- Practical coping skills
- Trauma and abuse focus
- Mindfulness based approaches
About Michelle
She trained in social work and has practiced for 25 years. Michelle earned a Master of Social Work from Georgia State University after completing a Bachelor of Psychology at Penn State University. She has held a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential since 2012 and has been a master's-level therapist since 2001.
Her experience spans inpatient crisis stabilization, residential settings, and outpatient therapy. Over the years she has worked with a wide range of people, including children, teens, adults, and older adults. Core clinical concerns include abuse and trauma, mood disorders, personality concerns, substance use, family conflict, and life transitions.
In sessions she focuses on increasing insight, teaching practical coping strategies, and offering education about patterns that maintain problems. Expect straightforward conversation, skill-building, and steps you can use between sessions. Michelle also draws on mindfulness and motivation-based techniques to help people make sustainable changes.
Her work addresses many related issues such as codependency, communication problems, caregiver stress, anger, self-esteem, and career concerns. She also supports people dealing with abandonment, isolation, and seeking life purpose.
How her approaches fit with online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes being heard and respected. It focuses on the person's own goals and helps people find their own solutions through supportive conversation and reflection.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and skill practice to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful habits.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, known as DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better ways to relate to others. It can help with strong emotions, impulsivity, and relationship struggles.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before to decide which methods to emphasize. Clients and therapist can adjust the plan over time based on progress and changing needs.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow check-ins that focus on skill practice. Online work also makes it easier to try shorter or more frequent sessions when that better supports learning and coping.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addiction, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship problems, and self-esteem struggles.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is practical and client-centered, focusing on insight, skills, and education to manage symptoms and life challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience and has been a master's-level therapist since 2001.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida and holds a Master of Social Work degree.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.