Michelle Singleton, LCSW, CSW

Michelle Singleton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and CSW who provides therapy to adults ages 18 and older in New Jersey. With nine years of clinical experience, she works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, trauma and abuse, relationship and parenting challenges, ADHD, compassion fatigue, career issues, anger, and LGBT-related matters. Michelle brings a supportive, encouraging, hopeful, and often humorous approach to therapy, helping clients develop practical coping skills and greater resilience while honoring each person’s unique strengths and goals.

Her practice integrates evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered work, and mindfulness practices, allowing care to be tailored to individual needs. Michelle’s interest in mental health began early in her college career and continued as she pursued education as an adult student. She emphasizes connecting clients with community resources when helpful and collaborating to find realistic, personalized strategies for change.

Outside of her professional work, Michelle values continuing education and enjoys beach and camping trips, spending time with pets, and being with family and friends. She aims to create a warm, practical, and strength-focused space for adults seeking support through life’s challenges.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Michelle uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions because it emphasizes living in line with what matters most rather than trying to eliminate uncomfortable emotions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another key approach she uses; it focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with more effective strategies. CBT is often helpful for depression, anxiety, and problems with coping skills.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills may be incorporated when emotional regulation, intense reactions, or relationship patterns become major concerns. DBT offers practical tools for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Michelle works with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Michelle is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different formats, and access support from familiar surroundings while working with a licensed professional.