About Alia Montelongo
Focus areas
Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy
Depression
Sleep Problems
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Culturally Sensitive
Compassion Focused
Relational
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Alia Montelongo
Working in mental health for over a decade, I realized I would ask more questions about the person than I was trained to know what to do with. I knew I wanted to help people more and decided to further my education by earning a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Phillips Graduate Institute to be able to do that.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Clients need to feel heard and understood. I would initially ask how they would like to feel heard and understood. I would naturally reflect back on what clients have stated to ensure I heard their words correctly. I would also ask if I understood their words correctly to confirm.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Working together is collaborative. Building trust looks like me asking questions to see the client's experience and what support looks like to them. It is listening to their stories and hearing what the client would like to work on as far as goals and supporting them to do so.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $125 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
I also accept EAP through Cigna and Optum.
Education and background
Education and training
- Phillips Graduate Institute, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1578902888
Patient reviews
Overall rating
5.00
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Alia is wonderful and helps break down concepts and makes me realize perspectives from all points of view. I see a drastic change in my mental health and credit all of her strategies and tips.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner