Michelle Tran, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Michelle!

I truly enjoy being a helping hand. I am here to support and empower you to make progress towards your goals.

My focus

I have worked with a multitude of issues and various individuals throughout my years as a social worker. I have shifted my focus and am primarily focusing on stress, anxiety, life transitions, and work-life balance. Stress and anxiety are a part of life and are inevitable, so having a variety of coping skills is essential.

My approach

Some of the most common approaches I use (it depends on the individual's needs) are cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based, solution-focused therapy. I've been described as personable, laid-back, and encouraging. I tend to focus on strengths and highlight them because our minds tend to veer towards the negative, and we need to rewire that

My communication style

I am calm and personable. It is important that you feel heard and comfortable, so I often ask for feedback on how we can strengthen the therapeutic relationship.

My goals for you

We will work collaboratively to identify specific achievable goals and monitor progress. Taking the first step towards change can be challenging. I like to emphasize the importance of breaking things down into doable steps. This will empower you to take ownership of your progress and foster a sense of accomplishment.

Our first session

Often, the first of anything can be nerve-wracking, even opening up to someone new. You can expect a warm welcome, neutrality, and a calming environment. I’ll walk you through what we will be discussing, actively listening to what is troubling you, how it’s affecting you, and learning a little about you (which will continue as sessions go on).

I identify as...

Female
Asian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Behavioral Activation

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

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

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Michelle Tran