Michaelle Desruisseaux, LCSW, LICSW — Therapist in Massachusetts

Hi there, I'm Michaelle!

Are you emotionally tired and just feel stuck? Life can get overwhelming, so I commend you on taking this courageous step towards feeling better. My goal as your therapist is to join forces with you to develop new strategies and skills to help you cope with life stressors.

My focus

I believe that therapy is a partnership. Together, we'll identify and set goals that matter to you whether they focus on improving relationships, building self-esteem or another personal objective.

My approach

My approach is compassionate and motivational. If you're working through a challenge or setback, we'll talk through what happened without judgment and identify what could help you keep going.

My communication style

I prioritize open and clear communication in a non-judgmental environment. I am honest, and I actively listen so that I can support my client. I am empathetic and passionate about seeing you work through your challenges. You can expect me to be calm and patient, but most importantly, motivated to walk this journey with you.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist because I walked through depression and anxiety, so I know the struggle, but I also know the work that it takes to get to the other side. Due to my personal journey, I am very passionate about what I do as a therapist.

My goals for you

Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We'll discuss your background and what brings you to therapy. Therapy is a process, and we'll continue to build our work together over time. It's completely normal to feel nervous about your first appointment.

Our first session

Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We'll discuss your background and what brings you to therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Christian Counseling

Compassion Focused

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Reality Therapy

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Focus populations

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Luminare Health (formerly Trustmark)
Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Michaelle Desruisseaux