I don't know what I would do if I hadn't found her!! She has helped me with so many things since we started our sessions. She's awesome
Dr. Michelle Blake, 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 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Tennessee and Indiana
Recent reviews
Dr. Blake has been such a blessing, I look forward to our sessions as I feel it is catching up with a friend. She offers advice when needed but most importantly listens to me and makes me feel heard and understood. She goes out of her way to give other tools for me outside of our sessions. I can't say enough good things about Dr Blake.
More about Michelle
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Tennessee and Indiana, with 11 years of professional practice experience and over 25 years in higher education. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Avoidant personality
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Family of origin issues
Fertility issues
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Dr. Michelle Blake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508990136.
- LCSW · Tennessee · 8160 · Expires October 2025
- LCSW · Indiana · 34004767A · 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.
- 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Michelle Blake
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I don't know what I would do if I hadn't found her!! She has helped me with so many things since we started our sessions. She's awesome
Dr. Blake has been such a blessing, I look forward to our sessions as I feel it is catching up with a friend. She offers advice when needed but most importantly listens to me and makes me feel heard and understood. She goes out of her way to give other tools for me outside of our sessions. I can't say enough good things about Dr Blake.
She had been so helpful and good at what she does.
Dr. Blake is a good listener but she also speaks about issues or subjects that I bring up. I was told therapists just listen and say nothing. I’m pleasantly surprised that’s not the case with her. I highly recommend her!
She is a great doctor. She listens to me. Right at the beginning I knew I could let go and tell her everything and I did. I probably overwhelmed her at first because there was a lot! She , I think even said wow! She's great!
Dr. Blake is a phenomenal provider. She is compassionate, with a wealth of resources and information.
Dr. Blake was very experienced and able to quickly assess a starting point. Highly recommend.
Dr Blake has been a terrific listener and has given me some great tips thus far. I look forward to continuing to improve my well being with her help.
She is very good at what she does and explains and listens very well
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Michelle Blake offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Michelle Blake 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 Dr. Michelle Blake speak?
Dr. Michelle Blake speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michelle Blake have?
Dr. Michelle Blake has 13 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Michelle Blake licensed to practice?
Dr. Michelle Blake is licensed to practice in Tennessee and Indiana.
Does Dr. Michelle Blake accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Michelle Blake 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 Dr. Michelle Blake offer?
Dr. Michelle Blake offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Dr. Michelle Blake?
Dr. Michelle Blake 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 Dr. Michelle Blake?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.