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Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC

Dr. Michelle Dalton

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC (they, them)

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Austin, TX 78731
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You're searching for support that honors your identity and meets you where you are. I believe every client brings a unique story into the therapy room, and I tailor my approach to reflect that. Through collaborative goal-setting, we'll work together toward the life you want. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, or life's stressors, you're not alone in this process!
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing ADHD, chronic illness, gender dysphoria, and identity or relationship stress. I specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ clients and offer affirming, trauma-informed care focused on emotional insight and practical strategies.
You deserve a space where you feel safe, seen, and empowered. I center relational dynamics, cultural experiences, and systemic influences in our work—while fostering trust, connection, and emotional exploration. Therapy can be a space of healing, clarity, and transformation. Let’s get started.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pride and Mind

Austin, TX 78731

I am accepting new clients for online telehealth sessions with appointments on Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 8am
I specialize in ADHD, Transgender and Chronic Illness 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Dr. Michelle Dalton
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pride and Mind

Austin, TX 78731

I am accepting new clients for online telehealth sessions with appointments on Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 8am
I specialize in ADHD, Transgender and Chronic Illness 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

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

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I offer sliding scale slots through Open Path collective and private pay options. I also provide superbills
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I offer sliding scale slots through Open Path collective and private pay options. I also provide superbills
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 79365 Michelle Dalton
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Texas Woman's University, Marriage and Family Therapy PhD, Graduated 2021
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I received a PhD in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University where I specialized I couples therapy.
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Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I received a PhD in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University where I specialized I couples therapy.
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Transgender
  • Chronic Illness

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness - Autoimmune
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Medical Family Therapy
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
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I work with clients who are coping with chronic illnesses, those are who are neurodivergent, and the LGBTQIA community. I work with individuals, couples and families.
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with clients who are coping with chronic illnesses, those are who are neurodivergent, and the LGBTQIA community. I work with individuals, couples and families.
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Endorsement

Megan R. Pickens
Megan R. Pickens
Licensed Professional CounselorPhDLPC-S
Dr. Michelle 'Shelly' Dalton is a compassionate, skilled counselor specializing in LGBTQIA+ therapy and HRT consultations. She provides affirming care and truly empowers her clients. I highly recommend her for inclusive and supportive counseling.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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I often use an attachment and feminist therapy based approach in my practice. We will work collaboratively to set therapy goals.
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I often use an attachment and feminist therapy based approach in my practice. We will work collaboratively to set therapy goals.
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Pride and Mind

Austin, TX 78731

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I am accepting new clients for online telehealth sessions with appointments on Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 8am
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
"
I am accepting new clients for online telehealth sessions with appointments on Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 8am
Photo of Dr. Michelle Dalton, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Dr. Michelle Dalton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC