About

Michele Koenes is a licensed social worker based in Michigan with 11 years of clinical experience. She holds licensure to practice social work at the masters level in Michigan, is a licensed clinical social worker in California, and maintains licensure in New Hampshire.

She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, providing care for young adults, adults, and older adults across a wide range of mental health concerns. Prior work as a litigation attorney and as a teacher has contributed to her ability to relate to clients and offer practical, grounded support.

Michele’s counseling approach is collaborative and responsive, shaped by attention to each person’s individual personality, circumstances, and needs. She emphasizes empathy and allows clients to set the pace of therapy, believing that this supports meaningful progress toward their goals. Therapy, in her view, is a supportive and safe space where every part of a person is welcome, even material that may feel difficult to share.

As a therapist, Michele is committed to creating and sustaining an environment that supports healing and growth, and she is ready to begin the therapeutic process with new clients.

Location:
Michigan, United States
Years Experience:
11
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Family, Grief, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Attachment issues, Bipolar, Body image, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Depression, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Eating, Family of origin issues, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Relationship, Relationship, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: MI LMSW 6801065517, CA LCSW 118004
  • NPI Number: 1497361059
  • License: LMSW (Michigan) #6801065517 exp 2028-04-30 • LCSW (California) #118004 exp 2027-09-30 • LCSW (New Hampshire) #3943 exp 2026-06-03

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions. A major benefit of remote care is flexibility. Clients can connect in the way that suits them best - by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule. Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients have the option to change therapists at any time if they would like a different fit. Overall, online therapy offers an accessible way to address everyday mental health needs while preserving the professional standards and therapeutic process clients expect.

How much experience does Michele Koenes have?

Michele Koenes has 11 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Michele Koenes a licensed therapist?

Yes. Michele Koenes holds professional licensure, including a Michigan masters-level social work license (LMSW 6801065517) and a California licensed clinical social worker credential (LCSW 118004).

In which languages does Michele Koenes provide therapy?

Michele Koenes provides therapy in English.

Where is Michele Koenes located?

Michele Koenes is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Michele Koenes as my therapist?

You can work with Michele Koenes through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Michele Koenes cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.