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Michelle Castellani, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Michelle 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 Michelle. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey

Recent reviews

Michelle is great because she’s pragmatic, “real world”, and definitely a relatable human being

Reviewed May 2022

Michelle is good. Easy to talk with. She listens and provides insights. I’m glad to have her working with me.

Reviewed September 2021

More about Michelle

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am an MSW,LCSW that has spent most of my career in the healthcare field. In that setting I have learned a lot of crisis intervention skills and adjustment problem coping skills as people generally go through a period of crisis while trying to adjust to a new illness and all that can go along with that. I have also been in private practice since 2007 and the bulk of my patients suffer with anxiety disorders (panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias, etc.); Depression/Bipolar disorder; Eating disorders; Relationship struggles; Anger, OCD and couples counseling.

I have a Masters in Social Work and a clinical license in Social Work which allows me to be in private practice. I also have gone through a lot of training on Mindfulness (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course) where I have learned how to practice mindfulness and meditation to name a few. It is a very powerful coping tool but not everyone is open to it. Therefore I am use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) along with a Strengths Perspective. Using the CBT allows us to understand how our thoughts affect how we feel and then how we behave, which can also be enlightening. The Strengths Perspective gets us in touch with a person's strengths, because regardless of what we are dealing with we all have strengths and using them to build upon in the spirit of solving the problem @ hand. Sometimes we arent even aware of the skills we already have or how to use them to help ourselves in our current state. My approach can also be a combination of what is listed above but the most important way to help someone is to listen and then be able to understand/diagnose the problem clearly because we cant solve a problem without knowing what it truly is.

I believe we all have the ability to embrace change when we are ready and truly enjoy helping people along that journey!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression

Licenses

Michelle Castellani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053401976.

  • LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC05295300 · Expires August 2026

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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Michelle Castellani

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

Overall rating:

4.5

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Helpful Listens Thoughtful Great listener Amazing Comfortable Easy Supportive

Michelle is great because she’s pragmatic, “real world”, and definitely a relatable human being

Reviewed May 2022

Michelle is good. Easy to talk with. She listens and provides insights. I’m glad to have her working with me.

Reviewed September 2021

Michelle is amazing! She’s a great listener but she not only listens but she gives good solid advice. She also checks in during the week to see how I’m doing which is extremely personal and very appreciated. I’ve used her for relationship advice and I highly suggest if that is your main issue to contact Michelle she’s wonderful

Reviewed June 2020

Having Michelle as my counselor has been so great. She is such a positive influence on me. Helps me in everything problem I throw at her. She listens fully and her answers are thoughtful and easy to understand. I don’t feel judged at all. She was the first luck given to me and I haven’t needed a reason to change. I instantly clicked with her and felt comfortable. She’s truly amazing. Her years of experience show every time we talk. Best decision I made was joining BetterHelp and sticking with Michelle.

Reviewed June 2020

Michelle is a great listener and she really helps you put things into perspective.

Reviewed May 2020

I was very unsure how I would feel about talking to a stranger about my feelings, but she has helped me. I feel comfortable now. She is very down to earth and I appreciate her.

Reviewed May 2020

Absolutely fantastic. I was going through an incredibly difficult time in my life and I definitely overburdened her. She responded by giving me zero pressure and assuring me there was a way to work things out. I appreciate all the help she provided me.

Reviewed May 2020

Michelle is a great counselor! She communicates with me several times each day (even on weekends), with thoughtful, supportive responses that are really helping me to make changes in my thinking and in many areas of my life. I feel so much more hopeful about making changes in my life now that I have Michelle’s support. I would definitely recommend her!

Reviewed January 2020

Michelle is great to speak to. She understands my issues and tries to help me overcome or work through them.

Reviewed March 2018

Michelle is thoughtful, a good listener, positive and eager to help.

Reviewed September 2017

Michelle has helped me through my emotional roller coaster that I call my life. Thanks!

Reviewed August 2017

Michelle is a great listener. I have only just started but have felt that she truly enjoys to talk about how I'm feeling and come up with solutions together.

Reviewed July 2017

Michelle has been very helpful and supportive, giving me advice and feedback. She's even called me when I was having a very difficult time.

Reviewed July 2017

Michelle is empathetic. Very respectful. Non-judgmental.

Reviewed June 2017

Michelle is a professional and knows her job very well. Very satisfying experience with her and very helpful.

Reviewed April 2017

Extremely helpful! Very insightful and helped me through a lot of issues.

Reviewed March 2017

Very good.

Reviewed November 2016

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michelle Castellani offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michelle Castellani 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 Michelle Castellani speak?

Michelle Castellani speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michelle Castellani have?

Michelle Castellani has 12 years of experience.

Where is Michelle Castellani licensed to practice?

Michelle Castellani is licensed to practice in New Jersey.

Does Michelle Castellani accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Michelle Castellani 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."

How can I communicate with Michelle Castellani?

Michelle Castellani 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 Michelle Castellani?

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.

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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.