Michelle Evans

Compassionate counselor blending practical strategies

LPC, LMHC Missouri

Experience: 18 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Michelle

Michelle Evans is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 18 years of clinical experience working across settings that include foster care, residential programs, independent living homes, and substance use treatment.

Background and approach

She draws on a range of evidence-informed strategies to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addiction, anger, and self-esteem challenges while navigating life changes and ADHD-related concerns.

Her approach centers on the person in front of her, blending cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered and dialectical behavior methods to create practical, skills-based work tailored to each client’s needs. Michelle also uses motivational interviewing and mindfulness practices when appropriate, aiming to strengthen coping, communication, and decision-making.

Her background includes work with adults, children, and couples, and she has direct experience with family systems and co-occurring conditions. Based in Missouri, Michelle frames therapy as collaborative problem solving.

She meets clients where they are, helping them set realistic goals and build tools for long-term change while honoring each individual’s pace and preferences.

How practical approaches translate to online therapy

Michelle frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her online work. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and many everyday challenges. DBT combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to help clients manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Finding the right blend of methods is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each client to determine which techniques fit their goals, preferences, and life context, and adjusts the approach as progress is made. That partnership helps tailor session content and practice exercises to what will be most helpful for the individual.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent care from home or another convenient location. These formats allow for regular skill practice, check-ins between sessions, and scheduling that accommodates work and family demands while continuing evidence-informed CBT and DBT work.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Michelle commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, anger, and ADHD as primary concerns, along with related issues such as attachment, codependency, and communication problems.

What is her general therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and client-centered, using practical, skills-based strategies and meeting clients where they are in their recovery or growth process.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 18 years of experience working in a variety of settings including foster care, residential programs, independent living homes, and substance use treatment.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She holds LPC and LMHC credentials with license details MO LPC 2011002383 and WA LMHC LH61604240, and she practices from Missouri.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English only and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin therapy?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsAnger managementCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Missouri, Washington

Languages

English