Michele Lewis, LISW, LCSW

Michele Lewis is a licensed social worker who helps people facing grief, trauma, anxiety, and changes that come with aging and caregiving. She draws on more than 26 years of experience to help people feel more like themselves and manage overwhelming emotions.

She focuses on clear, practical steps in sessions. Michele listens without judgment and creates space to say what’s been hard to say. She guides people toward small changes that build confidence and ease day-to-day stress.

Her work often involves helping adult children cope with caregiver stress and loss as parents’ needs change. She also supports aging adults who want to process feelings about growing older and maintain emotional wellbeing through transitions.

Sessions combine a few different methods based on what each person needs. Michele uses cognitive-behavioral tools to spot unhelpful thinking, mindfulness to manage tension, and emotionally-focused and acceptance-based ideas to increase connection and meaning.

She holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from William Jewell College. Her professional credentials include LISW and LCSW and she practices in Missouri.

Michele aims to help people find practical ways to reduce anxiety, move through grief, and build more honest relationships. She offers evening and weekend appointments to fit into busy schedules.

How Michele Uses Therapy Methods Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for grief, depression, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thought patterns and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety and low mood. It often helps with stress, depression, and day-to-day coping. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and acceptance so people can explore their feelings and build self-understanding.

Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. Michele will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. That may mean combining tools from different approaches and adjusting over time as progress is made.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins between appointments, and reduce travel time. It also lets people use strategies like mindfulness exercises or thought records during daily routines so skills transfer into real life.