About Me

Hi, I'm Lish.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults. I offer in-person and equine or horse-assisted therapy sessions in Magnolia, TX. Online counseling is an option for anyone in Texas. Life can be tough, and I feel fortunate to support clients in navigating the many changes and adjustments occurring during this life stage. I tend to lean into trauma-informed CBT, DBT, Relational-Cultural, and Family Systems counseling most often. Depending on client interests, I like to incorporate animals, art, music, or writing exercises into sessions. I strive to assist clients in feeling comfortable and at ease in sessions. I'm genuine and relatable in my counseling approach. Above all, I'm on your side and an ally in your journey.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate supervised by Monica McClain, LPC-S. I'm also a graduate of Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School, earning a Masters degree in Counseling, specializing in Addiction. I typically work with clients navigating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use or addiction. I have had professional experiences at a Betty Ford outpatient center, a private practice, a community health agency and shelter, as well as on career counseling and student life teams at several universities.
Animals have also always been a huge part of my life and I'd love to share the positive impact of the human-animal bond with clients. Sessions incorporating horse or equine-assisted therapy are offered at Inspiration Ranch in Magnolia and incorporate Natural Lifemanship principles. Meanwhile, my sweet rabbit, Maddy, and I are a volunteer therapy team.
Whether you may be a prospective client or a concerned parent, please reach out for a free consultation. I look forward to connecting with you!
- Lish Montesa, MA, LPC-Associate, NCC
Supervised by Monica McClain, LPC-S
- Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate, Supervised by Monica McClain, (LPC-S)
- Masters Degree in Counseling
- Masters Degree in Human Resources
- Natural Lifemanship Training
- Trauma-Informed CBT
- DBT
- Relational-Cultural Therapy
- Family Systems Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Parent/Caregiver Support
- Relationship Navigation
- Recovery Maintenance
- Animal-Assisted Therapy
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Substance Use
- Addictive Behaviors
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