Michelle Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4037 Northeast Tillamook Street, Portland, OR 97212
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (971) 393-8064
As human beings, we all have a deep need for connection. This connection is often challenged and disrupted by experiences throughout our lives. Consequently, we all experience some level of disconnection. This experience of disconnection can lead to anxiety, inadequate coping skills, depression, poor emotional regulation, substance use, and many other dis-eases. The good news is that we all have the potential to reconnect with our authentic self and heal. My approach to therapy and healing involves reconnection with our true selves, our body, and the present moment through compassionate listening, non-judgement and curiosity.
Since 2001, I have provided therapy, assessment, care coordination, and crisis services to our community. I believe in evidenced-based approaches and therapies to promote healing, well-being, insight development, and confidence in our capacity for growth and change. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, person-centered and strengths-based perspectives.
The single most important thing that I have learned in my 20+ year career is that we all have limitless potential to heal and recover. I deeply believe in your capacity to do so, that this capacity already resides within you, and that you can reconnect with your authentic self to live your best life. I would be honored to embark on this journey with you.
Call or Email Michelle Desai now for a free 15 minute consultation - (971) 393-8064
Let's Connect (971) 393-8064
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
- PacificSource
- Out of Network
Michelle Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 393-8064
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / L7721 Michelle Desai
- Attended University of Illinois at Chicago Jane Addams College of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2001
- License: Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers L7721 / 2018
- Membership with National Association of Social Workers 886862202 / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michelle Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 393-8064
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Trauma Recovery
- Sleep or Insomnia
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Weight Loss
Michelle Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 393-8064
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Michelle Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (971) 393-8064
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Neighborhoods
Michelle Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 393-8064