Michelle Coffey, LCSW
Empathetic, goal-focused person-centered therapy
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- Person-centered approach
- Goal oriented
- Practical tools
About Michelle
Michelle Coffey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with seven years of practice. She describes herself as a person-centered therapist who partners with people to reach practical goals. Michelle approaches problems with empathy and a focus on realistic next steps.
She helps people facing anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction-related concerns. She also supports those coping with trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related problems, grief, and life transitions such as career shifts and parenting challenges. Her work includes attention to ADHD, bipolar concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Michelle uses straightforward conversation to identify what matters most to each person. Sessions aim to find workable tools and habits rather than theoretical plans. She helps clients build short-term strategies and longer-term routines to reduce symptoms and strengthen coping skills.
Clients often address practical issues like sleep, eating, anger, and communication problems. Michelle also works with concerns tied to body image, attachment and abandonment worries, blended family dynamics, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. She names comorbidity and dissociation as areas she considers when planning care.
Her practice emphasizes collaboration and measurable steps. People who prefer an empathetic, goal-focused approach may find her style accessible. Prospective clients in Florida can learn more about her methods and next steps before arranging a first session.
She helps people facing anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction-related concerns. She also supports those coping with trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related problems, grief, and life transitions such as career shifts and parenting challenges. Her work includes attention to ADHD, bipolar concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Michelle uses straightforward conversation to identify what matters most to each person. Sessions aim to find workable tools and habits rather than theoretical plans. She helps clients build short-term strategies and longer-term routines to reduce symptoms and strengthen coping skills.
Clients often address practical issues like sleep, eating, anger, and communication problems. Michelle also works with concerns tied to body image, attachment and abandonment worries, blended family dynamics, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. She names comorbidity and dissociation as areas she considers when planning care.
Her practice emphasizes collaboration and measurable steps. People who prefer an empathetic, goal-focused approach may find her style accessible. Prospective clients in Florida can learn more about her methods and next steps before arranging a first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida, New York
Languages
English
How Michelle’s Approaches Can Work Online
Michelle integrates client-centered work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address practical problems. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and making goals that matter to the person, which helps when people feel stuck or unsure where to begin. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, and it is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns. DBT offers skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance, which can help with anger, relationship problems, and intense mood swings.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Michelle will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. She adjusts pacing and techniques based on what works in real life rather than sticking to a single method.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove commute time so appointments are simpler to attend. Talk with Michelle during the matching process about how to shape sessions to match your daily routine and goals.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michelle commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, and many life changes like career shifts and parenting challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She focuses on empathetic listening and building realistic, actionable steps toward change.
What is her professional background and experience?
She has seven years of clinical experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds on issues ranging from PTSD and substance use to complex medical conditions.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in New York and Florida, and her profile lists Florida as a practice location.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.