You don't have to keep figuring everything out on your own.
Maybe you understand yourself pretty well, but still find yourself overthinking, shutting down, or getting caught in the same patterns in your relationships.
Maybe you're tired of holding everything together, wondering why things that seem so manageable for others feel so hard for you.
Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what's happening, and begin relating to yourself and the people you care about differently.
Hi, I’m Monty.
I'm the kind of therapist who believes that no one (or no relationship!) is broken, even when you have parts that feel stuck, ashamed, exhausted, or overwhelmed. These parts are trying to help you. And when you learn to listen to them with curiosity instead of judgment, everything starts to shift.
meet monty
Why do you keep doing things you know you don't want to do?
Because insight and change aren't the same thing.
You can understand your anxiety and still feel consumed by it. You can know your relationship patterns and still find yourself repeating them. You can want connection and still pull away when someone gets close.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps us understand the different parts of you that drive these reactions, including the ones you might criticize, avoid, or wish would disappear.
Rather than fighting yourself into changing, we'll work toward understanding what's happening and developing more freedom in how you respond.
Change doesn't have to mean becoming a different person. It can mean finally feeling more like yourself.
Wondering if we're a good fit?
You don't need to know exactly what you want to work on or have the right words for what's happening.
A free 15-minute consultation is an opportunity to ask questions, share a little about what brings you here, and get a sense of whether working together feels right.
There's no pressure to have things figured out.
space for safety and growth
Growth requires a space where you can show up as you are, without judgment or pressure. I offer a grounded, collaborative relationship either in person in Chicago or virtually where we move at your pace and focus on what matters most to you.
Safety in this work is essential. When you feel steady and supported, it becomes possible to notice protective patterns, understand vulnerable parts of your experience, and begin to relate to them with more clarity and compassion. From there, meaningful change can unfold in a way that feels sustainable and real.
In-person and remote options
I offer in-person work (with an incredible view of the Chicago Loop). Can’t make it to the office? No worries – I’ve got you covered with virtual options as well.
“Monty is an exceptional therapist-compassionate, intuitive, and deeply attuned. His presence creates safety and trust, allowing clients to heal and grow. I highly recommend him for transformative, heart-centered therapy.“
— Susan “Syn” DuBay, LMFT (IFS Certified Therapist, Level 3)