Michelle Gilio, LPC

Michelle Gilio is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with more than 15 years of professional experience. She has worked across the lifespan, supporting young children, teens, couples, and adults in both individual and group therapy settings. Her practice focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety and motivation, relationship and communication challenges, self-esteem, and confidence, and she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients build skills and insight.

Michelle emphasizes creating an open and nonjudgmental space where clients can share thoughts and feelings honestly. She collaborates with each person to identify goals, explore patterns, and develop practical strategies that fit their daily life. Whether a client is navigating grief, parenting challenges, career transitions, ADHD, or the effects of trauma and abuse, Michelle aims to meet people where they are and support steady progress.

Taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and Michelle acknowledges and honors that decision. As an LPC - a licensed professional trained to provide counseling and psychotherapy - she brings experience, empathy, and a commitment to helping clients build confidence and resilience.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s concerns. One common approach focuses on skills-based strategies that teach concrete tools for managing stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges - these techniques help clients develop coping routines and practical ways to handle difficult moments. Another area emphasizes relational and communication work to improve interactions in couples and family relationships, supporting clearer boundaries and healthier patterns. A third focus offers supportive processing for grief, trauma, and self-esteem work, guiding clients to explore emotions and build resilience at a comfortable pace.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Michelle works with clients to identify goals, try different strategies, and adjust the plan based on what fits each individual’s needs, preferences, and progress. This partnership helps ensure therapy is relevant and effective for daily life.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging brings practical benefits - it increases scheduling flexibility, reduces travel time, and makes consistent care more accessible for people with busy lives or mobility limits. Licensed professionals can deliver meaningful support through these formats while adapting methods to work well in virtual sessions.