Michelle Johnson-Dupre

I've long been drawn to the dance between the psychological and the spiritual. As I journeyed my own early path of discovery, it lead me to studies in psychology, classic literature, and theology in undergraduate, and then later Buddhist psychotherapy and meditation, and depth psychology in graduate school. I received my graduate degree from Naropa University's Transpersonal Counseling Psychology program in 2003, and am licensed in WI (LPC) and MN (LPCC). I am a practitioner of shamatha-vipassyana meditation, and have a well-established background of working for various therapy group practices in MN and WI.

Education

2003, Naropa University, MA in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology.

1998, College of St. Benedict, BA in Psychology; 1997 study abroad in Beibei, China.

As a lifelong student of East and West methodologies, I blend Person-Centered, CBT, Gestalt, depth psychology, somatic, and Buddhist psychology views. I also take a trauma-informed, IFS-informed, EFT-informed approach. I spent many years exploring Christian mysticism and theology before finding my own path and practice in Tibetan Buddhism for the past 20+ years, and I welcome heartfelt conversations about any psycho-spiritual path.

My approach emphasizes your innate wholeness and health--that you already have what you need. My goal is to help you uncover new corners of yourself, and gain new insights. The approach I use ranges from collaborative to direct, offering you my attention, presence, attunement, humor, and curiosity.

I best support the committed traveler, whether new or seasoned, who is willing to try new skills, and seeks to go beyond habitual patterns. Some of the themes I help clients address are:

Meaning Making and Values exploration

Anxiety disorders

Depressive disorders

Chronic Illness

Death & Dying

Inattention

Self-worth and self-esteem

Identity

Parenting

Women's Issues

Issues related to one's spiritual practice

My hope is that you are able to experience an element of surprise in your own knowing, a trust in yourself and your skills, and courageousness in your own journey.