Michelle Wendel
LMFT for women navigating anxiety and life transitions
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About
Michelle Wendel is an LMFT based in California with ten years of clinical experience. She focuses on supporting adult women who are navigating anxiety, parenting demands, career challenges, chronic health concerns, relationship transitions, and phases of life such as menopause and retirement. Her practice also addresses issues like codependency, divorce and separation, self esteem struggles, and workplace stress.
Michelle adapts her clinical approach to each person she works with, drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to match individual needs. She emphasizes building a strong therapeutic alliance while guiding practical steps for coping with life changes, and she aims to empower clients in decision making and self-care.
Practicing from California, Michelle welcomes clients both within the state and internationally. She offers a range of communication options and frames therapy as a collaborative process in which goals and methods are shaped together with the client.
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Self-love, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LMFT 111149
- NPI Number: 1982007969
- License: LMFT (California)
Remote therapy options and approach
Michelle integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered practices into remote sessions. ACT is described in accessible terms as work that helps identify personal values and take committed steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts. CBT focuses on noticing and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors in day-to-day life. Client-centered methods prioritize attentive listening and adapting the pace of therapy to what feels most useful to each person. She frames the therapeutic relationship as collaborative, tailoring techniques to fit each client's concerns whether they are managing anxiety, navigating parenting or career changes, addressing relationship patterns, or coping with life transitions. Remote sessions are offered via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the communication style that matches their needs and schedule.What is Michelle Wendel's clinical experience?
Michelle has ten years of experience working as a licensed marriage and family therapist, focusing on stress, anxiety, parenting, career issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes.
What credentials does she hold?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the credential LMFT and holds license number CA LMFT 111149.
Which languages does Michelle work in?
All services are provided in English.
Where is Michelle located?
Michelle practices from California and lists that location for her services.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Clients can connect with Michelle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
Yes. This profile indicates she is accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Michelle?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be connected for services.