- Practical coping tools
- Strengths-based support
- Workplace focus
About Michelle
Michelle uses straightforward conversation to clarify what matters most to each person. She helps people build coping strategies for day-to-day stress, manage burnout or compassion fatigue, and address workplace worries. Sessions also cover relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, and issues around illness and caregiving.
Her work often supports people navigating a cancer diagnosis, chronic illness, or end-of-life planning, and she draws on experience with hospice and caregiver stress to make those talks more manageable. She also addresses body image, money pressures, loneliness, and finding life purpose.
Michelle primarily uses client-centered methods to follow the person’s lead and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. She aims to create clear, actionable steps each week, tailored to the client’s goals and pace.
Based in Illinois, Michelle works in a manner that respects each person’s experience and readiness for change. She encourages small, achievable shifts that add up over time. People who want practical tools paired with empathetic listening often find this approach helpful.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Illinois, Florida
Languages
English
How her approaches fit online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what the person says matters most. It helps people feel heard, name their goals, and decide what to work on first. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and handle workplace stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through goals, preferences, and day-to-day limits to choose methods that fit. That process is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins between longer appointments. It can also make it simpler to attend when managing illness or caregiving duties. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work in remote sessions so clients keep building skills between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Michelle address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, career issues, grief, and coping with life changes. Other areas include compassion fatigue, workplace problems, and caregiving stress.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered, meaning she follows the client's priorities and listens closely. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to work on thoughts and behaviors that cause distress.
How many years of experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with people in clinical settings and community care.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCSW and is based in Illinois. The profile lists both IL LCSW and FL LCSW as credential details.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not specify which formats are used.
How does pricing work for therapy with this clinician?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Michelle?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.