- Emotion-focused work
- Acceptance techniques
- Behavioral skills
About Michelle
Dr. Michelle Coble is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 16 years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, and issues with self-esteem and motivation. She also addresses concerns such as attachment, abandonment, blended family stress, communication problems, and grief related to end-of-life care.
Dr. Coble holds a doctorate in health sciences and serves as director of behavioral health at a community health agency. In sessions she listens to what matters most and helps clients name the hard feelings that get in the way. She uses clear, practical steps so people can try new ways of handling everyday problems.
Her approach draws from Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside methods from acceptance and commitment work and cognitive behavioral strategies. That mix supports people who want to understand patterns in relationships, manage overwhelming emotions, or change habits that cause harm. Sessions involve talking through recent events, noticing emotional reactions, and practicing new responses.
Clients can expect straightforward explanations of therapeutic tools and gentle pacing that matches their comfort. The therapist emphasizes building stronger emotional awareness and more effective communication habits. Progress often focuses on small, doable changes that fit into daily life.
If someone is considering therapy, the next step is to use the platform’s matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people notice and name their emotions and the patterns that follow. It can be useful for understanding repeated relationship or attachment patterns and for learning new ways to respond to strong feelings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying values and taking actions that align with those values while learning to live with uncomfortable internal experiences.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then adapt techniques from EFT, ACT, or cognitive behavioral strategies as needed. This is a collaborative process where the client’s feedback shapes what gets tried next.
The original biography does not state which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions fit better into busy schedules because they remove travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and can be scheduled around work and caregiving. Online sessions also make it easier to practice skills in real-life settings and to bring specific recent interactions into the conversation for in-the-moment reflection.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, self-esteem and motivation. Additional focuses include attachment issues, abandonment, blended family concerns, and end-of-life grief.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside acceptance and commitment, client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavior approaches. Sessions emphasize identifying emotions and practicing practical skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience working in behavioral health settings and holds a doctorate in health sciences.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and works from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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