- Focus on sleep
- Values and action
- Mindful tools
About Michelle
Michelle Lake is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Michigan. She brings a practical, warm approach to therapy and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and life transitions.
She has four years of clinical experience working with depression, relationship concerns, parenting strains, ADHD, addiction, and people who have experienced physical or emotional trauma. Michelle emphasizes respectful, compassionate care and adapts conversations to each person's situation.
In sessions she mixes straightforward thinking tools with mindfulness and acceptance-based ideas. That means working on patterns of thought and behavior, while also noticing feelings and values that matter most to a person. Sessions are interactive and paced to the client's needs.
Michelle helps people break down problems into small, doable steps. She uses methods from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and client-centered work to guide that process. She also draws on existential and mindfulness perspectives to support meaning-making and emotional regulation.
Her style is calm and direct, aiming to give practical skills and clearer options for day-to-day life. If someone wants to start, they can use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can help with anxiety, sleep struggles, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing behaviors that keep problems going, which is useful for depression, anxiety, and sleep patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, respect, and collaboration to build insight and self-direction.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, and then try methods that seem to fit. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions to everyday needs and priorities.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people practice skills in their usual routines and bring real-life sleep or stress issues into the conversation for immediate problem solving.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michelle commonly address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, depression, relationship issues, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, addiction, ADHD, grief, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is warm and interactive. She blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with acceptance and mindfulness work and focuses on practical steps clients can try between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She is a licensed professional counselor with four years of experience working with a wide range of mental health and life concerns, including trauma and addiction.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Michigan.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.