As a licensed therapist in Texas, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice is deeply committed to creating an affirming, inclusive space that honors each person's unique journey. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, trauma recovery, and personal growth.
My therapeutic approach is compassionate and client-centered, with expertise in addressing social anxiety, self-esteem challenges, communication difficulties, and identity-related concerns. I'm particularly passionate about working with LGBTQ+ individuals, those processing life changes, and people seeking deeper self-understanding.
I believe in empowering clients to develop resilience, cultivate self-love, and create meaningful personal transformation. Whether you're struggling with workplace dynamics, relationship patterns, or personal healing, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LCSW 57878
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Feels like I'm talking to a friend!
Written on Oct 02, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
She has been helpful to get me through a difficult time in my relationship.
Written on Aug 08, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I appreciate how straight to the point Michelle is, and how she has helped me realized I’m not going crazy, but rather there are legitimate roots to the challenges I’ve been facing. She has also gives me food for thought and practical steps to take to address those challenges and work through them.
Written on Jun 03, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Michelle rocks!
Written on Mar 04, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Really thankful for Michelle. She’s always there for me, and has made such a big difference in my life.
Written on Feb 22, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She's A Great Listener, And Very Informative
Written on Feb 21, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd