A Journal of Social Work, Justice & Healing
A chapter of the Healing Blooms story

Therapy rooted in
care &
connection.

An archive of therapeutic services and approaches previously offered through Healing Blooms, preserved here as part of Michelle’s professional journey.

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Support areas

Ways we can work together

Each path is paced with care—always collaborative, reflective, and rooted in dignity.

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Individual Therapy

One-on-one support for life transitions, emotional overwhelm, and personal growth—paced to meet you where you are.

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Grief & Loss

For those processing loss of a loved one, pets, identity shifts, or life changes. You don’t have to carry it alone.

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Anxiety Support

Help with chronic worry, overthinking, burnout, and feeling “on edge,” with grounding and nervous-system tools.

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Life Transitions

Support during relationship changes, breakups, divorce, or major shifts—rebuilding stability and self-connection.

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Self-Worth

Building confidence, self-trust, and a kinder inner relationship—exploring old patterns and boundaries with care.

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Trauma-Informed Care

A gentle, client-led approach to past experiences that still shape the present—centered on safety and pacing.

Individual therapy session in a calm office
Individual Support

01 / Individual Therapy

A space to better understand yourself

Individual therapy provides a confidential, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences with a licensed social worker.

Whether navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or seeking personal growth, therapy can be a place to better understand yourself and create meaningful change.

The practice drew on cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, client-centered, and narrative therapy—allowing each person autonomy in their therapeutic experience.

Personal Growth Life Transitions Anxiety Support Stress Management

02 / EMDR Therapy

Healing from the past, grounded in the present

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is an evidence-based therapy designed to help people heal from trauma, distressing experiences, and deeply rooted emotional patterns.

Rather than focusing only on talking through painful memories, EMDR helps the brain reprocess them so they no longer feel as overwhelming or intrusive. Clients remain fully present and in control throughout the process.


EMDR may help with

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Grief and loss
  • Negative self-beliefs
  • Anxiety and panic
  • Relational trauma
  • Performance anxiety
EMDR therapy session with bilateral stimulation
Trauma-Informed Care
Couples therapy session focused on reconnection
Relationship Support

03 / Couples Therapy

Reconnect, rebuild, and rediscover—together

Every relationship faces challenges. Couples therapy provides a supportive space for partners to better understand each other, improve communication, and reconnect with shared goals and values.

Sessions focused on identifying unhelpful patterns, navigating differences with respect, rebuilding trust, and developing healthier ways of relating. Therapy was never about assigning blame, but about fostering understanding, collaboration, and growth.

FAQs

A few common questions

Yes. I am currently in network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), UnitedHealthcare (UHC), UMR, and Caterpillar Network. Self-pay options are also available, and superbills can be provided for out-of-network reimbursement.

Yes. Telehealth sessions are available through SimplePractice, a secure and HIPAA-compliant platform, so you can attend from the comfort of your own space.

Please let me know at least 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice, or missed appointments, are charged the full session fee.

Yes. The building has elevator access. If you have specific accessibility needs, feel free to reach out ahead of time.

The Healing Blooms Approach

Thoughtful by nature. Human at heart.

My writing takes an eclectic, culturally humble approach, drawing on trauma-informed care, client-centered practice, narrative storytelling, and cognitive approaches to everyday challenges.

Each post offers readers insight and choice, so you can take what resonates and leave the rest. Sharing your own story can feel scary but brave, and I’m honored that you’re here to read, reflect, and grow with me.

“Healing is not linear. You are the expert in your own life.”

— Healing Blooms