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Lyam Montanez

Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA

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Available both in-person and online
Castle Rock, CO 80104
Healing can feel isolating, overwhelming, and deeply personal; but you don't have to navigate it alone. I strive to create a welcoming, affirming space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. Your experiences matter, and therapy should honor your story, your values, and the identities that shape who you are. Together, we move at a pace that feels right for you, prioritizing safety, empowerment, and rebuilding meaningful connections with yourself and others.
Grounded in cultural humility, compassion, collaboration, and a deep commitment to human dignity. I believe affirming who you are: your identity, your history, your community, isn't separate from the healing process. It is the healing process. Here, showing up authentically isn't just encouraged it's the foundation.
Healing looks different for everyone, and my goal is to help you discover what it means for you; in a space where you feel affirmed, supported, and never judged. If any of this resonates, you are in the right place. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. Please don't hesitate to reach out; connection is where healing begins.
Call or Lyam Montanez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (719) 662-7949

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Congruent Minds

Castle Rock, CO 80104

(719) 662-7949

Alamosa, CO 81101

I offer virtual and in-person sessions on weekdays and limited weekends; hope to see you in session!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (719) 662-7949
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Congruent Minds

Castle Rock, CO 80104

(719) 662-7949

Alamosa, CO 81101

I offer virtual and in-person sessions on weekdays and limited weekends; hope to see you in session!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $120
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Allegiance
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centene
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Colorado Access
  • ComPsych
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Great-West Life
  • Health First Colorado
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MINES and Associates
  • MultiPlan
  • MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • Simplified Benefit Admin
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I strive to offer quality, compassionate, and accessible care to all. Insurance is accepted (under my supervisor Jennifer Elliott, MEd, LPC) and sliding-scale options are available. You don't have to do this alone; please reach out to discuss any financial barriers to care.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949
"
I strive to offer quality, compassionate, and accessible care to all. Insurance is accepted (under my supervisor Jennifer Elliott, MEd, LPC) and sliding-scale options are available. You don't have to do this alone; please reach out to discuss any financial barriers to care.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Colorado / LPCC.0024236 Supervised by Jennifer Elliott (Colorado / LPC.0001519) Lyam Montanez Rodriguez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
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I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado, clinically supervised by Jennifer Elliott, MEd, LPC. I offer quality, compassionate, and accessible care. Insurance is accepted (under my supervisor), with sliding-scale options available. You don't have to do this alone; please reach out.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949
"
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado, clinically supervised by Jennifer Elliott, MEd, LPC. I offer quality, compassionate, and accessible care. Insurance is accepted (under my supervisor), with sliding-scale options available. You don't have to do this alone; please reach out.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Veterans
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I use a compassionate, integrative approach grounded in evidence-based care, cultural humility, and a commitment to social justice. Healing looks different for everyone, and my goal is to help you discover what it means for you; at a pace that feels right for you.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949
"
I use a compassionate, integrative approach grounded in evidence-based care, cultural humility, and a commitment to social justice. Healing looks different for everyone, and my goal is to help you discover what it means for you; at a pace that feels right for you.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949

7 Endorsements

Magalexon Pierre
Magalexon Pierre
Marriage & Family Therapist InternRMFTI
Lyam creates a warm, affirming space where clients feel seen and supported. Her compassionate, trauma-informed care helps people navigate difficult experiences at their own pace while empowering them to reconnect with themselves and move toward healing.
Brittaney Wood
Brittaney Wood
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lyam is a thoughtful, skilled clinician who blends deep empathy with evidence-based care. I trust her clinical judgment and highly recommend her.
Josh Lederle
Josh Lederle
CounselorLCMHCALCASA
Lyam is one of the most thoughtful clinicians I've ever encountered - her patience, care, and attention to detail can make any client feel welcome and comfortable in her presence.
Julia Cardellini
Julia Cardellini
Registered Mental Health Counselor InternMARMHCI
Lyam takes the time to understand you and your unique needs as a client. She creates a safe and comfortable therapeutic space. Highly recommend!
Mitch Pentecost
Mitch Pentecost
Registered Mental Health Counselor InternMA
Lyam is a caring, compassionate professional with a passion for helping individuals and couples. She shows up with a great attitude and maintains a positive outlook. Incredibly organized and highly responsive!
Skylar Sellitti
Skylar Sellitti
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalMA
Lyam is uniquely gifted in her ability to be personable, warm, and a collaborative partner in the therapeutic setting. Her dedication to her clients is evident in her practice and in the supportive atmosphere she creates.
Daniel Alexander Joseph
Daniel Alexander Joseph
Daniel LMHCM ED
My working experience with Lyam was great. She has the disposition both of a counselor and office leader. She is someone to trust both in your care as well as your organization.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a compassionate, integrative approach grounded in evidence-based care, cultural humility, and collaboration. Healing looks different for everyone, and my goal is to help you discover what it means for you at a pace that feels right.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949
"
I use a compassionate, integrative approach grounded in evidence-based care, cultural humility, and collaboration. Healing looks different for everyone, and my goal is to help you discover what it means for you at a pace that feels right.
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 662-7949

Location

Primary Location

Congruent Minds

Castle Rock, CO 80104

(719) 662-7949

Additional Location

Alamosa, CO 81101

(719) 662-7949
"
I offer virtual and in-person sessions on weekdays and limited weekends; hope to see you in session!
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (719) 662-7949
"
I offer virtual and in-person sessions on weekdays and limited weekends; hope to see you in session!
Photo of Lyam Montanez, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Lyam Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (719) 662-7949