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Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW

Michele Flatau

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW (she, her)

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302 W Superior Street, Suite 511, Duluth, MN 55802
Available both in-person and online
302 W Superior Street Suite 511 Duluth, MN 55802
Let's Connect (218) 366-8249
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Our minds and bodies are the sacred lands of our experiences, containing forests of stories, shifting winds, rivers of emotions, and fields of sensations, ranging from painful to pleasureful. When the landscape is disturbed by stress and trauma, the ecosystem shifts out of balance toward pain. By skillfully bringing mind and body together, with the heart of altruistic intention to improve our lives for ourselves and others, we gain capacity to navigate with clarity, calm inner storms, heal rifts, and drink from the waters of fresh perceptions. Through deep listening, movement, attention, and imagination, insight dawns.
Restore balance by engaging in activities that free you to explore and integrate new skills and understandings, & move through current challenges or past traumatic experiences. Possible approaches include knowledge of neurobiology & nervous system: Tapping, Mindfulness, Meditation, Qigong, Sandplay, Nature-based, Interactive Guided Imagery & Self-compassion.
Let’s work together on discovering your natural resources and recovering a sense of well-being. If you have experienced trauma; symptoms of depression, anxiety, or grief; are in the midst of life transition; or have difficulties with pain or stress, you can find safety and help here. Loving, compassionate care will be the foundation. Joy and freedom await!
Call Michele Flatau now for a free 15 minute consultation - (218) 366-8249

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Open Sky Therapy and Wellness, LLC

302 W Superior Street

Suite 511

Duluth, MN 55802 map

(218) 366-8249
We can meet in-person or online via video according to what works best for you. Sessions are Mon, Tues & Wed afternoons, and Thurs mornings.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (218) 366-8249
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Open Sky Therapy and Wellness, LLC

302 W Superior Street

Suite 511

Duluth, MN 55802 map

(218) 366-8249
We can meet in-person or online via video according to what works best for you. Sessions are Mon, Tues & Wed afternoons, and Thurs mornings.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Medica
  • Medical Assistance
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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To cover co-pays or co-insurance, your credit card will be securely charged after each session.
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (218) 366-8249
"
To cover co-pays or co-insurance, your credit card will be securely charged after each session.
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (218) 366-8249

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 20572 Michele Flatau
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended University of Minnesota--Duluth, Graduated 2010
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Simplified EFT Tapping (TM) 2019
  • Certificate from Interactive Guided Imagery (SM) 2025
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Also licensed in Wisconsin.
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (218) 366-8249
"
Also licensed in Wisconsin.
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (218) 366-8249

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
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Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? - (218) 366-8249
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Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? - (218) 366-8249

Endorsement

Shelia Bollum
Shelia Bollum
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLICSWLADC
Michele Flatau is an experienced and compassionate mental health professional. She is able to listen attentively to the needs of her clients while bringing them into greater awareness. Her dedication to her clients is outstanding.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Integrative
  • Interactive Guided Imagery
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Simplified EFT Tapping
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (218) 366-8249
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (218) 366-8249

Location

Primary Location

Open Sky Therapy and Wellness, LLC

302 W Superior Street

Suite 511

Duluth, MN 55802

(218) 366-8249
"
We can meet in-person or online via video according to what works best for you. Sessions are Mon, Tues & Wed afternoons, and Thurs mornings.
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (218) 366-8249
"
We can meet in-person or online via video according to what works best for you. Sessions are Mon, Tues & Wed afternoons, and Thurs mornings.
Photo of Michele Flatau, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Michele Flatau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (218) 366-8249