Ok, Hear Me Out Podcast

Our Mission

Our mission is to demystify the world of therapy by offering honest, accessible conversations about mental health care - and other random stuff. As two experienced therapists, we aim to educate listeners on what therapy is (and isn’t), explore different types of therapists and modalities, and share both the strengths and challenges of the field - empowering people to make informed choices about their mental health.

On this podcast, we cut through the noise with honest, unfiltered conversations about mental health. We don’t sugarcoat the tough stuff, and we’re not afraid to challenge the status quo - or ruffle a few feathers. Expect real talk, practical insights, and the kind of blunt honesty you won’t often hear anywhere else.

About The Hosts

Melissa Montello

Melissa is an LPC who’s not just read the textbook - she’s lived the chapters. With personal experience in trauma, she brings real talk and deep empathy to her work with CPTSD, grief, and infertility. Melissa’s all about breaking the silence, dropping the shame, and helping people rewrite their own stories. She’s unapologetically honest and always up for a laugh.

Ashley Garcia

Ashley is an LMFT who knows relationships inside and out - whether it’s people or horses. While her own trauma story is lighter, she’s a pro at guiding others through the heavy stuff, specializing in trauma recovery, relationship issues, and equine therapy. Ashley’s approach is warm, direct, and a little bit feisty. She’s passionate about making therapy empowering.

Business partners since 2021 - and best friends in and out of the office - we believe knowledge is power and want to empower both clients and therapists to talk openly about the therapy field. What started as just the two of us in a cozy office has grown into a thriving practice with 12 amazing therapists, from student interns to fully licensed clinicians. We don’t just work together - we love paddle boarding, hiking, paintball, beach trips, and all kinds of adventures. For us, building a supportive, stigma-free space for healing and real conversations is more than a job; it’s our passion and our friendship in action.

Coming Soon!