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Michelle Jackson

Michelle Jackson, LCSW

Missouri

Licensed clinical social worker - stress and trauma

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Missouri
LCSW, licence 2024044142
NPI
1447261110
Experience
24 years
Languages
English
Location
Missouri

These details come from information Michelle 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
  • LGBT concerns
  • Grief and loss

About Michelle

Michelle Jackson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri with 24 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, and grief. Michelle focuses on practical problems people bring from everyday life, like communication breakdowns and caregiver strain.

She helps people manage panic, posttraumatic stress, mood changes, and the stress of midlife transitions. Michelle also supports individuals dealing with adoption and foster care histories, aging and geriatric issues, and hospice or end-of-life concerns. Her practice includes attention to family of origin problems, forgiveness, guilt, and shame.

Michelle describes her approach as trauma-informed and person-centered. In sessions she listens for what matters most and works on strategies that fit a person’s daily routines. Conversations may cover coping skills, communication techniques, and ways to handle control and avoidance patterns.

She brings experience with people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, immigration difficulties, and the pressures faced by first responders. Michelle also notes attention to issues tied to sexuality and the effects of prejudice and discrimination on well-being.

Sessions are intended to be practical and paced to the individual. Michelle encourages small, usable changes that reduce stress and improve interactions with others. To begin, prospective clients follow the site’s matching steps and schedule an initial session to see if her style fits their needs.

BHow sessions work

How evidence-based techniques translate to online work

Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and grief. Trauma-informed work here means recognizing how past harms affect current behavior and building small skills to reduce reactivity and manage reminders. That approach helps with posttraumatic stress, panic, and managing intense feelings.

She also applies focused strategies for anxiety and stress that emphasize practical coping tools. These techniques break larger problems into manageable steps, such as slowing a panic attack or improving daily routines to reduce overwhelm.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client decide together which methods fit the client’s goals and day-to-day life. Michelle checks in regularly and adjusts methods based on how a person responds.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, remote work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time around work or caregiving duties. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and communication strategies to work well in an online setting while keeping the focus on practical change.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

24+ years

Listed in

Missouri

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, and grief. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, and end-of-life issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is trauma-informed and person-centered, emphasizing practical strategies and attention to a person’s values and daily life. Sessions focus on skills and clearer communication.

How much experience does she have?

She has 24 years of experience working in clinical social work. That spans a range of issues from trauma to caregiving and aging concerns.

Is she licensed and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri. Location is listed as Missouri.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can she work with clients outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What are the session formats available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options on the booking page before scheduling.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform details for pricing information.

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