About Me.
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Valued Directions is a psychotherapy private practice dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible video and tele-health therapy services to adults navigating transitional life stressors.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is seeing clients set meaningful, value-driven goals and achieving them. I partner with you to ensure you are empowered to reach your full potential.
As you work through life's transitions, I will be there to guide, encourage, and challenge you to push past obstacles and create the life you want.
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Fast, rewarding, results so you can get back to pursuing your valued direction!
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I have over 25 years of experience in helping adults navigate life's most difficult transitions. Whether you're struggling with depression, relationship challenges, or simply feeling "stuck," I'm here to help you restore balance and move toward a life of fulfillment.
I strive to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered to make lasting changes. My approach is solution-focused and goal-oriented, compassionate and client-centered. I work with you in partnership to help you uncover solutions to your challenges so we don't get "stuck" on the problems themselves.
Background
Completing her education in Australia, Michelle began her career in London with the Youth Justice Board, working with at risk youth and their families before moving to California and working for the UCSD Department of Psychiatry in correctional settings.
Upon obtaining her license, Michelle dedicated her career to working with active duty service members and Veterans for over a decade, providing trauma informed care, specializing in dual diagnosis, substance use, mood disorders and anxiety management.
Expertise
Through ongoing professional development, Michelle stays updated with the latest therapeutic techniques and evidence-based practices. Her expertise includes trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based therapy, and cognitive-behavioral interventions.
Restoring clients to a state of physical, mental and emotional health is the most rewarding aspect of her practice and she relies heavily on the latest advances in behavioral science to ensure clients continue to receive the best therapeutic services available.
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Michelle is trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and will work with you to select the most appropriate and therapeutically beneficial approach for your needs.