- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and IFS informed
About Michelle
Michelle Lakefield is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, anger, and other emotional challenges. She also addresses issues such as ADHD, depression, eating concerns, intimacy-related issues, and topics tied to family of origin. Michelle speaks English and accepts international clients.
Her approach centers on listening and helping people say what matters to them. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to support a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviors that maintain worry or low mood. Solution-Focused Therapy helps set clear, short-term goals, and Internal Family Systems offers a way to talk about different parts of oneself.
Sessions emphasize practical steps and clearer thinking. Michelle helps clients notice how family patterns shape current choices and relationships. She talks through specific situations, tests small changes, and checks what works. That can include communication skills, managing intense feelings, or planning next steps after a major change.
Her 20 years in practice mean she has handled a wide range of concerns. She guides people through everyday stressors as well as longstanding patterns that began in childhood. She does not diagnose here in the profile; instead she focuses on what clients want to address in sessions.
To begin, prospective clients follow the site process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Michelle’s approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the client says. In this approach the therapist keeps the conversation person-focused and helps clients clarify their feelings and priorities. This can help with relationship issues, family of origin patterns, and feeling stuck.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It breaks problems into concrete steps such as testing beliefs, trying small behavioral changes, and measuring results. CBT is useful for anxiety, stress, low mood, and problem-solving during life changes.
Finding the right approach is often part of the first few sessions. Michelle will work collaboratively to decide whether a listening-centered style, CBT techniques, solution-focused steps, or some Internal Family Systems ideas fit best. The plan is adjusted over time based on the client’s goals and responses.
Session logistics and formats should be confirmed before booking since the profile does not list specific delivery methods. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-in visits when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about session length and how appointments are scheduled during the matching and intake process.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, anger, and related issues such as depression, ADHD, and intimacy-related problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a listening-based, client-centered approach and pairs that with goal-focused methods like CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy to help with thinking patterns and practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
Michelle has over 20 years of professional work experience in counseling adults across a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in New Jersey and practices with that credential.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are accepted; confirm any cross-border scheduling details during the intake steps.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Use the site button to see online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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