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- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and DBT approaches
- English and Spanish
About Monica
LCSW Monica Gutierrez has seven years of clinical experience and practices in Arizona. She works primarily with young adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, panic, self-esteem, and relationship and family issues. Monica uses client-centered methods alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Monica focuses on strengths and on helping people identify practical steps they can use day to day. She draws on a family systems perspective to understand how relationships affect mood and coping. In practice that looks like checking what already works, then building new skills around thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and problem solving.
Her background includes work across outpatient and inpatient settings and participation in a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program team. That variety has shaped how she helps with acute symptoms like panic attacks and with longer-term concerns such as mood disorders and body image. Monica often pairs skill teaching from DBT and CBT with motivational methods to support commitment to change.
Monica values getting to know each person so treatment fits their priorities. She aims to collaborate on clear goals and practical strategies that fit daily life. Outside of work she spends time with family, crafts, and long walks with her dog.
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Approaches used in online sessions and what to expect
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and collaboration. The therapist centers the client's goals and preferences and supports self-directed problem solving, which can help with motivation and confidence.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online CBT sessions typically include skill practice, short exercises, and planning so clients can try strategies between meetings to address anxiety, panic, and low mood.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. These skills are practical for managing intense emotions, panic symptoms, and relationship stress.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Monica will work with the client to pick and adjust methods based on goals, preferences, and progress. That means trying strategies, checking what helps, and changing course as needed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by avoiding travel, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, or enabling work-break scheduling. Ask about language options and session length when arranging the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Arizona, Virginia, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Utah, Kansas, Montana, Maryland, Oregon, District of Columbia
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include body image, panic, mood disorders, self-love, and young adult issues.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
Her practice uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. These methods are used to teach coping skills, change unhelpful thinking, and support emotional regulation.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working in clinical settings. Her background includes outpatient and inpatient work and participation in a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program team.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW credential and practices in Arizona. The listing shows PA LCSW and MT LCSW as credential details.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not state specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video, phone, or other formats are offered.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the selected plan and region.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to the next steps for booking.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.