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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
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Michell Kothari Stanley

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT

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19712 Macarthur Boulevard, Irvine, CA 92612
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19712 Macarthur Boulevard Irvine, CA 92612
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Life can change in ways you didn’t plan for. Whether it's health concerns, a relationship ending, or navigating a workplace that makes you feel drained, overworked, and far from the life you imagined. I work with women to navigate these turning points and external pressures, by creating space for what truly matters. In our work: you will feel more aligned, peaceful, and empowered within yourself, relationships, and work. I work with clients to trust themselves and love themselves (and others) better so that they can nurture thriving families, build strong communities and fulfill their legacy .
I have a multi-cultural background & an eclectic approach to traditional psychotherapy. My skill set includes reiki, coaching, somatic therapy, meditation & hypnosis. Together we will cultivate integrity & intention in your decisions so you can navigate disappointment, rejection and frustrations in a way that reveals new opportunities.
If you are ready to create a shift in your day to day experience & trajectory, I will compassionately guide and support you while also challenging and holding you accountable to your goals. I believe that therapy is a tool that anyone can benefit from without the need for labels, and in most cases, without medication. Reach out for a free consult today!
Call or Michell Kothari Stanley now for a free 15 minute consultation - (310) 340-2179

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ethera

19712 Macarthur Boulevard

Irvine, CA 92612 map

(310) 340-2179

Washington, DC 20036

(562) 383-7626
My website
I offer a hybrid of in-person and virtual sessions.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Life Coaching 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
We only get 20 seconds for this video. . . I am a therapist but I am also a human that likes to live, laugh and love fully .
Michell Kothari Stanley
Let's Connect (310) 340-2179
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ethera

19712 Macarthur Boulevard

Irvine, CA 92612 map

(310) 340-2179

Washington, DC 20036

(562) 383-7626
My website
I offer a hybrid of in-person and virtual sessions.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Life Coaching 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
We only get 20 seconds for this video. . . I am a therapist but I am also a human that likes to live, laugh and love fully .
Michell Kothari Stanley

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $225
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I supervise providers that accept Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield plans (but NOT HMOs or Blue Choice plans).
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179
"
I supervise providers that accept Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield plans (but NOT HMOs or Blue Choice plans).
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 113735 Michell Kothari Stanley
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Attended Washington University in St. Louis, Graduated 2003
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Washington D.C. Board of Social Work LC50078247 / 2023
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I am licensed in CA, DC, MD and VA. I work with clients in all of these states as well as English speaking clients living abroad. I am also certified in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy in DC and MD.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179
"
I am licensed in CA, DC, MD and VA. I work with clients in all of these states as well as English speaking clients living abroad. I am also certified in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy in DC and MD.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Life Coaching

Expertise

  • Bi-Cultural Identity Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Career Counseling
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Racial Identity
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Women's Issues
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The main issues I treat are: anxiety, depression and addictions. I help people use the emotional obstacles that arise in relationships and careers as opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. I strive to exhaust natural modalities (self-care and coping tools) before suggesting medication.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179
"
The main issues I treat are: anxiety, depression and addictions. I help people use the emotional obstacles that arise in relationships and careers as opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. I strive to exhaust natural modalities (self-care and coping tools) before suggesting medication.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179

3 Endorsements

Sara Oliveri
Sara Oliveri
MAPPMCLC
As a practitioner myself I am sensitive to working with coaches and therapists who lean heavily on "assessing" and "advising" which tends to undermine my internal wisdom. Michell did neither of those things. Instead, Michell created space for me to explore...

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Energy Psychology
  • Family / Marital
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Life Coaching
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Yoga therapy
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I use traditional psychotherapy approaches like CBT, DBT, and ACT combined with holistic interventions like somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness and yoga to help people embody the shift they wish to achieve. I am certified in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and a certified life coach. I incorporate an eclectic and multi-faceted set of tools and resources in working with clients.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179
"
I use traditional psychotherapy approaches like CBT, DBT, and ACT combined with holistic interventions like somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness and yoga to help people embody the shift they wish to achieve. I am certified in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and a certified life coach. I incorporate an eclectic and multi-faceted set of tools and resources in working with clients.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 340-2179

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Ethera

19712 Macarthur Boulevard

Irvine, CA 92612

(310) 340-2179

Additional Location

Washington, DC 20036

(562) 383-7626
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I offer a hybrid of in-person and virtual sessions.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call for a free consultation now - (310) 340-2179
"
I offer a hybrid of in-person and virtual sessions.
Photo of Michell Kothari Stanley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Michell Kothari Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CLC, RYT
Call for a free consultation now - (310) 340-2179