Michelle Perkins , LCSW, LISW

Michelle Perkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 12 years of clinical experience. She focuses on common life struggles like anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship or intimacy concerns. Michelle aims to create a straightforward, supportive space where people can talk through problems and set achievable goals.

Her approach blends practical techniques with steady support. She uses client-centered methods to follow each person's pace and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools help identify and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used for emotion regulation and managing intense feelings.

Michelle also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy techniques to address connection and attachment concerns. Mindfulness methods are offered to reduce reactivity and improve focus in daily life. She adapts these approaches to meet the specific needs and goals each person brings to sessions.

Michelle has worked with people facing a wide range of issues, including trauma and abuse, parenting strain, caregiver stress, chronic illness, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, bipolar challenges, and fertility-related stress. She also supports those navigating family-of-origin problems, codependency, and substance use concerns.

Sessions are offered from Florida and conducted in English. Michelle emphasizes education, empowerment, and empathy while helping people build practical skills for coping and change.

How Michelle Uses Talk Therapy Online

Michelle blends client-centered work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and following the person's pace, helping people feel heard and decide goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety or depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Michelle will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and what feels most comfortable. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for skill practice and deeper work. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth or camera use is a problem. Live chat and messaging can support quick check-ins, brief coaching, or maintaining momentum between longer visits. These options aim to make therapy practical and easier to fit into a busy schedule.