I am a mental health therapist licensed with a masters degree in Michigan with over 25 years of experience working as a crisis intervention and clinical social worker . I have worked with adult clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, homelessness, domestic violence, grief/loss, emotional abuse, and career challenges.
My therapy style is personable ,genuine, and interactive. I believe in treating my clients and anyone with kindness, respect, and attentiveness. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive, motivational interviewing , and patient centered techniques. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels . I also involve my clients in the treatment plan with my professional recommendation and guidance.
I am here to support, empower, and provide therapy to my future clients who want to live and achieve a happier and more fulling life. I will guide you along the way and provide ongoing hope and encouragement.
I look forward to working with you soon.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, HIV / AIDS, Isolation / loneliness, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Prejudice and discrimination, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
MI LMSW 6801062272
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Michele Stewart. 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.
Michele is very open and genuine during our sessions. Her expertise and her life experience helps put things into perspective and creates a support system for the many challenges in life.
Written on Jun 22, 2023 after therapy with Michele for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Michele Stewart was so helpful in providing support when dealing with grief and PTSD. She is very supportive, encouraging, and empowering. I highly recommend her!
Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Michele for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Very personable and friendly, provides practical advice and worksheets, very timely with responses. Highly recommend!
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Michele for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Michelle listens and tries to support the process, the underlying themes and provide suggestions toward progress.
Written on Nov 05, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
excellent!
Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Helpful this far. We're just starting and allowing time to get to know each other
Written on Aug 06, 2022 after therapy with Michele for 2 weeks