LMHC

Michelle Skoien, LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Michelle is a LMHC therapist in Florida.

25+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Grief
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Michelle

Michelle Skoien is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 25 years of experience supporting people through life transitions and emotional challenges. She centers her work on the idea of resiliency - the capacity to bounce back after difficult experiences - and approaches each client with the expectation that healing and growth are possible. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, parenting concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes, along with related areas such as forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, and self-love.

In sessions she teaches practical skills intended to restore balance across physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual domains. Clients learn tools to manage feelings connected to loss or trauma, and strategies to increase calmness and confidence. She also provides guidance and skill-building for children to improve coping and functioning in classroom settings. Michelle creates a welcoming, comfortable environment where learning and practice are central to progress.

Drawing on a long history of helping individuals navigate adversity, she aims to instill a hopeful perspective. Her practice reflects a commitment to perseverance and the belief that suffering can lead to strength and renewed purpose, a concept she often frames with reference to Romans 5:3-4.

Therapeutic approaches in online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual's experience and emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect. In this approach the therapist creates a supportive space for clients to explore feelings and values, which can be helpful for issues like self-esteem, grief, and life purpose.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and the behaviors that follow. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and managing day-to-day coping by teaching practical skills and structured strategies.

Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of thoughts and sensations. This approach can reduce reactivity to stress and support emotional regulation across a range of concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michelle works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online sessions - including video calls, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care from home or another convenient location. These options offer flexibility in how and when people engage with licensed professionals and therapists while accessing the same core therapeutic tools used in traditional settings.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Michelle Skoien have?

Michelle Skoien has 25 years of experience working with individuals facing a range of life challenges.

Is Michelle Skoien a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license in Florida is listed as FL LMHC MH6482.

In which languages does Michelle Skoien provide therapy?

Michelle Skoien provides therapy in English.

Where is Michelle Skoien located?

Michelle Skoien practices in Florida.

How can I work with Michelle Skoien as my therapist?

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

Does Michelle Skoien work with international clients?

Michelle Skoien does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michelle Skoien 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.