Psychological Services for Spanish-Speaking Injured Workers in Washington
Dr. Idalia Montañez is a licensed psychologist in Washington with specialized experience providing care to workers experiencing psychological difficulties related to workplace injuries, occupational illnesses, disability, and the recovery and return-to-work process.
Her practice is exclusively dedicated to serving eligible Spanish-speaking patients in Washington via telehealth.
Sessions are offered exclusively in Spanish. Clinical services are not provided in English.
Experience with Washington's Workers' Compensation System
Dr. Montañez has experience working with patients whose services are related to claims administered by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I).
Her practice understands the clinical and administrative considerations that may accompnay psychological treatment within the workers' compensation system.
Having an L&I claim does not mean that all services are automatically authorized or covered. Authorization, eligibility, and continuation of treatment depend on the requirements applicable to each claim.
Care in Spanish
Receiving psychological care in the language in which a person can express themselves most precisely can be especially important when discussing:
- emotional symptoms;
- traumatic experiences;
- pain and disability;
- anxiety and depression;
- work-related difficulties;
- changes in the ability to work;
- recovery following an injury;
- adjustment to a new work or personal situation.
Our Approach
The goal of treatment is to provide professional psychological care based on each patient's clinical needs and within the scope of authorized services.
Dr. Montañez maintains independent clinical judgment and does not guarantee the approval of a claim, specific benefits, lost-time compensation, financial compensation, or any particular outcome of a claim.