Krissel Montano

Krissel Montano is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Texas who helps people manage anger, anxiety, depression, and stress. She supports those facing relationship strain, grief, career concerns, and the emotional fallout of chronic illness or caregiving. Krissel also addresses issues like low self-esteem, impulsivity, isolation, and attachment-related worries.

Her style is direct and warm. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use between meetings. She listens for what matters most and helps people build simple routines and coping skills that fit daily life.

Krissel uses techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. That means she helps clients notice patterns in thinking, practice being more present with strong emotions, clarify what they want to change, and set achievable short-term goals.

With three years of clinical experience, she aims to make therapy predictable and concrete. Krissel pays attention to family of origin themes, guilt and shame, and struggles around abandonment and attachment. She also supports people dealing with bipolar disorder and co-occurring conditions.

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Krissel accepts clients from Texas and also works with international clients. The approach aims to be collaborative, meeting people where they are and prioritizing skills that reduce emotional overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning.

Approaches that translate well to online care

CBT helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try small behavior experiments to test new ways of thinking. It is often used for anger, anxiety, depression, and stress because it focuses on concrete steps and skill-building.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple practices to bring attention to the present moment and to observe emotions without getting swept away. This can reduce reactivity and give people more choice in how they respond to anger and strong feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose what fits their goals and situation. That might mean mixing CBT skills with mindfulness exercises or using motivational interviewing to build commitment to change.

Confirm session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a lunch break or avoiding commuting time. It can also allow people to work with a licensed professional from another region or country, provided scheduling and time zones are arranged in advance.