- Stress and anxiety
- Self-esteem work
- Relationship patterns
About Michelle
Michelle Velez is an Ohio LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker with 14 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Michelle also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, and substance-related problems.
Michelle listens for the practical problems behind heavy feelings. She helps people name what is most pressing and work on steps they can try between sessions. Conversations often cover communication patterns, boundaries, and responses that keep people stuck in shame or guilt.
Her background includes supporting clients through divorce, separation, caregiver stress, and workplace-related strain. She pays attention to how past relationships affect current trust and closeness. When substance use or domestic violence are part of the story, she makes space to untangle safety, coping, and next steps.
Sessions aim to break complicated problems into clearer, manageable pieces. Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address dissociation, dependent or avoidant patterns, and feelings of emptiness. She helps people practice different ways of relating and responding to triggers.
Michelle brings a multicultural perspective to her work and notes particular focus on women’s issues and the stresses that come from workplace roles. She supports clients who want to rebuild self-respect and repair relationships with clearer communication and steadier boundaries.
People beginning work with her are asked to identify immediate concerns and realistic goals. That helps shape a plan that fits their daily life and obligations, with attention to small, practical changes rather than quick fixes.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address relationship patterns and emotional symptoms. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful interaction patterns and practicing new communication skills to reduce conflict and isolation. This approach helps with relationship difficulties, codependency, and problems that stem from attachment wounds.Another practical technique she employs looks at stress, anxiety, and depression through manageable behavior changes and coping skills. That work involves breaking daily habits into small experiments, tracking reactions, and adjusting strategies that reduce overwhelm and increase steadier functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. She collaborates with each person to pick methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions include checking what works, adapting methods, and agreeing on next steps together.
The original profile does not list which session formats she provides, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible to continue work during life transitions while the therapist and client test what helps most.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment issues, abandonment, codependency, and substance-related problems.
How would she describe her therapy style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation to help people identify what’s keeping them stuck. Sessions focus on communication, boundaries, and steps to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relational concerns. That experience includes work with workplace stress, caregiver strain, and relationship change.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker licensed in Ohio and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to learn whether phone or video sessions are offered.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform for exact pricing details for your area.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the "See online therapy options" button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the process of connecting and planning next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.