Professional Endorsements
Words about Olga Montgomery, LCSW, CAGCS, provided freely and with no formal professional affiliation by colleagues and training attendees.
“Olga honors grief in all its forms. I've had the chance to see her work up close with women who are grieving, and what stands out most is how genuine and steady she is in that space.
Being with Olga feels a bit like curling up on the couch with your feet tucked underneath you and a warm cup of tea in your hands. There's no pressure to be any certain way-- an open invitation to show up exactly as you are, wherever you are in your process. She brings thoughtful, research-informed guidance about grief, but never in a way that feels clinical or distant, always grounded in connection.
When I need someone to sit with a client or someone I care about in grief, Olga's is the number I share without hesitation.”
Amanda Campbell, PhD
Assessment Psychologist
Owner of Campbell Psychological Wellness“I can't recall a recent training I have taken that was so rich with helpful ideas and concepts. I was impressed by your ability to respond to questions/chats in the moment without missing a beat, and your ACT knowledge and grief therapy expertise was evident throughout.”
Nick Mann, LPC
Grief and Trauma Therapist
Owner of Reflection Point Counseling“Olga knows what it means to meet people where they are when they are going through the toughest times of life. She welcomes her clients from all stages of life who are navigating loss into a space that is warm & healing, where they will be held and heard.”
Rebekah Lowenstein, LCSW
Infant Loss Specialist, EMDR Therapist
Owner of Blue Sky Counseling“Olga Montgomery, LCSW, is a talented, compassionate therapist who specializes in grief therapy with women. She is highly trained, theoretically-grounded, and works with evidence-based strategies for helping women through various life stages of grief.”
Jan Altman, PhD, LCP
Heartmath Clinical Practitioner & Counselor“Olga Montgomery is one of the most furiously sincere and compassionate people you will ever meet. She is reliable and trustworthy and makes good on her promises. I refer many clients to her because I know she has a heart for the important work she does and I know she cares so deeply for the folks in the community she serves.
Reamey Belski
End of Life Doula, Certified Dementia Consultant
Owner of Crossover Doula Services“Olga offers compassionate, grounded care for women navigating grief. She honors the complexity of loss and creates space for healing, meaning, and connection. Her work is thoughtful, community-centered, and deeply attuned to each client's lived experience.”
Kara Weiland, LCSW, PMH-C
Maternal Mental Health Therapist
Owner of Yellow Bird Counseling & Wellness“I really enjoyed the last training that you did. You are incredible, warm, and generous. You shared the recording of the training with those of us who could not stay for the full training. I don't know anyone who does that and asks for nothing in return.”
Mona Mittal, PhD, LCMFT
Associate Professor of Family Science
University of Maryland College Park, School of Public Health“Olga is someone I refer others to with confidence! She has a high of level expertise in supporting women in their grief. This paired with her deep compassion and authenticity makes her someone I would trust her with caring for my own friends and family.”
Seth Criner, LPC
Trauma Therapist & EMDRIA-Approved Consultant
Owner of White Stone Counseling Center“Olga is an extremely skilled and compassionate therapist who excels in supporting women during their grief journeys. I would highly recommend Olga to anyone seeking support during their grief, whether it be in individual or group settings.”
Ann Nost, LCSW, PMH-C
Perinatal Loss & Trauma Therapist
Clinician at Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington“I met Olga at a networking event and immediately connected. She is singular as a human and a grief therapist. She is someone I have no concerns in referring clients to and consistently share her group offerings within my company.
When I experienced my own loss, Olga a very a grounding presence. She navigated the space of showing up as a friend who is knowledgeable about grief instead of going into therapist mode.
Generally, she has a steadiness, peace, and serenity about her that I have yet to experience elsewhere.”
Lauren Anderson, MEd, LPC-S
Owner of Eirene Counseling“Olga is a compassionate counselor with the natural ability to connect with clients on a deep level and truly understand their pain. The combination of bereavement knowledge, clinical expertise with her genuine desire to help others is truly heart felt.”
Melanie Renault, LCSW
Grief Therapist
Owner of Every Mind Matters
