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Michelle Srader, LCSW

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Michelle. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Michelle is an excellent therapist. She’s a great listener, very open-minded and caring, gives useful and thoughtful words/suggestions. She really helps me to put things in perspective and feel better. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed November 2023

Michelle and I have been working together for a year and it has been so impactful. I cannot recommend her highly enough!

Reviewed December 2022

More about Michelle

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas with 11 years of experience helping people make positive changes in their life.

Mental Health is not just a career for me, it’s a passion. My goal is to collaborate with you in a therapeutic environment and help you understand your journey; while implementing change. Throughout our lives we all go through difficult times and challenges, but you don’t have to go down these roads alone. Together, we can help you heal wounds from the past and achieve a stronger sense of self. I want to empower you to create not only a life you want, but a life you love. Sometimes, life just happens and obstacles get in our way. Together, we can navigate around those obstacles and chose a path that’s right for you. Life is about choices, but sometimes you just need help making them.

I began my social work career working for Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. There I worked with families and children of all ages who were victims of domestic violence, child abuse and neglect.

I earned my graduate degree from the University of Houston and was trained in trauma work at The United States Department of Veteran Affairs. I am trained in many different treatment modalities including; Prolonged exposure, Cognitive Behavior therapy , motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, grief therapy, and solution focus to name a few. I believe in a holistic and integrative approach for treatment. I believe the best results come from treatment thats is tailored to meet the needs of the individual.

Currently, I provide therapeutic treatments for individuals, couples, and children of gender diverse populations, addressing a broad range of issues including: sexuality, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, sexual assaults, personality disorders, PTSD, life transitions, spirituality and personal growth.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Michelle Srader's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689073629.

  • LCSW · Texas · 59384 · Expires April 2026

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.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Michelle Srader

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Helpful Understanding Caring Excellent Fantastic Great Helping Listens Best therapist

Michelle is an excellent therapist. She’s a great listener, very open-minded and caring, gives useful and thoughtful words/suggestions. She really helps me to put things in perspective and feel better. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed November 2023

Michelle and I have been working together for a year and it has been so impactful. I cannot recommend her highly enough!

Reviewed December 2022

Michelle is a fantastic therapist! She is an excellent listener, very empathetic and understanding, kind, patient, does not judge you and is very helpful when it comes it solutions. I've seen a lot of therapists and she is by far the best therapist that I've ever had! I highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2022

Michelle was very empathic and willing to listen to my problems. She gave me lots of good advice, and I feel more confident about managing my anxiety!

Reviewed November 2022

She was dedicated to helping me and being there for me and helping me see the truth.

Reviewed September 2022

Michelle has really had my back and supported me through figuring out my trauma and general struggles with life. She’s been a great help and I would recommend her to anyone

Reviewed May 2022

Best therapist I've ever had, hands down.

Reviewed May 2022

She is amazing!

Reviewed May 2022

I just love her all my personalities love her

Reviewed February 2022

I’ve been working with Michelle for a while now, and I’m completely satisfied with my experiences with her. She’s very caring, understanding, listens completely and offers a safe place to talk. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed February 2022

Michelle is fantastic! She meets you on your level, without judgement or pressure and lets you set the pace. She listens and provides real live applications that have almost immediate effect for the positive. I am thankful for the chance to work with Michelle!

Reviewed January 2022

I appreciate her a lot.

Reviewed November 2021

She’s supportive and helpful and easy to talk to!

Reviewed November 2021

Extremely helpful.

Reviewed November 2021

She was very good at listening to me understanding my needs and wants and to be able to recognise some things that we can work on as a team and I very much appreciate your insight and teach me new things as well

Reviewed November 2021

You’re awesome

Reviewed November 2021

I like her vibe and spirits it’s very colorful almost like you’re talking to a friend and not a shrink she doesn’t talk to you like you have a problem and it don’t feel like I’m having therapy sessions so that’s really good

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michelle Srader offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michelle Srader 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 Srader speak?

Michelle Srader speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michelle Srader have?

Michelle Srader has 8 years of experience.

Where is Michelle Srader licensed to practice?

Michelle Srader is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Michelle Srader accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Michelle Srader accepts 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 Srader offer?

Michelle Srader offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Michelle Srader?

Michelle Srader 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 Srader?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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