Michelle is absolutely amazing. She has been tremendous in helping me through my current struggles. I genuinely look forward to our weekly sessions and her smile is perfect for cheering anyone up!! Very thankful betterhelp matched us up together.
Michelle Upton, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michelle. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Massachusetts
Recent reviews
Michelle is simply amazing. One of the simple but beautifully profound thing she made me do is to think and helped me to think in the right way. From the start, Michelle had a calm and comforting presence, I always felt safe to share my issues and fears with her and unburden myself. Michelle is a great listener. Her responses are very thoughtful and insightful. She is very understanding and provides practical advice. Michelle was kind, compassionate, and always helpful. Everyone wants to change and expects change. Even I wanted to change and the worse thing is I desperately needed to make changes at that point in my life. Some changes are simple and easy. And some changes are tough, scary, and terrifying, but need to be done to move forward. It took some courage and strength to overcome those, and Michelle has always been externally providing me with the strength and courage I needed in one way or another. Change is inevitable, but personal growth is a choice. And Michelle always made sure that I am on the right end of the choice and getting a beneficial positive impact and making sure I am seeing the good in it. She was persistent even when I showed no effort and encouraged me even when I showed very little progress. Here, I am trying to change and I have been gifted with a transformation that I have never even imagined. It changed the way how I think, I behave, I interact, I perceive the world. And I am not alone in this journey, Michelle was always been supportive, encouraging, and always been there for me. Michelle was the first therapist I have seen and I couldn’t have asked for a better one.
More about Michelle
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW
With more than 10 years of experience working with families and individuals, I have had the humbling experience of supporting clients through significant changes in their lives. These changes can come at the individual level such as physical and mental health abilities, the relationship level such as communication concerns or role expectations, or at the systemic level such as collaboration with medical teams and coordination of family and caregivers.
It is a humbling experience because I recognize that I am being brought in often during one of the worst moments in someone’s life. I do not take that lightly and I try to ensure that each client I work with feels safe and supported.
In practice I have utilized varying therapeutic approaches and I work with the client to identify which approach best meets their needs. Truth be told, because not one size fits all, it is often a combination of multiple therapies. I have found that the most frequently used in my work are Narrative Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Based Approach, Mindfulness Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
The most common feedback I receive from those that I work with is that they feel I have a calming presence, a kindness that helps them to feel immediately comfortable, and the knowledge and expertise to truly help them achieve their goals.
I understand the value in balancing the joys of life with the challenges of life , and I look forward to establishing this balance with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michelle Upton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114566114.
- LICSW · Massachusetts · 122973 · Expires April 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Michelle Upton
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Michelle is absolutely amazing. She has been tremendous in helping me through my current struggles. I genuinely look forward to our weekly sessions and her smile is perfect for cheering anyone up!! Very thankful betterhelp matched us up together.
Michelle is simply amazing. One of the simple but beautifully profound thing she made me do is to think and helped me to think in the right way. From the start, Michelle had a calm and comforting presence, I always felt safe to share my issues and fears with her and unburden myself. Michelle is a great listener. Her responses are very thoughtful and insightful. She is very understanding and provides practical advice. Michelle was kind, compassionate, and always helpful. Everyone wants to change and expects change. Even I wanted to change and the worse thing is I desperately needed to make changes at that point in my life. Some changes are simple and easy. And some changes are tough, scary, and terrifying, but need to be done to move forward. It took some courage and strength to overcome those, and Michelle has always been externally providing me with the strength and courage I needed in one way or another. Change is inevitable, but personal growth is a choice. And Michelle always made sure that I am on the right end of the choice and getting a beneficial positive impact and making sure I am seeing the good in it. She was persistent even when I showed no effort and encouraged me even when I showed very little progress. Here, I am trying to change and I have been gifted with a transformation that I have never even imagined. It changed the way how I think, I behave, I interact, I perceive the world. And I am not alone in this journey, Michelle was always been supportive, encouraging, and always been there for me. Michelle was the first therapist I have seen and I couldn’t have asked for a better one.
Michelle was an amazing listener. She took seriously our counseling sessions, as well as my desire for a faith-based approach. She explained things to me thoroughly and helped provide perspective for the things I was experiencing. She was great and unbiased, and I felt that she cared about me as a person. I am truly grateful for her help.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michelle Upton offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michelle Upton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michelle Upton speak?
Michelle Upton speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michelle Upton have?
Michelle Upton has 8 years of experience.
Where is Michelle Upton licensed to practice?
Michelle Upton is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
Does Michelle Upton accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michelle Upton does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michelle Upton offer?
Michelle Upton offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michelle Upton?
Michelle Upton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michelle Upton?
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