Licensed Clinical Psychologist
CEO/Founder
224-603-2058
DrLiara@MontesanoPsych.com
Hablamos Español
Dr. M as she’s affectionately known views humans beings as having vast amounts of potential that is often diminished by different complications/circumstances. Dr. M’s passion is helping her clients flourish and become the best versions of themselves.
Today, Dr. M works with adults and teens at the Montesano Psychological Center and engages in individual/group/equine assisted psychotherapy. Having a strong background in existential philosophy and person-centered psychotherapy Dr. M’s priority is designing a unique and individualized treatment plan for all those under her care that incorporate the client’s goals and desires for their future and well being rather than her own.
In addition, Dr. M is the Director of Clinical Training at Guada Psychological Services. At Guada she trains and supervises aspiring clinicians in evidence based psychotherapies such as: CBT, ACT, H-E, Person Centered Therapy along with teaching warmth, empathy and genuineness within the therapeutic relationship.
Education and Training
After finishing her BS in Clinical Psychology at Florida State University, Dr. M, completed a Master’s degree and worked in low income communities engaging in home visits and safety checks with the FACT team. Followed by her work in community psychology Dr. M spent two years providing care to individuals with traumatic brain injuries before spending an additional five years of intensive study at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology where she earned her Doctorate. Through this schooling she engaged and trained in health psychology, outpatient care, inpatient care and community psychology at some of the most prestigious and rigorous training sites in the Chicago area such as: Northwestern University’s Family Health Center in Humboldt Park, The Circle Center for Women, Riveredge Hospital and Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. M provides therapy to individuals who struggle with insecurities, self-doubt, loneliness, obsessive thinking, phobias, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and many other challenges that compromise their quality of life. Her office offers a place where people can explore themselves and find ways to better cope with their lives without losing what makes them uniquely them. Without imposing any agendas on you, Dr. M will work to meet you where you are at in your journey and act as a guides towards positive treatment outcomes.
