Licensed clinical social worker recordConnecticut
Michele Brownstein, LCSW
Connecticut
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 58.007088
- NPI
- 1740805324
- Experience
- 27 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Connecticut
These details come from information Michele supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Communication skills
About Michele
Michele Brownstein is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut with 27 years of clinical experience helping people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression, and major life changes. She focuses on practical ways to manage day-to-day pressures and improve how people relate to others.
She works with clients to identify patterns that feed anxiety and depression. Sessions often include straightforward skills for coping with strong feelings and strategies for handling transitions. Communication problems and forgiveness are common topics she helps people address so relationships can feel more manageable.
Michele favors clear, actionable work in session. Clients can expect to talk through recent problems, try new ways of responding, and set small goals between meetings. The emphasis is on usable tools rather than abstract theories.
Her style draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. Over nearly three decades she has guided people through job changes, loss, conflict, and other stressors. She keeps the focus on what will help in everyday life.
People who reach out typically want practical progress on specific issues. Michele helps them build better communication habits, manage anxiety, and find steadier ground during transitions. To start, she asks about the immediate problems and a few recent life details so the first sessions can be focused and productive.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Michele’s practice draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Cognitive-style approaches focus on how thoughts influence feelings and behavior, helping people reframe unhelpful thinking to reduce anxiety and depression. Behavioral strategies encourage small, practical steps to change routines and build healthier habits useful during life transitions.She also uses interpersonal-focused techniques that clarify communication patterns and improve how people relate to others. These approaches help when relationship strain or communication problems are a major part of the stress someone brings to sessions. The therapist works collaboratively to select or combine techniques that match the person’s goals and situation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Michele will help you decide what methods to try based on your needs, goals, and preferences, and she will adjust the plan if something isn’t helping.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family, and medical appointments, and can reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or phone-only conversations when video is not practical. Ask about the available formats when you schedule your first session.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Michele works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Communication problems and forgiveness are additional focus areas.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical skills. Sessions emphasize problem-solving, communication practice, and manageable steps between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 27 years of clinical experience. That background informs her practical approach to common life stresses.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Connecticut. Her profile lists Connecticut as the location.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform details for the exact fee structure tied to location.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That start helps match goals and logistics before the first meeting.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers