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Michell Roberts

Compassionate therapy for stress and growth

About Michell

Michell Roberts is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who focuses on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

With ten years of professional practice, she helps people navigate transitions and regain a sense of direction by strengthening motivation, building confidence, and teaching practical coping tools. Her work emphasizes collaboration and the client’s own strengths.

She draws on Client-Centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space, and uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new habits. Mindfulness practices and solution-focused strategies are woven into sessions to promote present-moment awareness and generate concrete steps forward.

Michell also addresses communication problems, forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love as part of a broader approach to wellbeing. Her goal is to empower clients to use their existing skills more effectively while introducing evidence-based methods to reduce distress and build resilience.

Sessions are offered online through multiple formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Approaches that guide online work and practical access



Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person seeking help, offering empathy and respect while the therapist follows each client’s pace; this approach is helpful for exploring self-esteem, life purpose, and emotional healing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention and awareness practices that support emotional regulation and coping during life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist collaborates with each client to assess goals, preferences, and needs, and then blends methods so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single technique.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, letting clients engage from different locations and schedules. These formats make it easier to maintain consistency, try different ways of communicating, and access support during transitional periods when in-person appointments may be difficult.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Michell focuses on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, and also works on communication problems, forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, using the client’s strengths to guide change while combining supportive listening with practical techniques.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience working with a range of concerns related to stress, mood, and life transitions.
Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?
She holds an LCSW credential in Illinois with licence number IL LCSW 149022599.
Does she offer services in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost and billing handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.