I have worked as a mental health and substance abuse counselor for over 25 years. I've been a master's level licensed therapist since 2001 and have held my LCSW in Florida since 2012. I graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelors degree in psychology and from Georgia State University with a Master of Social Work degree. I've worked with a wide range of diverse populations including children, teens, adults, and geriatrics in inpatient crisis stabilization, residential, and outpatient therapy settings. I've worked with individuals, couples and families. My core experience is in treating abuse/ trauma issues, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse, family conflict, and life transitions. My primary focus is on helping my clients gain insight, education, and coping strategies to overcome the challenges they are facing in their lives.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LCSW SW10918
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So thankful for Ms. Michelle Boyles. She makes me feel comfortable to express my feeling and helps me work through them all. No matter how long it takes, she is always patient and offers help in the best way possible.
Written on Dec 31, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Michelle is at once thoughtful, intuitive, strategic, and practical. I always feel heard, seen, and understood. She has a wonderful technique that seamlessly combines different therapeutic approaches that still feels like a natural organic progression of healing and awareness. She is a lot of fun and has a great sense of humor. She is also very honest and straightforward and never relying on me to answer my own questions when I am seeking input from her. All in all I am extremely satisfied. I think she is fantastic! I’m so glad that better help identified her as a match with my needs. Thanks so much!
Written on Sep 16, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
First time I've ever felt like I'm being heard while seeing a counselor. She knows what she's doing and is comfortable to talk to and she listens. Positive attitude and she takes the time to break things down with me so i can better understand the issues I'm dealing with. Provides excercises ect.. to better help me apply all those resolutions to my daily life for better recovery/results.
Written on Aug 05, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I love her vibe. She gives off genuine interest. She's got this sweet, soothing southern voice that just puts me at ease. I'm still new with her, but first impression is TOP NOTCH!
Written on Jul 06, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Michelle Boyles is an AMAZING support, guide, and cheerleader! I’m so grateful to have found her. I appreciate her down-to-earth, straight forward approach. Through my tears and laughter, she has been a great listener and helps me bring things into a healthy perspective. She is definitely a part of my journey for the long-haul!
Written on Jun 28, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
I am truly blessed to have worked with Michelle Boyles. She is genuine and sincere. Her compassion allows you to feel comfortable with sharing information and receiving the help she provides. I have discovered so many things about myself and ways to enhance my inner self. Im very grateful. Michelle Boyles is amazing!!!
Written on May 24, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes