May 08 2024 23 mins 2
Dr. Jennifer Montesi (mon-teasy) is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a full time private practice in the LA area. She specializes in the treatment of OCD, partner relational problems, and the overlap between couple distress and OCD. She has a particular specialty in treating Relationship OCD (or R-OCD). She spent 2 years working the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and thus is also well-versed in treating trauma, addiction, and the range of anxiety and mood disorders. In her practice, Dr. Montesi focuses on showing up in a way that is both warm and challenging with her clients and emphasizes the therapeutic relationship above all else. In addition to her work with clients, Dr. Montesi is a Clinical Associate Professor in the UCLA Department of Psychology where she supervises doctoral students in their clinical training. In her free time, Dr. Montesi loves being with her 3 young kids, baking, and being outdoors.
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