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Michele Petersmark, LCPC

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 6 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

Recent reviews

Beyond exceptional therapy thus far! Truly what a therapist is supposed to be while providing sessions that literally embody any and all great things therapy is supposed to represent.

Reviewed September 2024

Michele is amazing! She listens to me and challenges me to improve. She has more patience with me than I do myself when I'm not making the progress I hoped. Michele helps me build on what I've already achieved, and encourages me to keep going.

Reviewed March 2024

More about Michele

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCPC

I am licensed in Illinois with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Family problems Fertility issues Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Michele Petersmark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427103498.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180.004990 · Expires March 2025

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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Michele Petersmark

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

6 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Empathetic Amazing Easy Listens Wonderful Easy to talk

Beyond exceptional therapy thus far! Truly what a therapist is supposed to be while providing sessions that literally embody any and all great things therapy is supposed to represent.

Reviewed September 2024

Michele is amazing! She listens to me and challenges me to improve. She has more patience with me than I do myself when I'm not making the progress I hoped. Michele helps me build on what I've already achieved, and encourages me to keep going.

Reviewed March 2024

She is great, easy to talk to. I would recommend her.

Reviewed September 2023

Great therapist, empathetic and compassionate while giving specific real life coping techniques. Highly recommend her!

Reviewed May 2023

Instantly let me have my guards down with just her presence. Empathetic, actively listening, beautifully calming. I highly recommend this therapist.

Reviewed March 2023

Wonderful person to talk with!

Reviewed March 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michele Petersmark offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michele Petersmark 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 Petersmark speak?

Michele Petersmark speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michele Petersmark have?

Michele Petersmark has 20 years of experience.

Where is Michele Petersmark licensed to practice?

Michele Petersmark is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Michele Petersmark accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Michele Petersmark 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 Petersmark offer?

Michele Petersmark offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Michele Petersmark?

Michele Petersmark 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 Petersmark?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.