Therapist profile
Michelle Curry, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Illinois / 149.015555
- NPI1609965243
- Experience21 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
About Michelle
Michelle Curry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 21 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, and anger among other concerns. Michelle's background includes long-term work in community and family settings, and she provides practical support for everyday problems.
Michelle listens and helps people name what is happening in their lives. She focuses on clear steps clients can try between sessions. That can mean practicing new ways to respond when anger rises, improving communication with a partner, or building routines that reduce overwhelm at work and home.
Her work often involves looking at recurring patterns and the events that keep them active. Michelle talks through past hurts and current triggers, and helps people build skills for managing intense feelings. She explains options plainly and checks in about what is or is not helping.
Clients can expect direct, steady feedback and concrete tools to use outside sessions. Michelle draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support emotion regulation, problem solving, and relationship skills. She also addresses related concerns such as trauma, parenting stress, and ADHD where these affect daily functioning.
Her approach is practical and goal-focused. Sessions typically move from identifying a concern to trying a specific practice and reviewing results. Michelle encourages gradual change and helps people notice small wins as they learn different ways of responding to stress and anger.
How sessions work
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that teach concrete skills. One common technique helps people notice triggers, pause, and choose a different response to anger or anxiety. That approach breaks a situation down into small steps and practices new reactions. Another frequent technique focuses on building problem-solving and communication skills so daily conflicts cause less escalation. These methods suit stress, relationship tensions, and recurring anger because they emphasize practical behavior changes.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michelle will review what you’ve tried and what you want to change, and then suggest techniques to try together. She checks progress and adjusts the plan based on your goals and preferences, so the approach evolves with your needs.
Confirm the exact online session formats before booking, since this profile does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue therapy through life changes without pausing care. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same skill-building exercises and feedback as in-person work, making practice and follow-up simpler to manage.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, anger, parenting, career concerns, ADHD, and related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is direct and practical, focusing on listening, teaching skills, and checking what works between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has about 21 years of experience working in social work and mental health settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices in that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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