- Empathy first
- Goal oriented
- Skill based
About Michelle
She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, and trauma. She also helps with relationship concerns, grief, parenting strain, and identity-related issues. Additional areas include body image, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and ADHD-related challenges.
In sessions she brings empathy and a practical mindset. Conversations are aimed at understanding what matters most and building strategies that people can use between meetings. She often blends talk-based work with skills practice and short exercises tailored to each person's situation.
Michelle draws on several approaches to shape treatment. Client-centered work keeps the focus on the persons values and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that get in the way. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness tools add skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
Her practice is grounded in helping people make steady, manageable change. She emphasizes collaboration and clear next steps so progress can be tracked. People who want a practical, empathetic approach may find her style a good fit.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida, New York
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches shape online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building therapy around what matters most to the person. It helps when people want a therapist who follows their lead and clarifies personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors link to mood and actions, and it helps with anxiety, depression, and habit change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which is useful for high emotion and crisis moments.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means plans may change over time as progress unfolds and new challenges appear.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow regular check-ins during work breaks or between appointments. It also makes it simpler to continue care during relocation within the same region. Ask about the specific session options when you schedule so you know what will work best for your routine.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Michelle address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, grief, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. She also supports work around ADHD, codependency, body image, chronic illness and related areas.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-centered and practical. Sessions focus on empathy, clear goals, and building simple skills you can use outside of therapy.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW credentials and practices in Florida. Her credential is listed as LCSW.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Michelle?
Use the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.
Before you get in touch
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