I have been in therapy, on and off, since adolescence. Justin is the single greatest therapist that I have seen. They are respectful, they push me when it's needed, are incredibly kind, and have ultimately motivated and helped me improve in many aspects of my life and relationships.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Justin

Women’s Issues, Life Transition, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress

Individual Counseling

10 years in practice

Ages served: 6-64

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Justin accepts 33 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Carelon | Medicare Advantage

Compsych

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medcost VA

Medicare VA

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Sentara Health Plans (Optima Health)

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

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

$170

subsequent sessions

About Justin

Justin Michaud is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more.

Justin served as a Director of therapy services at a residential program for young adults and has seen some of the lowest valleys that patients have walked through, and sat with them in that valley so that their loneliness was not so daunting on the journey of empowerment and recovery. They have also seen patients on the highest peaks of their life and stood with them as they basked in their triumphs of empowerment and recovery.

Justin can be the guide that you need when you feel lost along your journey through life and would be honored if you allow them to help you achieve the mental health you desire.

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

I have been in therapy, on and off, since adolescence. Justin is the single greatest therapist that I have seen. They are respectful, they push me when it's needed, are incredibly ....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Justin

I am extremely happy with my therapist. Hopefully that is somewhat obvious as I have now been a patient of his/yours for a few years now. Justin Michaud is fantastic, a true profes....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Justin

I enthusiastically recommend Justin to anyone seeking therapy. I was genuinely surprised by how effective Thriveworks has been for me, and Justin has been the cornerstone of that s....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Justin

Get to know Justin

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

The reason I decided to become a therapist is that I felt the need to help others and I felt the biggest way to help others is to help understand them and guide them through some of their toughest times and through their happiest times. That is why I got in this field, to help to continue to fuel my passion and at the same time helping other people reclaim their lives.

What types of clients do you work with best?

I seem to work best with all clients. No matter the client I can meet them where they are at with compassion, empathy, and guidance.

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

I love working with clients who have a passion to change and grow in the process of therapy.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

Authentic Happiness is what you define it as.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

Thriveworks is a place that places the patient first and that is a model that I admire and want to work for.

What inspires you?

My wife, twin boys, and baby girl!

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Compassion, a clear understanding of the therapeutic relationship, and the development of a therapeutic relationship with a client-centered approach leading the way.

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

The intake and building the initial rapport.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Spend time with my family and being outside in the great outdoors of Maine.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesWomen’s Issues, Life Transition, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Addiction, Eating Disorder, Relationships, Anger Management, Divorce, Grief

ApproachesHumanistic / Rogerian, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, Positive Psychology, Reality Therapy, Relational, Existential Therapy, Any / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy