?

Payton Montague frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Payton Montague on their profile.

What languages does Payton Montague speak?

Payton Montague speaks English.

How do patients rate Payton Montague in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Payton Montague. 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.