Michelle Anderson
Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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I am a warm and non-judgmental therapist. I strive to create a space where members can share openly and honestly. I believe in accountability for myself and my members; I expect us to approach therapy collaboratively, and I will work as hard as you're willing to work. When I'm not doing therapy, I enjoy reading, checking out antique markets and estate sales, and seeing live music as much as possible. I'm a California girl at heart, and I enjoy visiting our beautiful national parks and hiking trails, and exploring filming locations.
I am a warm and non-judgmental therapist. I strive to create a space where members can share openly and honestly. I believe in accountability for myself and my members; I expect us to approach therapy collaboratively, and I will work as hard as you're willing to work. When I'm not doing therapy, I enjoy reading, checking out antique markets and estate sales, and seeing live music as much as possible. I'm a California girl at heart, and I enjoy visiting our beautiful national parks and hiking trails, and exploring filming locations.
Location
Licensed in California
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, PTSD, Children and Adolescents
LGBTQ+ affirming
Cultural competencies
Christianity, Atheism, Buddhism
Education
California State University, Long Beach
Insurance
Plans accepted by Michelle
Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare, United Healthcare, Western Health Advantage,
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Get to know Michelle
My personal connection to OCD and mental health
I have OCD, and I've done exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy. I also have close family members who've struggled with OCD. I know how challenging and scary it can feel to confront these fears, so I try to emphasize that this is going to help you get better. I've seen firsthand how powerful this therapy can be.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
I try to be very sensitive to trauma and aware of how it can impact treatment. I've worked with families in homeless shelters, and I've worked in psychiatric hospitals. I always try to consider the impact of other mental health conditions on OCD, and be culturally aware.
What I want to help you see in yourself
I want you to see how resilient and capable of facing challenges you are. My Members are so brave for coming in and trying to face OCD, and I always want to emphasize how competent and capable they are.
My message to you if you're struggling right now
I'm always going to be your biggest cheerleader. I greatly appreciate that every person who shows up to therapy is facing their fears. I want to be there to honor them and meet them where they're at. You won't regret it once you've started this process and seen how far you can go.
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