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Michelle Leao, MFT
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Michelle Leao, MFT

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
1777 Borel Place, Suite 440, San Mateo, CA 94402
Let's Connect (650) 753-8347
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with children, couples, families, and individuals that are experiencing relational challenges in their lives and are in need of healthier emotional experiences and accompanying behaviors. My goal is to help clients navigate the complexities of life with a sense of security, peace, and learning. I have extensive history working with individuals, families and couples who are strained from challenging behaviors, unproductive familial patterns, and ongoing parent-child conflict.
My practice provides psychotherapy that results in self awareness and the ability to thrive within our human emotions. I help clients develop a strong relationship with themselves where they can heal and live in acceptance of their past (family of origin, trauma, ruptured attachments) and live a life of their choosing.
For me, therapy is a collaborative relational process. It is vital that my participation in each therapeutic relationship is authentic, honest, and relatable. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship fosters true emotional growth and experiencing. I look forward to connecting and co-creating a platform for you to experience life with peace and joy.
Call or Michelle Leao, MFT now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 753-8347

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Michelle Leao, MFT

1777 Borel Place

Suite 440

San Mateo, CA 94402

(650) 753-8347
I offer therapy sessions in-person in both San Mateo and periodically in San Francisco. I am also available to meet virtually.
I specialize in Adoption, Relationship Issues and Codependency 
$195 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (650) 753-8347

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Michelle Leao, MFT

1777 Borel Place

Suite 440

San Mateo, CA 94402

(650) 753-8347
I offer therapy sessions in-person in both San Mateo and periodically in San Francisco. I am also available to meet virtually.
I specialize in Adoption, Relationship Issues and Codependency 
$195 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $195
  • Couple Sessions $225
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Qualifications

    Marriage & Family Therapist: Michelle Angela Leao
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 82421 Michelle Angela Leao
  • In Practice for 13 Years
  • Certificate from CAMFT 100824 / 2016
  • Certificate from Professional Psych Seminars Clinical Supervision / 2017
  • Attended University of San Francisco, Graduated 2011
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Adoption
  • Relationship Issues
  • Codependency

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with relationships and their ability to find joy in their daily lives. My approach is intuitive and relational. The start of our work will be creating a safe space so we can connect and learn about who you are today and how you came to be. We will identify areas of struggle and pain, and develop a plan to cope in a way that is both productive and healing.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with relationships and their ability to find joy in their daily lives. My approach is intuitive and relational. The start of our work will be creating a safe space so we can connect and learn about who you are today and how you came to be. We will identify areas of struggle and pain, and develop a plan to cope in a way that is both productive and healing.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Jungian
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

Michelle Leao, MFT

1777 Borel Place

Suite 440

San Mateo, CA 94402

(650) 753-8347
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person in both San Mateo and periodically in San Francisco. I am also available to meet virtually.
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person in both San Mateo and periodically in San Francisco. I am also available to meet virtually.
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 753-8347
Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Last Modified: 1 Dec 2023