Michele T. Summers, LCSW PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
516-981-3735
In-person and tele-health sessions provided for all NY state residents
Compassionate therapy for teens, young adults, and the parents who love them.
Reaching out for support can be hard--finding a therapist you genuinely connect with can make all the difference.
Welcome. I'm Michele.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Whether this is your first experience with therapy or you are returning after some time away, I strive to create a welcoming environment where you feel safe to explore, heal, and grow at your own pace.
Whether you're navigating trauma, relationship challenges, family struggles, anxiety, life transitions, or simply feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, I'm here to help.
Reach out for a free phone consultation to see if we're a good fit.
"It's just one of the most important things to get to know yourself" ~ Selena Gomez
01.
Adolescence and young adulthood are often times of significant growth, self-discovery, and change. While these years can be exciting and transformative, they can also feel overwhelming, confusing, and emotionally challenging. I work with adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, family or peer relationship difficulties, trauma, self-injurious behaviors, school avoidance or refusal, or feelings of being misunderstood and disconnected from others.
My approach is tailored to meet each young person where they are, creating a safe and supportive environment where they can feel heard, understood, and empowered. To foster engagement and build meaningful connections, I incorporate a variety of therapeutic tools and interventions, including games, fidgets, breathing and relaxation exercises, puzzles, creative activities, mindfulness practices, meditation, and music.
02.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when old patterns, difficult experiences, or current stressors begin to interfere with your relationships, confidence, or overall well-being.
I work with adults who may be struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, unresolved trauma, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, or simply feeling stuck and uncertain about how to move forward.
My approach is tailored to meet your individual needs, creating a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we can explore what may be contributing to your struggles, process difficult experiences, and identify meaningful ways forward. To support this work, I incorporate a variety of therapeutic tools and interventions, including mindfulness, meditation, somatic exercises, EFT tapping, breathwork, and grounding techniques.
03.
Parenting does not come with a manual, and relationships between parents and children can become especially challenging during times of stress, transition, conflict, or change.
I work with parents and families navigating conflict, difficult transitions, co-parenting challenges, changes in family structure, and periods of disconnection. Together, we can explore the underlying issues that may be contributing to these challenges and work toward restoring trust, strengthening relationships, and improving family functioning.
My approach is tailored to the unique needs of each family, creating a safe and supportive environment where family members can feel heard, understood, and respected. Through improved communication, healthy boundaries, and collaborative problem-solving, families can develop stronger, more connected relationships.
Who I help....
You don't have to do this alone....
What I help with....
* Anxiety (generalized, social, performance)
* Depression and mood regulation
* Family separation/divorce
* Court ordered/mandated therapy
* CPS, Probation, PINs, Family Court
* School avoidance/school refusal
* Self-injurious behavior
* Screen/phone dependency
* Bullying/cyber-bullying
* Learning disabilities (Special Ed., IEPs, 504 plans)
Specialties and expertise
* Parental Alienation/ Estrangement
* Adverse childhood experience
* Attachment Disorders
* Personality Disorders
* High conflict divorce/ custody issues
Trauma and attachment:
How I help....
* Cognitive Therapy
* EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
* Talk therapy
* Family engagement/reconciliation therapy
* Walk and talk therapy
* Guided meditations and mindfulness
* Somatic and Vagus Nerve Exercises
* Mediation and advocacy
* Co-parenting coaching services
Insurance accepted
*Aetna * Blue Cross Blue Shield
*Cigna * Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
*United Healthcare (Optum) *Anthem EAP
*Oxford (Optum) * Carelon Behavioral Health
*Highmark Blueshield * Providence Health Plan
* Self Pay also accepted
Out-of-network services available. I'm happy to provide invoices (superbills) upon request for insurance reimbursement.