she/her

Michelle HernandezLMFT

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Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Health Net/MHN, Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California

Communication Style

Authentic, Energetic, Holistic, Mindful, Warm

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Focus areas

ADHD, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, Stress, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Parents

Years of Experience

19+

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My life’s work is about helping others improve their lives and making lasting changes toward wellness.

License number

#42411

Therapy style

My background is in Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Trauma Informed Therapy. I have extensive experience working with clients with severe mental illness, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and developmental delays. My life’s work is about helping others improve their lives and making lasting changes toward wellness. My specialty areas include working with symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management, family dynamics, and stress management.

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

BA - Psychology, University of California Los Angeles MA - Clinical Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family, Pepperdine University

Interests

I love and cherish my family above all else. I also love my pets and enjoy the outdoors, camping, hiking, and going to the beach.