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- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Michel
Michel Gotwals is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, depression, career questions, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts conversations and plans to fit each person's situation. In sessions she listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, helps name those patterns, and works with people to try different ways of responding. Practical steps and small experiments are common parts of the work.
Michel also addresses issues that can affect later stages of life, such as hospice and end-of-life counseling, and touches on concerns like infidelity, jealousy, and intellectual disability when those topics are relevant. She brings two and a half decades of experience to cases involving veterans and armed forces issues.
Her style is direct and focused on what will help between sessions as well as during them. Treatment plans are written with clear goals and steps, and progress is reviewed regularly. The emphasis is on clear communication and measurable change rather than vague promises.
To begin, interested people follow the site's matching process and schedule a first session. Subscription billing is used for sessions and can be canceled at any time. Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are arranged.
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How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Many clinicians use evidence-based techniques that focus on changing behaviors and processing difficult experiences. Behavioral approaches concentrate on specific actions and routines to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning; they are often helpful for depression, ADHD, and mood regulation. Trauma-focused methods help people process hurtful events and reduce the ways those events continue to cause pain in relationships and intimacy.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, past experiences, and what feels most useful, then recommend techniques to try. Plans are reviewed and adjusted based on what is working for the client.
The biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for more flexible appointment times. Phone sessions can be used for shorter check-ins or when video is not possible, and video can support face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Discuss format preferences during the matching questionnaire and first session to find the best practical fit.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Focus areas include relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, self-esteem, depression, career matters, bipolar, and ADHD. Additional areas include hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity, intellectual disability, jealousy, and veteran and armed forces issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps sessions practical. The work often includes identifying patterns, setting clear goals, and trying small behavior changes between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience as a clinician. That experience covers a wide range of relationship and trauma-related issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker, shown as LISW, and practices from Ohio. No additional license details are provided here.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know how the therapist meets with clients.
How is billing handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on your chosen plan and location.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to the initial appointment steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.