Montana De La Cruz, LPC, LCPC

Mental Health Therapist

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

About

Mental health clinician with great organizational and communication skills. Efficient problem solver and able to deftly manage administrative functions of the practice. Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to think quickly and successfully manage difficult clients. Provides thorough answers and solutions and provides an exceptional client experience.

Experience

  • Outpatient Therapist at MSA THE CHILD AND ADOLESCENT CENTER
    Mar 2025 - Dec 2025 · 10 mos

    -Utilization of solution-focused, strength-based interventions to promote growth and autonomy in the individual -Collaboration with parents, caregivers, teachers, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care -Conducting in-person and telehealth sessions to ensure accessibility for diverse client needs

  • School-Based Therapist at Hillcrest Children & Family Center
    Nov 2021 - Mar 2025 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    - Service to multiple D.C. based high schools beginning 2021-2022 school year - Member of crisis response team to serviced D.C. schools - Engagement in weekly therapy sessions with students who request mental health services - Collaboration with Behavioral Health Team located at the schools to provide psychoeducation and services to all staff and students - Facilitation of intake interviews with students and families that incorporate multiple assessments to formulate a possible mental health diagnosis

  • Bartender Server Trainer at Busboys and Poets
    Aug 2018 - Oct 2021 · 3 yrs 3 mos

    • Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs to ensure exceptional guest experience • Operated with high integrity, built trust, and earned sustained credibility with internal and external clientele • Maintained regular contact with clients and identified opportunities to deliver added value to client relationships

  • Graduate Forensic Intern at GCL Psychological Services
    Aug 2020 - Apr 2021 · 9 mos

    • Assisted in the hiring of government employees through pre-employment assessments and interviews • Interpretation of multiple psychological assessments while under supervision • Formulation of reports incorporating results of psychological assessments and background information for government official use

  • Bar Supervisor at Miguel's Mex-Tex Ca
    Mar 2015 - Apr 2018 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    • Collaborated with team to define business requirements for organizational processes, achieve productivity standards and adhere to accuracy standards • Developed team communications and information for monthly meetings • Maintained relationships with restaurant vendors to facilitate effective inventory management and implement cost controls