- ACT and CBT approaches
- Attachment based work
- Client centered style
About Michele
Michele Koenes is a Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of experience. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and family of origin issues.
She has practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Michele has experience with young adults, adults, and older adults. Before counseling she worked as a litigation attorney and as a teacher, which influenced how she listens and communicates with people.
Michele’s style is collaborative and responsive. She pays attention to each person’s personality and pace. Sessions focus on what the client wants to work on and move toward practical steps.
Clinically she draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. That means conversations can include noticing unhelpful thoughts, practicing new skills, and looking at patterns tied to early family relationships.
People who come for help with grief, parenting strain, substance concerns, eating and sleeping problems, or coping with life changes find concrete strategies and steady conversational support. Michele also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and body image.
She practices in Michigan and offers sessions in English. Before scheduling, readers should confirm which session formats are currently offered so they know how therapy will be delivered.
How Michele’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts. It can help with anxiety, depression, and stress related to family patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for managing anxiety, mood, and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relationship patterns and how they show up now, which can be particularly relevant for family of origin concerns and communication issues.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Michele will discuss these methods and work with the client to decide what fits their goals and preferences. Clients can expect adjustments over time based on what is helping and what feels manageable.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and keeping regular appointments when travel is difficult. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the current options before booking so you know how sessions will be conducted. Online work can allow for shorter check-ins, flexible timing around work or caregiving, and easier access when in-person visits are not convenient.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Michigan, California, New Hampshire
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family origins?
She helps people explore how family of origin issues affect current relationships and behaviors. Topics can include attachment patterns, abandonment, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her work is collaborative and client-centered. She uses ACT, CBT, attachment-based ideas, and DBT skills depending on the situation.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds the credentials LMSW and LCSW and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are used for therapy?
Confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Check the booking flow to see which formats are available.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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