Individual & Couples Therapy in Chicago, IL
Compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and seeking a deeper connection with themselves and others
IFS-informed therapy for individuals and couples/partners, in person in Chicago and virtually throughout Illinois
Hi, I’m Monty
Tired of feeling stuck? Ready to change but not sure how to start?
Sometimes we know life isn't working but we can't quite understand why. We find ourselves overthinking, shutting down, getting caught in familiar relationship patterns, or feeling disconnected from the people and things that matter most.
Maybe you've already spent a lot of time trying to understand yourself. You know some of the reasons you react the way you do, but knowing hasn't necessarily made things feel different.
I'm Monty, a Chicago therapist offering Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy for individuals and couples/partners. I work with people who want to understand themselves more deeply, make sense of the patterns that keep showing up, and find new ways of relating to themselves and others.
I believe no one, and no relationship, is broken. Even the parts of us that feel stuck, ashamed, exhausted, or overwhelmed are trying to help in some way. We can approach those parts with curiosity rather than judgment and begin to understand what they need.
Here’s the thing - there are no bad parts. Only parts stuck in old patterns struggling to help solve today’s challenges. Your parts are trying to help you. And when you learn to listen to them with curiosity instead of judgment, everything starts to shift.
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.
It’s just a conversation. There's no pressure to commit to therapy or to have things figured out.
In-person and remote options
I offer in-person work in Chicago in the Loop and surrounding neighborhoods (West Loop, South Loop, River North).
Can’t make it to the office? No worries – I also offer virtual sessions for individuals and couples/partners in Chicago and across Illinois.
How IFS Therapy Can Help
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an approach to therapy that helps us understand the different parts of ourselves, including the ones that protect us, keep us going, or try to keep difficult feelings at a distance.
Rather than fighting against these parts or trying to get rid of them, we'll work together to understand them. This can help you recognize familiar patterns, respond to difficult moments with more choice, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself.
IFS can be especially helpful when you're working through challenges in different areas of your life:
Relationships & Intimacy - Understand the patterns that show up when you get close to someone, navigate conflict, or struggle to feel heard and understood. IFS can help you recognize the different parts involved in these moments and create more room for connection, communication, and trust.
Anxiety & Emotional Wellbeing - Explore the parts of you that worry, overthink, stress about problems, or feel the need to stay in control. Rather than simply trying to quiet those reactions, we'll get curious about what they're responding to and what might help you feel more grounded.
Identity & Self-Acceptance - Make space for the different parts of your experience, including questions about identity, belonging, expectations, and how you see yourself. IFS offers a way to approach internal conflict with curiosity and develop a more accepting relationship with who you are.
Personal Growth & Life Transitions - Understand the expectations, fears, and internal pressures that can make change difficult, even when you know what you want. Whether you're navigating a transition, questioning what's next, or feeling stuck despite your accomplishments, therapy can help you move toward choices that feel more aligned with what matters to you.
you are welcome exactly as you are
Growth requires a space where you can show up as you are, without judgment or pressure. I offer a grounded, collaborative therapeutic relationship where we move at your pace and focus on what matters most to you.
Safety in this work is essential. When you feel supported, it becomes easier to notice protective patterns, understand vulnerable parts of your experience, and explore things you may have spent a long time avoiding or holding on your own.
I work with individuals and couples, including LGBTQ+ clients and people navigating different identities, relationships, and life experiences. Whether you're looking for support with anxiety, relationship struggles, personal growth, or simply a better understanding of yourself, you are welcome here.
What working together can feel like
“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)