Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Michelle Silva-Mera, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 099370
- NPI
- 1548744048
- Experience
- 4 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
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
- Relationship concerns
- Self esteem work
About Michelle
Michelle Silva-Mera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with four years of professional experience. She helps people tackle stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and the disruption that comes with life changes. Her work includes attention to abandonment, attachment issues, infidelity, panic attacks, social anxiety, and family problems.
Michelle focuses on practical conversation and clear goals. Sessions are straightforward and centered on what the person wants to change. She listens for patterns that get in the way and suggests steps to try between meetings. The emphasis is on concrete skills and habits that can reduce worry and improve day-to-day functioning.
Her approach balances talk and action. People can expect discussion of thoughts and feelings alongside exercises that build coping, confidence, and better communication. When panic or social fear comes up, she helps people break the experience into manageable parts and test safer responses.
Michelle adapts how she works to fit a person's rhythm and practical constraints. She draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide interventions. Progress is tracked through small, measurable steps so people can see what is changing.
She practices in New York and conducts sessions in English. Before booking, people should confirm the current session formats offered. To begin, users follow the site process to review options and schedule a first appointment.
BHow sessions work
Approaches used and how online sessions are handled
Michelle works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and building new coping behaviors. Cognitive-style approaches look at thinking patterns that increase anxiety and depression, and teach practical strategies to shift those patterns. These approaches can help with panic attacks, social anxiety, and low mood by breaking problems into specific thoughts and actions.She also uses behavioral techniques that target what people do day to day. That can include gradual exposure for panic or social fears, activity planning to counter depression, and communication exercises for relationship concerns. These strategies help people practice different responses and measure small gains over time.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients and the therapist choose methods together so the work fits personal needs and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discuss format preferences when scheduling to match session length and structure to everyday routines.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment issues, infidelity, panic attacks, social anxiety, and family problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical conversation paired with actionable steps. The focus is on skills and habits people can use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience as a clinician.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How do sessions and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm the full pricing details during the sign-up steps.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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