geometry-shapes iconCoping Skills, Relationships, Anxiety, Trauma / PTSD
Online in Maryland
10 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Michelle accepts 21 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS HMO
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS PPO
Carelon
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$220
first session
$180
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Michelle

Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Certified Social Worker (LCCSW) in Maryland and Pennsylvania. She is passionate about educating people about domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Michelle works with adults with anxiety, depression, along with those with trauma.


Michelle received her Bachelor’s degree from Shippensburg University and Master’s degree in Social Work from Indiana University. Michelle uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) approach in treatment along with other therapeutic interventions.


We all go through challenges in life. Michelle is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives that allow you to cope with life struggles. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

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"As a Licensed Social Worker, I understand how systems within our society impact our lives and how to assistance changing them."

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Get to know Michelle

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I decided to become a therapist as I personally struggled with anxiety and the therapists that helped me.


What types of clients do you work with best?

I work best with people who are motivated to change and learn skills. People who would be open to a different perspective.


What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

To get to know you and what your goals are.


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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesCoping Skills, Relationships, Anxiety, Trauma / PTSD, Domestic Abuse, Women’s Issues, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
ApproachesChristian Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method
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Education and training

Years in practice
10 years
Graduating institute
Indiana University
Graduating degree
Master Of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1245973395
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State of practiceMD
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License numberCW023508
Practice location

Practice information

Book your first session

Individual Counseling
Michelle is available for Video visits.
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Michelle Zehner

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)she/her