Therapist profile
Michelle Lake, LPC
Michigan
Licensed counselor - Anger and anxiety
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Michigan / 6401019674
- NPI1720533581
- Experience4 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- CBT and ACT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Values focused work
About Michelle
Michelle Lake is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with four years of experience. She sees adults dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship strain, parenting pressures, ADHD, addictions, grief, sleep trouble, and effects of trauma and abuse.
She describes a conversational, interactive style that centers the client's perspective. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps alongside discussions about values and goals. Michelle combines elements of cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment ideas, existential reflection, and mindfulness practices to help people manage feelings and make choices that fit their life.
In session she listens for patterns that contribute to anger, reactivity, or ongoing worry. Then she helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. People learn concrete skills for handling strong emotion, improving sleep habits, and reducing stress at home or work.
Michelle also attends to life transitions and career-related stress. She supports people who face compassion fatigue and those juggling parenting responsibilities while coping with their own mental health. The focus is on steady, usable changes rather than quick fixes.
Her approach asks clients to name what matters to them and try small experiments between sessions. Therapy includes reflections about meaning and practical exercises drawn from CBT, ACT, and mindfulness. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.
How sessions work
How ACT, CBT and mindfulness fit into online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and reconnect with what matters. It is useful for managing anger that comes from feeling stuck or overwhelmed and for clarifying values about relationships and work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, behaviors, and physical reactions interact. It teaches specific skills to change unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new responses to triggers like frustration or worry. Mindfulness Therapy trains simple attention and breathing practices to lessen reactivity and improve sleep and concentration.Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try different techniques, and adjust plans based on what helps. Clients are invited to experiment with small tasks between sessions and review what works in follow up meetings.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. The practical aim is to integrate therapy into everyday life so skills get used where they matter most.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, grief, sleep problems, and career or life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a conversational and interactive approach that mixes practical skill building with reflection about values and meaning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Michelle has four years of professional experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is an LPC licensed in Michigan and works with clients based in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does pricing 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?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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