Michelle Stanton White , LMFT

Michelle Stanton White brings a thoughtful, practical approach to therapy shaped by a prior career in the computer industry and nine years of clinical experience. She left a successful technology role to train as a marriage and family therapist, and now combines analytical clarity with a warm therapeutic presence to help people navigate anxiety, grief, depression, and difficult relationships. Michelle is an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - a credential that reflects specialized training in relationships and family dynamics.

She works collaboratively with clients, helping them identify self-defeating patterns, shift unhelpful perspectives, and make choices that align with their values and goals. Michelle may draw from empirically supported methods such as Cognitive Behavioral techniques, Solution-Focused strategies, Strategic Family approaches, and Motivational Interviewing, selecting what fits each person or family. Her style is active and goal-oriented while grounded in a trusting therapeutic relationship.

Michelle aims to support clients in moving beyond current difficulties toward a more satisfying and productive life. Whether someone needs short-term assistance to resolve a problem or longer-term work to process deeper loss or trauma, she offers practical tools and collaborative guidance to help clients progress at their own pace.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michelle Stanton White uses client-centered therapy to keep the client’s goals and perspective at the heart of the work; this approach supports self-discovery, improves relationships, and can be especially helpful for self-esteem and life transitions. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people recognize and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and solve practical problems. In addition, Michelle uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who are weighing change - it focuses on clarifying personal values and strengthening motivation for steps toward healthier choices.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Michelle collaborates with clients to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and responsive to each person’s progress.

Online therapy with Michelle can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, access support from home, and integrate therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to each client.