Michelle Spencer is a licensed mental health counselor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and relationship struggles.
01About Michelle
Michelle Spencer is a licensed mental health counselor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and relationship struggles. She also helps with self-esteem, career issues, addictions, grief, ADHD, and coping with big life changes. Michelle holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and LPCC, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota.
She has 12 years of experience working with a wide range of concerns and offers a steady, practical approach.
Background and approach
Michelle keeps conversations direct and respectful. She listens first, then helps clients set clear, manageable goals. Sessions focus on small, realistic steps that build confidence and coping skills over time.
Her style is collaborative and straightforward, not overly technical. She draws on client-centered methods to honor each person’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to spot and change unhelpful thought patterns.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are introduced for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when needed. Michelle also uses motivational interviewing to help with ambivalence and to strengthen commitment to change. She adapts methods to fit each person’s situation rather than following a rigid plan.
That means if one approach isn’t working, she will try another way that fits better. Her goal is to help people feel more capable in daily life. Michelle supports clients as they practice new skills, make decisions, and move toward clearer goals.
Taking the first step can feel hard, and she focuses on steady progress at a pace that feels doable.
02Credentials
- LPCC (Minnesota)
- License cc03400 · expires June 2026
- LMHC (New York)
- License 007805 · expires August 2028
- NPI
- 1609313717 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Michelle lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Michelle names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
These are the methods Michelle names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, listening-based relationship so clients can lead the work. It helps when someone wants supportive, collaborative conversations about life goals and self-worth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it often helps with anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and reducing impulsive reactions, useful for stress, anger, and emotional overwhelm.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they will try strategies, track progress, and adjust the plan when something is not working well. That collaborative stance helps keep therapy practical and focused on real-life changes.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls let people use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief check-ins, step-by-step coaching, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options help people fit care into busy days and different schedules while still working with a licensed professional.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and relationship difficulties, among other issues such as ADHD, grief, and workplace stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens first, then works with each person to set clear, manageable goals and practical steps.
What is her background and experience?
She has 12 years of professional experience working across many concerns, including mood disorders, addictions, and career-related stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LMHC and LPCC credentials and practices in Minnesota with licensure noted for NY LMHC and MN LPCC.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does the cost and billing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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