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Michelle Payton, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Many new patients continue care with this provider

Michelle Payton

Accepts Evernorth
Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

Specializes in Weight Loss
LCSW
3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Michelle Payton, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michelle has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Community Mental Health from California State University, Fullerton.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Weight Loss
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

Hi there, I'm Michelle!

I help clients overcome anxiety and depression by understanding the root of these emotions and working through trauma, big or small. With a background as a certified personal trainer, I work with people who are open to understanding the importance of mind and body health and motivated for change.

My focus

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, disordered eating, and identity issues including LGBTQIA+. I have a passion for integrating physical and mental health and am comfortable working with clients around food, diet, or weight-related issues.

My approach

My approach is client-centered and integrative, customizing treatment using evidence-based therapies primarily focused on trauma-focused EMDR and IFS, but also including DBT, CBT, EFT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness-based approaches.

Expertise

Focus populations

Body Positivity
Gay
LGBTQIA+
Lesbian
Military/Veterans
Non-Binary
Police/Fire/First Responders
Queer
Recovery/12 Step Friendly
Sex Worker
Single Mother
Transgender
Vegan
+ 13 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Evernorth
  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Community Mental Health from California State University, Fullerton.

Sessions

Video session
60 minutes

Next appointmentTuesday, Apr 21st