Michele Fitzgerald , LPCC

Michele Fitzgerald is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Minnesota who brings 25 years of experience to her work. She began her career in the 1980s working with adolescents in substance abuse treatment and over time has worked in diverse settings, including Kodiak, Alaska and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her background also includes adoption and birth parent counseling as well as social work in hospital and long-term care environments, giving her a broad perspective on recovery and wellness.

Michele values the evolution of behavioral health and alcohol and drug counseling, reflecting on a time when those fields were treated separately. She views recovery as synonymous with wellness and believes strength often develops through adversity. Michele emphasizes listening as a core part of her approach and treats mistakes as chances to learn and grow.

Clients who seek a thoughtful listener and a counselor focused on practical growth may find Michele a good match. She holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and maintains clinical hours in Minnesota. Availability includes Thursdays from 4:00 to 8:00 pm for those who prefer that time window.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Michele Fitzgerald

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship and listens closely to each person's experience. It helps people who want a supportive environment to explore feelings, make decisions, and build self-understanding.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into more balanced patterns. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning by teaching practical skills and coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends acceptance and change strategies and teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT can be beneficial for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michele collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists adapt these models to each situation so the work feels practical and tailored.

Online therapy offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule care around work, family, or other responsibilities. These options allow people to receive consistent support from a distance while maintaining continuity of care and making attendance simpler for busy lives.