- Emotion regulation
- Communication skills
- Self-compassion
About Michelle
Michelle Cost is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) who helps people handle stress, anxiety, depression, and parenting concerns. She aims to make sessions straightforward and useful for someone juggling work, family, and everyday pressures.
She focuses on practical skills people can use between meetings. That includes clearer communication, managing anger, and finding ways to care for yourself. Michelle centers self-love and a renewed sense of purpose in her work.
Her style is collaborative and strengths-based. She works with clients to notice what already helps them and build on those abilities. Sessions often include developing concrete strategies for handling difficult moments and improving relationships.
Michelle pays attention to cultural context and life circumstances when she talks with people. She uses that information to tailor approaches so they fit each person’s situation. She also supports clients who are feeling isolated or unsure about career direction.
With four years of clinical experience, Michelle blends practical problem solving with steady support. She practices in Massachusetts and works in English. Prospective clients can expect an approachable, goal-minded process focused on small, sustainable changes.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Michelle describes her work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and self-understanding. One common approach she uses emphasizes emotion regulation and practical coping strategies to reduce anxiety and manage anger; this helps people respond to stress with clearer choices rather than reactive behavior. Another frequently applied approach centers on improving communication and relational skills, which supports clearer conversations and healthier boundaries in parenting and work situations.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Michelle collaborates with each person to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust as needed. She treats the client as a partner in deciding what techniques to use and how to practice them between sessions.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling around busy days and fewer barriers to attending regular meetings. Because session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm current session options before booking to learn how meetings are held. Online work can make it simpler to fit therapy into routines while keeping the focus on real-world skills that translate to daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michelle commonly address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, anger, and career-related worries. Additional attention is given to communication problems, isolation and questions about life purpose and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and strengths-based, with an emphasis on practical skills and self-understanding. Sessions aim to produce tools people can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of experience working as a clinician. That experience informs a steady, goal-oriented way of working with everyday challenges.
What credentials does she hold and where is she located?
She holds an MA and is a licensed clinical social worker, LICSW. Her practice is located in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling based on therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match goals and preferences.