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LMHC, LPCC

Michelle Spencer, LMHC, LPCC

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationMinnesota
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Michelle

Michelle Spencer brings 12 years of clinical experience to clients seeking support with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career challenges, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, eating issues, parenting struggles, anger, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Background and approach

She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around each person’s needs and goals. Michelle holds LMHC and LPCC credentials and practices from a foundation of listening and collaboration.

Her work blends client-centered principles with practical skills from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, along with motivational interviewing when exploring change and building momentum. This mix allows her to focus on current struggles while helping clients develop tools for emotion regulation, improved thinking patterns, and clearer decision-making.

Michelle frames therapy as a partnership, offering steady support while encouraging autonomy and progress at a pace that feels right for the individual. Located in Minnesota and licensed in New York and Minnesota, she combines clinical training with a warm, down-to-earth approach.

Those ready to explore life purpose, address mood and trauma-related concerns, or strengthen coping and self-regard will find an attentive clinician who adapts methods to the person rather than forcing a single model.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Michelle commonly draws on client-centered therapy, which prioritizes empathetic listening and tailoring the process to each person's values and goals. This approach helps clients feel heard and sets the foundation for collaborative planning and change.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is practical and often useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related patterns, and mood regulation. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills are offered to strengthen emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when these areas are a concern.

Choosing the right blend of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will explore needs, goals, and personal preferences to decide on methods that fit the client's situation, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online sessions are available via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for those balancing work, family, or geographic constraints. These formats make regular contact and skill practice more accessible, allowing clients to integrate therapeutic tools into daily life while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Michelle commonly help with?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career difficulties, depression, addictions, relationship and grief concerns, eating and parenting issues, bipolar disorder, and ADHD among others.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, combining empathy and respect with practical skill-building. Treatment is tailored to each person and emphasizes partnership in setting goals and plans.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Michelle has 12 years of professional experience working with diverse concerns and using evidence-informed modalities to support change and coping.
What credentials and licensure does she hold and where is she based?
She is credentialed as LMHC and LPCC and is licensed with NY LMHC 007805 and MN LPCC cc03400. Her practice location is Minnesota.
Does she offer services in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Clients can meet with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational Interviewing

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Minnesota, New York

Languages

English

What Michelle can help with

Michelle Spencer works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and depression.

Michelle works with clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, and self esteem.

How Michelle approaches therapy

Michelle's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing.

Experience and training

Michelle is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Minnesota, with 12 years of clinical experience.