Michelle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
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For more than 25 years, I’ve helped adults navigate mid- life challenges—whether related to mood changes and aging, relationship stressors, or addictive and self- sabotaging behaviors. I'm solution‑focused, goal‑oriented, compassionate, and client‑centered. I work collaboratively to identify practical steps forward, so we don’t stay stuck in the problem itself. Together, we’ll clarify what’s getting in the way and build tools that help you feel more grounded, capable and aligned with your values. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, I will help you create meaningful, lasting change.
In our work, we may focus on strengthening distress tolerance, improving emotional regulation, enhancing interpersonal effectiveness, & reconnecting with what matters most to you. Together, we’ll clarify what’s getting in the way and build tools that help you. You’ll leave sessions with insight, direction, and strategies you can use right away—not just talk.
My clients can feel "stuck" and are wanting to improve their mood, their relationships & feel less overwhelmed. I help clients develop a toolbox of coping skills to use in their daily lives. I'm best suited to working with adults manage self-sabotaging moods and behaviors to get back in alignment with the life they truly want to live.
Call or Email Michelle MacPherson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (657) 551-3975
Let's Connect (657) 551-3975
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Self-Pay
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 551-3975
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 27999 Michelle MacPhersonLicense state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 26 years
- Attended Charles Sturt University, Australia, Masters Degree (equiv), Graduated 1998
- License: North Carolina C017672 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 551-3975
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 551-3975
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 551-3975
Location
Additional Location
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (657) 551-3975