Licensed clinical social worker recordArizona
Monica Gutierrez, LCSW
Arizona
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Young adult and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Arizona
- LCSW, licence LCSW-20776
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904015088
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 2023022890
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
- LCSW, licence CW023843
- Licensed in Utah
- LCSW, licence 13963913-3501
- Licensed in Kansas
- LSCSW, licence LSCSW 06406
- Licensed in Montana
- LCSW, licence BBH-LCSW-LIC-72194
- Licensed in Maryland
- LCSW-C, licence 32143
- Licensed in Oregon
- LCSW, licence L15722
- Licensed in District of Columbia
- LICSW, licence LC200003405
- NPI
- 1215651542
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- Arizona
These details come from information Monica supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Client-centered work
About Monica
Monica Gutierrez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania and Montana with seven years of clinical experience. She works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, compassion fatigue, and issues common to young adults. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Monica draws on client-centered and strengths-based ideas. She focuses on listening first, then helping people set clear, achievable goals. Practical skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy are used to manage intense feelings and repetitive thought patterns.
She has worked in outpatient and inpatient settings and on a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program team. That range means she has experience with short-term crisis work and with longer skill-building supports. She aims to understand what each person values and to build tools that fit daily life.
In sessions Monica helps people identify unhelpful thinking, practice emotion-regulation strategies, and try new behaviors between meetings. She also brings a family systems perspective when family dynamics affect individual well-being. The emphasis is on concrete steps clients can use at home, work, or school.
Outside of clinical work she spends time crafting, walking her dog, and being with family and friends. Her practical approach is grounded in everyday demands like work, relationships, and the strain of life changes.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a collaborative relationship. Online sessions using this approach prioritize clear communication about goals and preferences so each meeting stays focused and useful.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. In online sessions clients can learn specific exercises to try between meetings, track progress, and review what worked in real-life situations. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. These skills are presented in short, practiceable steps that clients can use when emotions spike.
Choosing the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and daily demands, then agree on methods and homework that fit the client’s schedule. This is a collaborative process that can be adjusted as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into busy lives - it can make scheduling easier, allow shorter focused check-ins, or remove travel time so sessions fit around work, school, or family commitments.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Also works with
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Arizona, Virginia, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Utah, Kansas, Montana, Maryland, Oregon, District of Columbia
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, compassion fatigue, and young adult concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and strengths-based, using practical skills from CBT and DBT and motivational interviewing to help people change thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience, including work in outpatient, inpatient, and a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program team.
Is she licensed and where?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and the credential is listed as PA LCSW and MT LCSW; she practices from Arizona.
What languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers