Therapist profile
Michelle Adler, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Relationships and Parenting
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- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT related concerns
- Parenting support
About Michelle
Michelle Adler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 18 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and parenting strains. She also supports people facing issues such as ADHD, sleep or eating struggles, anger, low self-esteem, and career or life-change stress.
Michelle places attention on what each person already brings to therapy. She treats the client as the expert on their own life and uses that knowledge as a starting point. Sessions involve talking through current problems, clarifying goals, and practicing workable steps to change day-to-day patterns.
Her style is straightforward and practical. Conversations focus on what is happening now, what gets in the way, and what small changes might help. She listens to personal history when it helps explain present behavior, but time is spent on concrete skills and decisions too.
Clients who have struggled with attachment, abandonment, blended family issues, or family-of-origin problems will find these topics addressed in sessions. Other focus areas include first responder stress, codependency and difficulties related to gender dysphoria or identity exploration.
Michelle offers coaching-style support alongside therapeutic work when helpful. She helps people weigh options, set boundaries, and try new approaches at home or work. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online work fits in
Michelle uses evidence-based techniques that focus on present problems and practical change. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches specific strategies for managing anxiety, anger, sleep, or eating disruptions. This involves clear steps and practice between sessions to test what helps in daily life.Another frequent strand is attachment-focused discussion. That looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people try new ways of relating, setting boundaries, or repairing trust. This can be useful for those dealing with abandonment or blended family challenges.
Finding the right approach often takes a few conversations. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify priorities, try techniques, and adjust direction based on what works and what does not. This is a shared process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
If you prefer remote sessions, confirm what formats are currently offered before booking. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into a busy week, makes scheduling easier around caregiving or work, and allows quicker check-ins when a short session is needed. Ask about the available session options when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of home and parenting issues does she address?
She works with parents and adults on parenting strain, blended family problems, family-of-origin issues, and relationship difficulties. The focus is on practical steps you can use at home.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a direct, practical approach that treats the client as the expert on their life. Sessions focus on current problems, goal setting, and small, actionable changes.
How many years of clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to people overseas?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.