- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Motivational Interviewing
About Krissel
Krissel Montano is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas with three years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, compassion fatigue, and anger. She also supports people dealing with relationship and family concerns, career stress, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
Krissel uses clear, evidence-based methods in sessions. She leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques to help people notice patterns and shift unhelpful thinking. She also uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy to set small, practical goals and keep momentum going.
Sessions are conversational and structured. Krissel helps clients name what they are feeling, try small behavior changes, and practice tools between sessions. She pays attention to attachment and family-of-origin dynamics when they affect current relationships or triggers for anger and shame.
Her work includes addressing issues like abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, impulsivity, and isolation. She supports people processing guilt, forgiveness, and feelings of emptiness while helping them build clearer communication skills.
Krissel offers care in English and Spanish and accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Krissel works with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in ways that fit virtual meetings. CBT looks at the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and uses simple exercises to test new ways of thinking. This is useful for anger triggered by work stress, relationships, or anxious thinking. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of emotional cues, which can help when temper rises quickly.She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people set small, achievable goals when change feels overwhelming. Figuring out which approach to use is collaborative: the therapist and client try techniques, review what helps, and adjust plans based on goals and preferences.
If you’re planning online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some approaches translate well to shorter or more frequent meetings, while others suit longer sessions with practice exercises between appointments.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues are supported?
She works with anger related to relationships, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and reactions tied to family history.
How would she approach my temper in sessions?
Krissel uses CBT to identify triggers and thoughts that fuel anger, then teaches practical strategies to respond differently in the moment.
What is her clinical background?
She has three years of clinical experience and holds the LCSW credential in Texas.
Where is she based and licensed?
She practices in Texas and holds a TX LCSW license.
Can I work with her in Spanish?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.