I am a Latinx/a, California based therapist servicing current/former athletes between the ages of 13-30 years old who have participated in sports at any level: youth leagues/organizations, high school/collegiate, professional
I also provide mental health consultation and trainings to Athletic Departments, Sports Teams/Leagues/Organizations in efforts to assist in creating a positive culture where all athletes feel supported and promotes personal growth.
Victoria Montenegro, LCSW
Therapist & Mental Health Consultant/Trainer/Presenter
Fast Facts
Individual & Family Therapy (Virtual)
Trainings/Presentations (Virtual & In person)
Platform
English
Language
CAsh, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Optum
Payment
Trauma
Childhood Trauma
Behavioral Issues
Sexual Behavioral Issues
Grief and Loss
Changes in Family Dynamics
Life Transitions
Depression
Anxiety
Peer Relationships
Family Relationships
History of DCFS, Probation, Foster Care, Police Involvement
Areas of Expertise/Experience
1. Athlete Identity foreclosure. "Who am I when I am not playing?" "What else am I supposed to do? Can lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, behavioral issues.
2. Athletes and Childhood Trauma- Trauma exposure can lead to mental health symptoms and can impact ones role as student, athlete, worker, sibling, friend, etc. Trauma can leave loved ones, teammates, coaches also feeling confused and at a loss on how to help.
List of:
My Therapeutic Interests
Transparency & vulnerability is a part of therapy, which takes a significant amount of courage & bravery on your end. I am here to listen with compassion, free of judgement and with acceptance. My priority is to create a space that is emotionally safe for you to embark on your healing journey.
Compassion
I want to empower you by providing knowledge, skills and the attitude/mind set needed to cope in this world that we live in that is ever changing. I want to assist you in feeling prepared for any circumstance/obstacle.
Empowerment
I believe it is vital to work together as teammates in this therapeutic relationship. Teamwork/collaboration is crucial to achieving results. "Team work makes the dream work."
Collaborative
My Approach
I'm ready
Fee: $125/Session
Packages available
Individual Therapy
We are ready
The goal is to assist the family in resolving conflict, improving interactions with one another and creating a healthy environment for everyone to successfully thrive
Fee: $140/hour
packages also available
Family Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma Focused-CBT
Narrative Based Therapy
Reality Based Therapy
Strength Based
Psychoeducation
Motivational Interviewing
Pathways Sexual Offense Treatment
My Treatment Modalities
— Former Athlete
"Coach Victoria was one of the best coaches I've ever had. Whenever I had something troubling me I looked forward to our practices so that I could ask for her advice on the topic. She was the perfect balance of someone I could confide in and an amazing coach that helped me become a better ball player."
"Gabby is a big sister presence + a kick butt coach all in one! I didn't realize how much of getting healthy was the mental work. She helped me get back on track after having my 2nd baby." — Marie H.
"Gabby is a big sister presence + a kick butt coach all in one!"
"I thought I never had time for my own health between 3 kids and a tiring job. Gabby taught me how to make time for and truly care for ME." — Jasmine V.
"Gabby taught me how to make time for and truly care for ME."
Fees
$400/training +Potential Travel Expenses
- Why Student Athlete Mental Health?
- Identifying Mental Health Symptoms Among Athletes
- Trauma and Identifying Potential Trauma Symptoms Among Athletes.
- The Impact of Identity Foreclosure
- Healthy Peer/Romantic Relationships
- Expressing Feelings in A Healthy Prosocial Way
- Goal Setting: Tools for A Healthy Mindset
- Coach Affect Management & Burnout
Topics of expertise
Virtually or In Person
*Trainings can be created or altered to meet the needs of your athletes, team, staff, athletic departments*