Michelle Clisby, LCSW

Michelle Clisby is licensed in California and brings ten years of professional experience supporting people through relationship struggles, family conflicts, motivation challenges, low self-esteem, confidence concerns, and depression. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she combines clinical training with a practical, empathetic approach to help clients explore thoughts and emotions and develop new ways of coping.

Michelle creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can share what matters to them and feel heard. She focuses on collaboration, working with each person to identify goals and practical steps toward greater well-being. Michelle understands that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and she offers steady support throughout that process.

Practical Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michelle draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, build coping skills, and address concerns like depression, anxiety, and stress. These approaches focus on actionable strategies and skills that can be practiced between sessions to support steady progress.

She also offers family-focused therapy aimed at improving communication, resolving conflicts, and supporting parenting and blended family challenges. This work often involves helping family members understand one another and learn new ways to interact that reduce tension and promote connection.

In addition, Michelle provides coaching-style support to help clients with motivation, self-esteem, career decisions, and goal setting. That approach emphasizes practical steps, accountability, and skill development to move toward desired changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michelle works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility and make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. These formats allow clients to connect from their own location, maintain continuity of care, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.