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Michelle Taverner, LMSW

Licensed therapist guiding practical, faith-informed growth
  • CBT and solution-focused
  • Faith-informed support
  • Parenting and family help

About Michelle Taverner

Michelle Taverner, LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), brings 13 years of professional experience to her work helping people move out of stagnant patterns and toward clearer purpose and goals. She combines personal insight with years of practice as a therapist and group leader to support individuals across a range of ages and life stages, including those who wish to explore faith-informed direction such as finding God’s plan for their life.

Her clinical work emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - explained simply as the idea that thoughts influence emotions and behavior - and Solution-Focused Therapy, paired with a client-centered stance that prioritizes each person’s goals. Michelle offers practical, goal-oriented strategies alongside empathetic support to help clients take actionable steps toward change.

Michelle’s areas of focus include stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, parenting and career challenges, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. She also works with autism and Asperger syndrome, forgiveness issues, intellectual disability, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, midlife transition, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), social anxiety and phobia, women's issues, and young adult concerns.

When someone is ready to begin, Michelle provides steady, collaborative guidance and helps clients build skills they can use beyond sessions. She practices in Michigan and offers therapy in English for those seeking a supportive, purpose-oriented approach.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeForgivenessIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Michelle Taverner have?

Michelle Taverner has 13 years of experience.

Is Michelle Taverner a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the LMSW credential. License details: MI LMSW 6801084942.

In which languages does Michelle Taverner provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Michelle Taverner located?

She is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Michelle Taverner as my therapist?

You can work with Michelle Taverner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michelle Taverner work with international clients?

Michelle Taverner does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michelle Taverner cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For most common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with their therapist in the format that works best for them: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to fit consistent care into a busy life.

Licensed professionals provide treatment in these formats, and clients have the option to change therapists if they would like a different fit. For many, remote therapy offers an accessible, practical way to work toward meaningful change with a trained therapist.

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