Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Michelle Lesesne-De Santis, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Career and Life Changes
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW7550
- NPI
- 1922217603
- Experience
- 25 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
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
- Self esteem work
- Career coaching
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Michelle
Michelle Lesesne-De Santis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on self-esteem, career concerns, coping with life changes, professional coaching, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses body image, cancer-related adjustment, communication problems, disaster recovery, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, midlife transition, self-love, traumatic brain injury issues, and women’s concerns.
Her way of working is practical and conversational. She listens to what is causing stress and helps people name the problems clearly. Sessions aim to build motivation, increase confidence, and create manageable steps for change rather than only talking about feelings.
Michelle uses tools from several approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She adapts methods to suit what a person needs that week, whether that is setting small goals, practicing mindful exercises, or reworking unhelpful thoughts.
Clients can expect straightforward plans and short-term coaching when that fits the problem. She often focuses on improving communication, decision-making about work, and coping strategies for sudden or ongoing life changes.
Michelle speaks English and practices in Florida. She does not accept international clients. To begin, people follow the site's matching and scheduling steps to arrange an initial session.
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Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, committed actions toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help people struggling with motivation, life changes, and problems that keep returning.Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening closely and following the client’s pace. It is useful when someone needs space to sort out priorities, build confidence, or make career decisions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Michelle will work with each person to try methods that match their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques as needs change. This means a mix of goal-setting, mindful practice, and talking through stories people tell about themselves.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into busy schedules and reducing travel time so therapy can occur around work or family commitments. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. The focus is on delivering approaches that fit everyday life and help people take manageable steps toward clearer decisions and better coping strategies.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She helps people with self-esteem, career concerns, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue, plus related areas like body image and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversational style drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy to set concrete goals and steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience working with motivation, confidence, and career-related concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and practices in that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify particular formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers