Michelle Belisle

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over 10 years experience in mental health working in a nonprofit agency, youth residential treatment, and one-on-one ABA. Driven by life experiences and motivation to make a difference, I understand and empathize. I am dedicated to helping find resources to overcome stress and unexpected challenges. Inspired by a long time friend/mentor, I empower and remind individuals, 'you are stronger than what you are feeling right now.'

I use a combination of Solution Focused, Person-Centered, CBT, and DBT that may help meet clients' needs depending on each individual's unique circumstances. I assist people in identifying problematic pattern behavior, reflect on how their experiences in life have shaped these patterns, and challenge clients to discuss possible solutions to experience problems in a new way.

When you feel alone and hopeless, it is difficult to identify strength and resiliency. I strive to assist with this. I provide a safe space free of judgment. I guide people in learning to tolerate new and different ways to experience the world and create lasting change. My goal is to help discover self-worth, courage, and strength. I believe quality of life is directly related to quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge gained from experiences.