Michelle Lake, LCPC — Therapist in Maryland

Hi there, I'm Michelle!

I provide therapy to children (8 years and older) and adults, creating a genuine therapeutic relationship where clients feel supported and understood.

My focus

I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, grief, adoption issues, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, workplace stress, and relationship issues. I also address Health Psychology concerns including depression and anxiety related to chronic conditions like cancer, diabetes, and chronic pain.

My approach

I use a holistic approach and draw from Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs.

My communication style

I create a safe and non-judgmental setting where my clients feel comfortable opening up and expressing what issues they're experiencing so that I can help them by providing techniques to resolve their concerns.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by a deep commitment to understanding the whole person and helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and evidence-based tools.

My goals for you

We'll work collaboratively to identify your goals and develop practical strategies that fit your life. I focus on building skills you can use daily to manage symptoms, improve relationships, and create lasting change.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy, explore your goals, and begin building a trusting relationship. I'll answer any questions you have and we'll create a plan tailored to your needs.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gestalt

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Cancer

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) Counseling from Florida International University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Michelle Lake