I am a Ph.D. level therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia and New York. I have 30 years of experience in the field of social work, human services, and counseling. I am a Certified Anger Management Specialist (CAMS-II). My therapeutic approach involves “meeting the person where they are.” I am committed to helping clients understand their life challenges and assisting them in working toward reducing or resolving the internal or external challenges. I believe treatment is successful when clients actively develop their treatment goals.
I have worked with a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress issues, relationship issues, parent-child conflict/parenting problems, and trauma. I provide services using a holistic approach throughout the entire treatment process. All treatment modalities address the mind, body, and spirit. My integrative treatment philosophy considers the client’s biological, psychological, emotional, spiritual, and social needs.
I look forward to meeting you to discuss your “journey.”
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
NY LCSW R057551
GA LCSW CSW005166
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Dr. Balthrope is a very professional, knowledgeable and empathetic therapist with a great sense of humour. She hands down saved my marriage and gave me valuable tips on how to navigate difficult life situations. 5 stars!!!
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Michele for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I really made some major changes in my life with Dr. Balthrope. She is kind, understanding and very knowledgeable! I would recommend her to anyone!!
Written on Jan 28, 2023 after therapy with Michele for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Extremely clinically informed, person centered and compassionate.
Written on Dec 02, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Balthrope is a very practical and patient therapist, I was very comfortable to talk to her about my anxiety, family related issues, self-esteem problems and thanks to her I made a lot of progress. After the first few sessions I knew that she's gonna be perfect, because I felt the her trust in me, how energetic she is and how much joy she gets from helping others. She helped me through switching jobs, getting my diploma while dealing with weakened relationships in the family, divorced parents. She gave me lots of practical advice that I can use in my life long after the end of our sessions.
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Dr Balthrope is a kind and empathetic therapist well-versed in a number of therapeutic approaches. Highly recommend!
Written on Jan 10, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Balthorpe is super professional and supports my needs very well. During our sessions, she supports me with her wisdom and I find that I spend time the following days thinking about our sessions and how I can implement the variety of things I take away from the experience. As a result, I’m able to relate better with family members and be a better mom while also finding ways to balance my needs and self-care. Highly recommend!
Written on Jan 02, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 1 month on issues concerning parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes