Michelle Gibbs-Parrish , LCSW

Michelle Gibbs-Parrish is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Florida with 15 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma, and grief. Michelle frames clients as the experts in their own stories and works alongside them to build on strengths and move toward change.

Her approach is practical and down-to-earth. She uses clear, everyday language during sessions and helps people learn skills they can use between meetings. Clients are invited to set goals and try manageable steps rather than take on everything at once.

Michelle draws from several therapeutic methods to match what each person needs. She often uses acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values and build committed action. Cognitive behavioral tools are used to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Emotion-focused approaches help when relationship wounds and strong feelings are central concerns.

People come to her for a wide range of issues, including substance and alcohol concerns, mood disorders, compulsive behaviors, codependency, and struggles with shame or emptiness. She also supports those navigating communication problems, infidelity, jealousy, and life purpose questions.

Sessions are offered in English and delivered through video, phone, chat, or text formats. Michelle uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules sessions based on therapist availability.

Therapeutic approaches and online options

Michelle often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify what matters most and take small actions toward those values. ACT focuses on accepting difficult feelings while committing to chosen life directions, which can help with anxiety, low mood, and life transitions.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and test new behaviors. CBT offers concrete tools for managing anxiety, mood swings, compulsions, and problems that get in the way of daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Michelle will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and personal style. That collaborative process can include blending techniques and checking in regularly to see what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let conversations feel close to in-person work, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a camera is not wanted. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, skills practice, or when a shorter interaction fits someone’s schedule. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and use therapy around work, caregiving, or other commitments.