About Michelle McGivern
Michelle McGivern, LMSW, is a therapist at A Healing Place, llc, and a fully licensed clinical social worker. Michelle completed her Bachelor's of the Arts in Psychology and Women's Studies, and her Master's of Social Work in Interpersonal Practice and Mental Health, both at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Michelle has over twelve years of experience providing outpatient therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. Michelle's areas of experience and expertise include: women's issues, adolescent issues, eating disorders, body image concerns, self-harm, trauma, domestic violence, survivors of sexual assault, human sexuality, gender identity, depression, anxiety, difficult life transitions, familial and relationship issues. Michelle has experience providing treatment for many clinical diagnoses, including: Mood Disorders (including Major Depressive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Gender Identity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Personality Disorders, Eating Disorders, Adjustment Disorders, and more.
Michelle has completed post-graduate training in several evidenced based practices, and uses many different types of therapeutic interventions, including: Solution Focused, Empowerment, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Michelle approaches therapy from a holistic standpoint, helping people identify needs related to their emotional, psychological, and relational health. Michelle's mission in providing therapy is to assist clients in building upon natural strengths and developing coping skills to increase a person's ability to manage their emotions effectively, resulting in improved self-esteem, increased ability to handle difficult life situations, and improved quality of interpersonal relationships. Michelle believes that the therapeutic relationship can be a catalyst for change; by creating a non-judgmental environment with unconditional positive regard, clients are able to identify possibilities for positive transformation in their lives.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Women's Studies, University of Michigan
- Master of Social Work in Interpersonal Practice and Mental Health, University of Michigan
Other Certifications & Credentials
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