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Michelle Buxton, LCSW

Trauma, Abuse Grief Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue
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About me

I am a mental health practitioner with almost ten years experience as a clinician in direct service mental health private practice. Additionally, I have been a social worker for over 25 years with extensive experience in family issues, trauma, grief and loss, and adverse childhood experiences. I have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. Building on professional and personal experience, I have also recently obtained certifications for the treatment of Compassion Fatigue and Personality Disorders - with particular focus and emphasis on treatment for those impacted by a person with a diagnosed or suspected cluster B personality disorder.

Experience and education aside, I also know what it is like to be a client/patient in individual therapy. I understand the importance of objective, third party perspective and support. I know how hard it can be to take that first step. My approach is very non confrontational and supportive. It is my honor and privilege to work with individuals who are motivated to understand themselves and to change the things they identify as problematic or less than functional in their daily lives. I get great personal satisfaction from educating and assisting others. But I really value what I have learned from my clients in the process!

Professional experience

10yrs in practice
Trauma, Abuse Grief Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Family of Origin Issues, First Responder Issues, Post-traumatic stress

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

IL LCSW 149.012607

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Michelle Buxton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Michelle has helped me so much in my journey and I cannot thank her enough for her patience and expertise. She is so easy to talk to and an amazing listener. She is also very observant and provides a fresh perspective on the issue. She is just outstanding!!

Written on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief

She’s awesome and responds so much I love it

Written on Aug 26, 2021 after therapy with Michelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem