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Online therapist

Michelle Juhasz

Compassionate, practical support for stress and parenting

Credentials
LICSW, LCSW
Experience
10 years
Licensed in
New Jersey, California, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Michelle

Michelle Juhasz is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 10 years of professional experience to her practice. She is licensed in New Jersey as an LCSW and also holds LICSW credentials. Michelle focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, and depression in a calm, practical way.

She treats each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Conversations are adapted to each person's needs, so sessions feel relevant and direct.

Background and approach

Michelle aims to make next steps clear and doable rather than overwhelming. Her work includes support for caregiver stress, feelings of isolation, mood disorders, panic attacks, and social anxiety. She also offers guidance around pregnancy and childbirth concerns, life purpose, and building self-love.

Practical strategies and problem-solving are emphasized alongside emotional support. Michelle frames therapy as a collaborative effort. She helps clients set goals, try new tools between sessions, and adjust the plan as progress is made.

The emphasis is on steady, manageable change rather than quick fixes. People who seek her help can expect straightforward communication and tailored plans. Michelle’s approach aims to empower clients to move toward a more satisfying and less stressful daily life.

Therapeutic techniques and online care that fit your life

Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person. One common approach focuses on practical coping skills for anxiety and panic - learning simple steps to manage intense moments and reduce worry over time. Another approach emphasizes processing trauma and painful experiences at a pace that feels safe, helping people make sense of what happened and reduce its impact on daily life.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. Clients help shape which techniques are used based on what feels most helpful and realistic.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue work during transitions, and access support from home. Many people find the variety of formats helpful for maintaining steady progress while balancing other responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Michelle commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include caregiver stress, isolation, panic attacks, and social anxiety.
What is her general style in therapy?
Michelle uses a practical, collaborative style focused on clear steps and real-world tools. Sessions are tailored to each person and aim to be straightforward and respectful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That background informs her approach to common mood and stress concerns.
What credentials and location does she hold?
Michelle holds MA LICSW LICSW1120070 and NJ LCSW 44SC06115700 and practices from New Jersey. These are the credentials she uses in her work.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Michelle?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
New Jersey, California, Massachusetts
Languages
English

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