MONTANA MOUNTAIN THERAPY, LLC

Julie Lagonera, MA, LPC, RYT 200

About Me

After 10 years working in a variety of mental health settings, attending trainings, and participating in healing experiences across the globe, it is a dream come true to have started my private practice, Montana Mountain Therapy, LLC, in October 2022.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping others process difficult life experiences and find healing through connection, inner exploration, and bodily awareness. I utilize a holistic and eclectic approach to therapy in order to individualize treatment to meet your unique needs. Some therapy modalities I commonly utilize include person centered therapy, somatic trauma therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), humanistic therapy, and reality therapy.

In addition to receiving my Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling from Centenary University in 2017, I am a mindfulness practitioner certified in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy (2021) and hold a 20o hour Kundalini Yoga Training Certificate (2018). I have also completed the Gottman Level 1 couples counseling training and am regularly involved in continuing education trainings in order to fine tune my therapeutic techniques to better serve my clients.

My work experience ranges from private practice to community mental health, school counseling, in home & community crisis intervention, and outpatient counseling. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan (ages 5-70+) dealing with a variety of challenges including trauma, mental health diagnoses, life transitions, depression/anxiety, and relationship conflicts to name a few.

I believe that therapy does not only need to be reserved for someone who is actively struggling or in crisis, and it can be a wonderful tool for increasing self-awareness and preventative maintenance for living a life of well-being. I provide a safe space for you in a non-judgmental atmosphere to address whatever it is you wish to bring to therapy.

It has been shown that the therapeutic relationship between a therapist and client is a large indicator for successful outcomes, and I have found that developing trust and being genuine with my clients throughout the therapy process is of utmost importance. It is common to experience discomfort when beginning therapy, and I will provide you with the support and tools that you need in a compassionate, safe environment for you to grow in.

Finding the right therapist to fit your needs is important. If you are feeling called to start therapy and think I could be the right fit for you, I welcome you to reach out to me and we can discuss your goals and how I can best help you.