- anger management skills
- stress reduction techniques
- relationship strain support
About Michelle
Michelle Rutherford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana with four years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship strain, ADHD, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, and other life changes. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use right away to manage strong emotions and everyday pressures.
Michelle uses a mix of evidence-based techniques and adapts them to each person’s situation. Her style is relaxed and direct. She talks through what is happening, helps identify patterns, and suggests concrete skills to try between sessions.
People often come with repeated outbursts, simmering resentment, or trouble calming down in tense moments. Michelle helps people notice triggers and build clearer responses. She also works on sleep, eating, career strain, and burnout that feed into anger and stress.
In sessions she aims to make conversations straightforward and practical. Expect short-term tools for handling moments of escalation and longer-term work on beliefs and habits that keep anger cycling. The focus is on what can be changed now and how to practice different choices outside of sessions.
Her approach emphasizes collaboration. Michelle helps clients set small goals, track progress, and adjust methods when something is not working. People who want direct, action-oriented support for managing frustration and rebuilding strained relationships may find this approach helpful.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to what each person needs. One common approach emphasizes skill-building for emotion regulation - teaching practical breathing, grounding, and brief behavioral strategies to reduce escalation in the moment. This helps people who lose their temper or who feel overwhelmed by rising frustration. Another frequently used approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and testing small changes over time to reduce recurring anger and improve relationships.Finding the right mix of methods is collaborative. Michelle will ask about goals, what has helped before, and what feels practical for everyday life. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them as progress is tracked and challenges come up.
Confirm current session formats before booking because formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, school, or childcare - shorter check-ins can be scheduled during a lunch break, or video sessions used for deeper skill practice and role play. When a quieter or lower-bandwidth option is needed, phone sessions may suit better. The aim is to make therapy work within daily life while focusing on skills that can be used right away.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship strain, ADHD, addictions, grief, trauma and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
She uses an eclectic mix of evidence-based techniques and adapts them to each person. Her style is relaxed, direct, and practical.
How long has she been practicing?
She has four years of clinical experience as an LPC in Louisiana.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from another country?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.