Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complex cycle of mood disorders or addiction within your family? My practice is a creative sanctuary designed for those who need a roadmap through the healthcare maze to find the best possible care for themselves or their loved ones. Using a solution-oriented, 12-step based approach, I specialize in unique, intervention-based programs tailored to your family's specific needs and budget. Whether through my recovery groups or individual, couples, and marriage therapy, we will work together to restore balance and hope.
Healing is a journey best shared with those who truly understand the path. As a Master Recovery Life Coach, I provide a creative, team-based approach to help you reach your goals faster. By blending expertise with lived recovery experience, I offer a solution-oriented space for you to thrive. Reach out today to start your next chapter together.
There are many ways to recover. I have overcome many of the same issues. I have co-authored and published "Feeling Terrific: 4 strategies using Mood Regulation Therapy" with Dr. Namir Damluji and Renee Sievert, found on Amazon. I have several e-books on Kindle and Amazon. Your path to healing starts here, click my website to begin.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- any insurance that is a PPO not an HMO.
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Not on any panels
- Out of Network
Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (760) 207-1067
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT23607 Michele La Porte Downey
- In Practice for 39 years
- Attended University of New Mexico, Graduated 1983
- Certificate from National Association of Forensic Counselors Masters Addiction Counselor #0 / 1996
- Certificate from Board of Registered Nursing RN #322758 / 1977
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (760) 207-1067
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Addiction
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child
- Chronic Relapse
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- families affected by mood disorders and addictions
- Family Conflict
- intervention
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Medical Detox
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (760) 207-1067
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Aviation Professionals
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Aviation Professionals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- 12 step orientation based
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Experiential Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Mood Regulation therapy
- Narrative
- Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Structural Family Therapy
Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (760) 207-1067
Groups
Advanced Recovery Group Psychotherapy
I have 3 groups weekly that have been ongoing advanced Recovery groups for anyone affected by addictions with specific emphasis on communication and building community. Many years of recovery in all 12 step programs.
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$20-$40
Group Meets
Every Thu 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Location
7040 Avenida Encinas
Suite #104-297
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Email Michele La Porte Downey about this group or call - (760) 207-1067
Advanced Recovery Group Psychotherapy
I have an advanced ongoing recovering group between 7 to 10 members who are working on building trust, community and advanced communication skills. This group also specializes in problem solving skills, assertiveness, and social activities.
Expertise
Relationship Issues
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$20-$30
Group Meets
Every Thu 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Location
7040 Avenida Encinas
Su-297ite #104
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Email Michele La Porte Downey about this group or call - (760) 207-1067
Location
Additional Location
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
Call for a free consultation now - (760) 207-1067