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Michelle FoyLCSW

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teach practical skills to manage anxiety and panic in a brief number of sessions. I also understand how trauma shapes lives and living at our best requires challenging traumas we have experienced. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English), Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has extensive experience working with children and adults of all ages in various settings. I have a unique background in physical therapy which influences my specialty in neurobiological and Cognitive Behavioral approaches. I My focus in treatment is on providing a safe place and guidance to process and overcome what is holding us back from having emotionally regulated and fulfilled lives.

About Michelle

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

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

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Affirming, Empowering, Exploratory, Open-minded

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Focus areas

ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Geriatric clients, Parents, Neurodivergence, Students

Years of Experience

11+

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My focus in treatment is on providing a safe place and guidance to process and overcome what is holding us back from having emotionally regulated and fulfilled lives.

License number

#64462

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Education

BA - Psychology, San Diego State University MSW - Social Work, San Diego State University

Interests

I love spending time with my family, cooking traditional Mexican meals, and experimenting with gluten-free and vegan recipes. I am highly socially conscious so I spend time volunteering with organizations that promote social justice, especially for people with disabilities, immigrants, and organizations that support the social work field.