- ACT principles
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
About Michele
Dr. Michele Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Louisiana with 15 years of experience. She works with teens and adults who are facing major life changes, and she lists concerns like stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, career questions, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and guilt and shame.
She focuses on practical steps that fit daily life. She begins with an assessment and then chooses approaches that fit the person and problem. Sessions include working on coping skills, problem solving, and clearer communication. She aims to make therapy felt as useful rather than abstract.
Her background includes many years in social work across varied settings. That experience informs how she helps people navigate transitions such as starting college, changing jobs, moving, divorce, retirement, adoption and foster care adjustments, immigration, and the loss of a loved one. She notes that even positive changes can create anxiety and stress.
Her ways of working draw on multiple approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. She assesses needs first and then blends techniques that seem most likely to help with the goals the person brings.
Practical matters are part of how she works. She can help strengthen coping tools, build problem-solving habits, and practice communication skills people can use after sessions end. People who are juggling life transitions or wrestling with guilt or shame may find this approach straightforward and goal-oriented.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them control behavior. It focuses on clarifying values and taking small, guided actions that match what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. These skills can be practiced between sessions to address anxiety, low mood, and guilt. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete techniques for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving communication, which can help when strong emotions or relationship conflict are present.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist uses an initial assessment and then collaborates with the person to pick methods that fit their goals and daily life. That decision is revisited as needed so the plan stays relevant and useful.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, make scheduling simpler, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online meetings can also let someone engage from a quieter spot, avoid travel time, or use a phone call if video is difficult. The therapist will discuss practical setup and which approach will best fit the client's needs and schedule.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, eating issues, career questions, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and feelings of guilt and shame.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses an eclectic approach and selects methods after an initial assessment. Sessions focus on building coping skills, problem solving, and practical communication strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working primarily with teens and adults through life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and practices in Louisiana.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost 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?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.