Happy with her services.
Michele Lewis, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michele is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michele. View 19 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri and Iowa
Recent reviews
My first visit with Michele Lewis went very well. This was the first time seeking therapy and Michele made me feel comfortable immediately.
More about Michele
- 26 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW, LISW
I'm Michele and I am excited you are taking steps to feel better about yourself and are interested to learn more about me. I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri and Iowa, and a qualified mental health professional. I am a certified clinical tele-mental health provider and a certified clinical trauma professional and grief professional. I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and I absolutely love what I do.
I help young people learn to live authentically in spite of experiencing trauma in their past and help them express their true inner self. I counsel adult children who care for their aging parents to cope with caregiver stress and work through grief and loss as they witness the change in their parent's mobility and cognition. With my years working in geriatrics, I help aging adults process feelings about aging gracefully. My certification and experience working with grief and loss lends my ability to help people of all ages work through the deep impact of sadness, emptiness, and stress from losing a loved one or going through an upsetting life change.
My therapy approach is synergistic, warm and accepting. Therapy in my practice is a place of no judgment. It's a place of self-discovery. It's a place of speaking your mind feely, sharing your true thoughts and feelings that maybe you've been hesitant to say aloud before. It's a place of trying new things and thinking about solutions in new ways. In therapy, you get to explore what is holding you back or causing unhappiness at work or in your relationships. As you become more comfortable talking to me and exploring your inner self, you get to build skills and strategies that allow you the freedom to express who you are to those in your life. You discover how to build authentic connections with friends and family. You learn to use strategies to shrink depression and anxiety and become confident in the person you are and who you really want to be.
I utilize a variety of techniques, such as, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology theory, stress management with mindfulness, empowerment work, mind / body / spirit connection to increase emotional expression and wellness, mood management, anxiety reduction, and finding your path to work / life balance.
I have a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas, in Lawrence, KS with a concentration in mental health. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from William Jewell College in Liberty MO.
I am excited to begin our work together!
Specialties
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Career difficulties
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michele Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497004980.
- LCSW · Missouri · 2001009328 · Expires September 2026
- LISW · Iowa · 118059 · Expires December 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Michele Lewis
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Happy with her services.
My first visit with Michele Lewis went very well. This was the first time seeking therapy and Michele made me feel comfortable immediately.
I love Michele! She is such a wonderful therapist. I always feel so refreshed after our sessions. She is so kind, understanding, knowledgeable, and patient. I definitely recommend her as a therapist!
Michele is extremely attentive and helpful
Excellent
I appreciate Michele’s expertise as a therapist. She is helping bring old hurts to the surface to which I’m able to let go. Her recommended reading materials are spot on. I feel comfortable and safe speaking with Michele. BetterHelp lined up my needs with the right therapist and I and becoming a better me!
I appreciate most about Michele is her kindness and wisdom which I can sense every time she provides advice and feedback.
Michele is amazing! She's very sweet and attentive, she is super easy to talk to and open up to, and she is very prompt and timely! I love how she checks in with me periodically in-between sessions and asks how I'm doing. I'm so grateful that I switched to her and began my new therapy journey with her! I can't recommend enough!
Michele is the best! She has helped me so much! Every time I speak to Michele I feel happy and confidant about myself :)
Amazing person and huge help when I’m in need!!!
Michele is fantastic! She takes the time to listen, process, analyze, and provide guidance on a situation. I have learned a lot from her techniques and look forward to growing as an individual. She deserves all the recognition!!
Love the support and attention I get from Michele!!
Michele is wonderful! She has helped me so much, 100% recommend!
She's very patient, easy to work with. I let her know my main issues and what goals I'd like to achieve and she's been helping me succeed.
She does a great job of listening and she knows what shes talking about. Video sessions are very productive and help alot. I would recommend Michele to anyone!
She is very thorough and super polite. She always checks in on me and makes sure I'm okay.
My experience working with Michele Lewis has been very much of a relief as we talk over major life changes, loss, and trauma I'm going through. She is a great help! So glad I reached out to Better Help and they matched me with Michele. It's been very helpful in the few sessions we've had so far. I look forward to continuing to work with Michele.
Extremely helpful and actively listens while suggesting helpful techniques to conquer it all.
Michele is amazing. She makes me feel so comfortable about opening up about some very vulnerable things. She listens, she cares, and she provides actual techniques for me to implement in my daily life which have helped!
Frequently asked questions
Does Michele Lewis offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michele Lewis works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michele Lewis speak?
Michele Lewis speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michele Lewis have?
Michele Lewis has 26 years of experience.
Where is Michele Lewis licensed to practice?
Michele Lewis is licensed to practice in Missouri and Iowa.
Does Michele Lewis accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michele Lewis does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michele Lewis offer?
Michele Lewis offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michele Lewis?
Michele Lewis can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michele Lewis?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.