Idalia Montanez Miranda PLLC

Idalia Montañez, Psy.D.

I am a Licensed Psychologist approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), Provider #0497104. I specialize in behavioral health and psychological evaluations for Spanish-speaking injured workers. My expertise includes:

 

  • Bilingual and culturally competent support

  • Objective, evidence-based evaluations

  • Compassionate, client-centered care

 

 

My Approach

 

I combine evidence-based psychological practices with personalized care. Whether through therapy, behavioral health interventions, or independent psychological evaluations, my focus is on helping injured workers:

 

  • Heal physically and emotionally

  • Manage stress, anxiety, or depression

  • Improve coping skills and resilience

  • Navigate the industrial insurance system with confidence

 

All services are conducted entirely in Spanish, bridging the language gap between workers and other providers in the L&I system.

 

 

Professional Background

 

I bring over 20 years of clinical and academic experience, including:

 

  • Licensed Psychologist in Washington State and Florida

  • Behavioral Health Consultant in multidisciplinary medical settings

  • Psychological assessment and therapy for occupationally injured workers

  • College and university teaching in psychology, counseling, and human development

  • National Health Service Corps alumna

 

Clinical Experience Highlights:

 

  • Private practice serving injured workers via telehealth

  • Behavioral health consulting in community health centers, helping primary care providers manage chronic conditions and mental health concerns

  • Telehealth and in-person psychological evaluations and therapy for workers’ compensation cases

  • Supporting children, adolescents, and adults with co-occurring medical and mental health conditions

 

 

Education & Training

 

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.), accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), and completed advanced clinical training through a comprehensive internship program. My foundational education also includes a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, providing a strong grounding in human behavior and mental health.

 

Professional Development:

 

  • Extensive training in behavioral health interventions, psychological assessment, and psychotherapy

  • Specialized preparation for working with injured workers in occupational health and workers’ compensation settings

  • Received a Certificate of Completion from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Institute for Learning, Education and Development, for completing the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5) Clinician Training, an evidence-based assessment training focused on the administration and scoring of the CAPS-5 PTSD diagnostic interview​

  • Ongoing education in evidence-based treatments and clinical best practices

 

 

Academic & Teaching Experience

 

I have over seven years of university-level teaching experience, instructing both undergraduate and graduate students in subjects including:

 

  • Abnormal Psychology

  • Child and Adolescent Counseling & Assessment

  • Life-Span Development

  • Social Psychology and Human Development

 

I have also supervised interns, peer educators, and early-career clinicians, sharing my expertise in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, and behavioral health interventions.

 

 

Publications & Community Involvement

 

  • Published articles on workplace mental health, coping skills, and psychobiology

  • Presented at conferences and workshops on psychological treatments, childhood disorders, and cancer coping strategies

  • Developed community programs supporting families of children with cancer and other mental health initiatives

 

 

Languages & Technology

 

  • Fully bilingual in English and Spanish

  • Skilled in telehealth platforms and EHR systems

  • Experienced in online and hybrid teaching technology

 

 

Why Choose Me

 

  • Expertise in Spanish-speaking workers’ health and recovery

  • L&I-approved services for workers’ compensation claims

  • I have completed specialized training in the administration of the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5) through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The CAPS-5 is widely regarded as the gold-standard structured clinical interview for assessing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • Compassionate, personalized, and culturally sensitive care

  • Objective psychological evaluations and evidence-based treatment

  • Support in navigating the industrial insurance system

 

 

 

I am here to guide and support you through your recovery, entirely in Spanish, helping you feel understood, empowered, and confident in your path forward.

 

 

Víctor Meléndez, M.A., M.Ed.

Víctor is Dr. Montañez's "right hand." He holds graduate degrees in industrial-organizational psychology and English as a second language, and has years of experience as a university instructor of psychological statistics. He is also a visual artist, with works in European and U.S.-American collections. A lover of languages, he is currently a student of Italian, the language of Dante and Petrarca, Verdi and Puccini.