Monretta Vega

Monretta L. Vega, LPC-S, NCC, CHt, CPC has been working in the counseling field since August 2008. She has worked with adolescents and adults dealing with serious mental illness and substance abuse. Ms. Vega also has experience in the prevention of suicide and significant life transitions. Her passion for counseling leads her to help clients reach their life goals. With her clients she works diligently to help them develop insights for being satisfied with the life they live; knowing that each day is a new day for happiness and success. Ms. Vega graduated from Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University and holds a Doctorate from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Monretta is also a Nationally Certified Hypnotherapist and a Certified Professional Life Coach. Monretta is passionate about helping others and increase Mental Health awareness in the community.

Monretta holds a Doctorate from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Areas of specialization and interests: ADHD, Adolescent/Young Adults, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Grief/Loss Issues, Communication Skills, Individual and Personal Growth, Life Coaching, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Suicide Prevention, Substance Abuse/Dependence, Dissociative Personality Disorder, and Self-Esteem Issues.

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