- CBT techniques
- DBT strategies
- Expressive arts
About Michon
Michon Whiterose is an Alaska CSW with seven years of professional experience. She lists stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem among her main areas of work. Michon also notes a focus on guilt and shame, attachment and abandonment, body image, and related concerns that often tie into those core issues.
She approaches therapy from the view that each person knows their own story and strengths. Michon uses practical methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavioral strategies. She also includes expressive arts approaches and work developed for substance use and trauma recovery when relevant.
Michon has experience in rural behavioral health and has worked extensively with Native American and Alaska Native people. Her practice reflects that background and understanding of community contexts in Alaska. She emphasizes clear, steady steps rather than theory-heavy explanations.
Sessions typically focus on identifying patterns that keep guilt and shame active, learning concrete skills to interrupt those patterns, and practicing different ways of relating to oneself and others. Work may include communication skills, processing trauma, and strategies for substance-related struggles when they are part of the picture.
The clinician encourages collaborative decision making about goals and methods. People who come to her can expect straightforward, practical planning and use of techniques that fit their situation. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats.
How therapeutic approaches and online work connect
Michon draws on evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral approaches and dialectical behavioral strategies. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with simple experiments, which can help with anxiety, guilt, and self-critical thinking. Dialectical behavioral strategies teach skills for tolerating intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for relationship and regulation difficulties.She also integrates expressive arts methods when helpful, using creative exercises to access feelings that words alone may not reach. These exercises can open new ways to reflect on shame, body image, or experiences of trauma. Determining which combination of methods fits best is part of the work; the therapist and client decide together based on needs, goals, and preferences.
The practical advantages of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy week, shorter check-ins when needed, and options that can reduce travel time for those in rural Alaska. The original biography did not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm the available formats before booking. Licensed professionals can then match session length and pacing to everyday schedules without assuming a single standard format.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Alaska
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, attachment and abandonment, body image, and forgiveness.
How does she approach guilt and shame in sessions?
She uses practical methods like cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral techniques to identify patterns that keep guilt and shame active. Work often includes skill practice and communication strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience in behavioral health settings, including rural practice and substance use support.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an Alaska CSW and is based in Alaska.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the chosen location setting.
How do I begin working with her?
Select 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.