Montez Z. Uigaese
Summary
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist seeking a clinical position to continue developing therapeutic and clinical skills while providing compassionate, client-centered care and educating individuals, couples, and families about the importance of mental health to support emotional wellness and personal growth.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Therapist
Corpus Christi Medical Center, Bayview Behavioral
Corpus Christi, Texas
08.2022 - 12.2023
Completed Psychosocial Assessments with patients within 48 hours of admission. Collaborated with lead therapist and attended staff meetings to complete treatment planning and discharge planning. Lead and co-lead inpatient adolescent process group therapy, adolescent-family sessions, and adult and geriatric process and skills group therapy through a Cognitive Behavioral, Rational Emotive Behavior, Dialectical Behavioral, and Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy approach
Student Therapist
TAMU-CC Counseling and Training Clinic
Corpus Christi, Texas
01.2023 - 12.2023
Completed client intakes, consent/assent forms, and appointment confirmation calls. Lead individual, adolescent, and couples counseling sessions from a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Gottman Approach. Co-Lead Family Night Out community outreaches which provided families with psychoeducation on communication, empathy, gratitude, mindfulness, etc. Completed Safety Planning, Risk Assessments, and Assessment of Harm, OQ45-YOQ45 Assessments in sessions with clients to monitor possibility of harm and progress of the client(s).
Education
Master of Science - Public Relations
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminology-Corrections
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2020
High School Diploma -
Saint Anthony High School
Long Beach05-2016
Certification
- Certificate in Serving At-Risk Youth
- Level 1 Gottman Method Training
Volunteer Work
Malamalama O Le Lalolagi, Carson, CA
2016 - Present
- Serving as a youth leader and mentor to overlook children and youth programs that promote cultural, educational, and spiritual growth.
Boys2MenGirls2Women, Fresno, CA
01/2020 - 05/2020
- Volunteered as a tutor in mathematics and English to K–12 students, supporting academic development, skill-building, and improved comprehension. Served as a mentor for at-risk youth by offering guidance, encouragement, and consistent support to promote academic engagement and personal growth
Every Neighborhood Partnership, Fresno, CA
01/2020 - 05/2020
- Served as a volunteer by assisting with Saturday Sports programs at various elementary and middle schools by setting up equipment, supervising participants, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children during recreational activities.
Care Fresno, Fresno, CA
02/2020 - 05/2020
- Volunteered with Teen Nights, engaging youth through Bible study, group activities, games, and movie nights while providing supervision, structure, and support to promote positive social interaction and safe participation.
Other Work Experience
Coach 01/2026 - Present
Saint Anthony High School, Long Beach, CA
- Currently coaching high school indoor and beach volleyball, focusing on skill development, mental performance, and game strategy. Planned and led structured practices, incorporated weight training programs, and created team schedules to support athlete development and competitive performance.
Coach 05/2024 - 12/2024
Mary Star of the Sea High School, San Pedro, CA
- Coached high school indoor volleyball with a focus on skill development, mental performance, and game strategy. Planned and led structured practices, incorporated strength and conditioning through weight training, and created team schedules to support athlete development and competitive readiness.
Graduate Assistant 02/2022 - 12/2022
TAMU-CC Islanders Women's Volleyball, Corpus Christi, TX
- Served as a Graduate Assistant for university volleyball, participating in coaching staff meetings focused on recruiting, practice planning, and program scheduling. Assisted in developing and implementing practice plans, contributed to athlete development during training sessions, and helped prepare and organize gym space and equipment for daily team activities. Directed and coached at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi volleyball summer camps, leading skill instruction, drills, and team activities for youth and high school athletes.
Coach 09/2020 - 12/2023
Corpus Christi Storm Volleyball Club, Corpus Christi, TX
- Head Coach of a 17's National Volleyball Team, creating and leading practice plans focused on skill development, strategy, and mental performance. Coached athletes in competitive training environments and directed volleyball clinics to teach fundamentals and improve overall player development.
Timeline
Student Therapist
TAMU-CC Counseling and Training Clinic
01.2023 - 12.2023
Student Therapist
Corpus Christi Medical Center, Bayview Behavioral
08.2022 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Public Relations
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Bachelor of Science - Criminology-Corrections
California State University, Fresno
High School Diploma -
Saint Anthony High School