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Maria Montenegro

Counseling Light On Therapy
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Trauma, Attachment Issues, Life Transitions, PTSD, Relationship Issues,
In network with Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Quest Behavioral Health,

Introduction

I became a therapist because I’m passionate about helping others heal, integrate their experiences, and reconnect with their authentic selves. My clients describe me as deeply inquisitive, empowering, attuned, open-minded and compassionate—blending warmth, creativity, and depth to foster healing and self-discovery. I blend somatics, relational, creative, and depth oriented therapies to help clients process trauma, regulate emotions, and integrate all parts of themselves—moving from survival to deep self-connection, resilience, and authentic embodiment. I am trained in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Parts Work, Yoga, and Somatic creative therapy. I specialize in working with people healing from developmental and relational trauma, struggling with emotional regulation, or navigating life transitions. Together, we will create a safe, attuned space to process trauma, regulate emotions, and explore your inner world. Through somatic, expressive, and neuroscience-based therapies, we’ll uncover patterns, strengthen resilience, and support your journey.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #SW24182 (FL)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • Vegetarian/Vegan
  • Gaudiya Vaishnava
  • Yoga Community

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Hindu

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Maria Montenegro accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Oscar

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual Session $175
  • Couple Session $215

Locations

Light On Therapy
Gainesville, FL 32609-1999
Video Office

Professional Information

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Somatic Parts Work
  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

FAQ

Is Maria Montenegro accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Maria Montenegro is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Maria Montenegro also offers a free consultation.
Does Maria Montenegro offer telehealth appointments? Maria Montenegro does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Maria Montenegro specialize in? Maria Montenegro specializes in the following areas: Attachment Issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sexual Abuse, and Trauma.
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