Michelle Woodison-Evans, LMSW - Therapist in Michigan

About Michelle

Michelle Woodison-Evans is a licensed social worker who supports people facing addiction, relationship and family concerns, trauma and intimacy issues. She focuses on practical steps to help with communication problems, isolation, anxiety, grief, and questions about life purpose. Michelle has 34 years of experience and works from a values-respecting stance that includes non-denominational Christian counseling when requested.

Michelle helps people who are dealing with mood challenges, panic, and posttraumatic stress.

Background and approach

She also addresses attachment patterns, abandonment concerns, and struggles with self-worth and body image. Her work includes support for those managing caregiving stress, chronic illness or pain, and major life transitions such as divorce and pregnancy. In sessions she uses approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach skills for managing thoughts and emotions.

She also draws on Internal Family Systems and the Gottman Method to look at relationships and internal parts that affect daily life. Michelle aims to match tools to each person’s needs rather than offering the same plan to everyone. Conversations with Michelle are straightforward and focused on what changes will help in everyday life.

She encourages clear communication, manageable goals, and self-compassion while people try new ways of coping. Her Michigan practice emphasizes respect for personal values and gradual, steady progress. Michelle welcomes people who want a therapist who listens carefully and works collaboratively.

She supports those who need both short-term problem solving and longer-term work on patterns that keep causing pain.

Therapeutic approaches that translate well to online work

Michelle commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which helps with anxiety, mood problems, and practical skills for everyday situations. Internal Family Systems looks at the different parts inside a person and how they interact, which can be useful for healing trauma, shame, and patterns that keep repeating.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and make adjustments as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which online formats are available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - they reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and can be scheduled around work or caregiving duties. Many people find that doing skill practice and reflection from home or during a break helps therapy feel more connected to daily routines. Licensed professionals will work with clients to match session length and structure to what fits best.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Gottman Method

A research-based framework for couples, focused on how partners argue, repair, and stay connected. Practical and structured, with exercises to try between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Michelle commonly address?

She supports people with addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and intimacy-related problems. Additional focuses include mood disorders, attachment and abandonment issues, caregiving stress, and communication difficulties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is compassionate and practical. Sessions aim for clear communication, manageable goals, and skills people can use between meetings.

What experience does she bring to therapy?

She has 34 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns from addiction recovery to grief and major life transitions.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She holds an LMSW which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker and practices in Michigan.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

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 Michelle?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 34 years
Licensed: Michigan
Languages: English

Next step

Talk to Michelle

Takes a few minutes
Nothing to set up just to look
Stop at any point

Book with Michelle