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Michelle Molina, LCPC
Illinois
LCPC in Illinois - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Motivation focus
- Parenting support
About Michelle
Michelle Molina is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 10 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, career questions, relationship strain, and life transitions. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and focus on what clients want to change.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Michelle also draws on client-centered methods to keep conversations focused on the person's priorities. Motivational Interviewing techniques come into play when someone is unsure how to get started or sustain changes.
In practical work she breaks issues into small, testable steps. People can expect to practice skills between sessions and check what works. This approach helps with everyday problems like worry, confidence at work, and parenting challenges.
Michelle values clear, respectful communication. She pays attention to how a person's relationships and past patterns affect current problems. That can include looking at repetitive relationship dynamics or family communication habits that feed stress.
Her background includes ten years of clinical work in Illinois settings. She adapts session pace to match what each person needs - from short problem-focused work to longer exploration when helpful. If someone is ready to start, the next step is to review online therapy options and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule a first session.
How CBT and practical approaches work online
Michelle commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot automatic thoughts, test those thoughts, and practice different behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, stress, and confidence work because it focuses on concrete skills and short experiments. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to keep the conversation focused on the client’s goals and priorities, offering reflective listening and collaborative planning. Motivational Interviewing appears when someone needs help building motivation or moving from thinking about change to taking the first steps. It uses short, focused conversations to clarify reasons for change and increase commitment. Together these approaches let sessions move between skill practice, problem solving, and planning for real-world steps. Finding the right method is part of the work. Michelle will discuss goals and preferences and then recommend approaches that fit those needs. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as progress is reviewed. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, as format details are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, allow brief check-ins when helpful, and support steady practice of skills between meetings. Ask about session length and any practical arrangements when scheduling the first appointment.Areas of expertise
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self-esteem, career concerns, relationship strain, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding. Sessions include practical exercises and homework to practice skills between meetings.
What is her clinical experience?
She has 10 years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That background informs a mix of practical and exploratory techniques.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and practices from Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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