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Michele Downey

Therapist
38 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Grief or loss
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complex cycle of mood disorders or addiction within your family? My practice is a creative sanctuary designed for those who need a roadmap through the healthcare maze to find the best possible care for themselves or their loved ones. Using a solution-oriented, 12-step based approach, I specialize in unique, intervention-based programs tailored to your family's specific needs and budget. Whether through my recovery groups or individual, couples, and marriage therapy, we will work together to restore balance and hope. Your path to healing starts here,

My approach to therapy

Healing is a journey best shared with those who truly understand the path. As a Master Recovery Life Coach, I provide a creative, team-based approach to help you reach your goals faster. By blending expertise with lived recovery experience, I offer a solution-oriented space for you to thrive. Reach out today to start your next chapter together.

What you can expect from me

There are many ways to recover. I have overcome many of the same issues. I have co-authored and published "Feeling Terrific: 4 strategies using Mood Regulation Therapy" with Dr. Namir Damluji and Renee Sievert, found on Amazon. I have several e-books on Kindle and Amazon. Your path to healing starts here, schedule with me to begin.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Creative, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    38 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at University of New Mexico
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Grief or loss
  • More specialties
    Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Somatic, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Parent Management Training (PMT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Gestalt, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavioral
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English