Dr. Michele Frey, LPC

Dr. Michele Frey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia with 23 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with addictions, grief, depression, family conflict, and life changes. She aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Her work is practical and person-focused. She listens to what matters most and tailors conversations and plans to each person. Sessions focus on clear goals, coping tools, and steps that feel manageable in day-to-day life.

She also pays attention to aging and geriatric issues and to multicultural concerns. That means she considers how life stage and cultural background affect stress, loss, or relationship strains. She can talk through questions about personality patterns, prejudice and discrimination, and experiences of sexual assault and abuse.

Her style is supportive and collaborative. She encourages clients to name what they want to change and then helps build small, steady steps toward those aims. Progress is measured in practical changes and increased ability to handle problems when they come up.

People who choose to work with her usually want straightforward guidance, practical coping strategies, and an empathetic professional voice. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Evidence-based techniques often used by therapists include cognitive-behavioral methods, which help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to reduce symptoms like low mood or anxiety. These techniques teach practical skills for everyday problems and can be useful for depression, grief, and coping with life changes.

Another common method focuses on coping and relapse-prevention strategies for addictions. This approach breaks problems into specific triggers and routines, then builds step-by-step plans to manage urges and rebuild healthier habits. It can also include planning for stressors related to aging and role changes.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods best fit their goals, values, and situation. Over time the plan can be adjusted based on what helps most.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. The main practical benefit of online work is fitting therapy into busy lives - sessions can reduce travel time, make it easier to maintain regular meetings, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Ask about formats offered and scheduling to find what will work best for your routine.