Michelle Kisler

Michelle Kisler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 17 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, and questions about life purpose. She also supports people dealing with ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, caregiver stress, and issues related to parenting and family dynamics.

Her approach centers on listening and collaboration. Sessions focus on what is on the client’s mind now - coping with change, dealing with overwhelm, or sorting out next steps in work and life. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s lead and to make space for what matters most to them.

Michelle also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thinking that get in the way and to practice concrete skills for managing anxiety and mood. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help with grounding, attention, and stress management. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy guide short-term goals and practical steps when clients want change that fits their day-to-day life.

She has experience working with people who are neurodivergent, people with hearing impairments, and those coping with traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress. Her background includes supporting caregivers, addressing guilt and shame, and helping young adults and women facing life transitions.

To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How Michelle integrates approaches for online work

Michelle often blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely to the client’s concerns and letting sessions follow what matters most to them. CBT identifies unhelpful thinking patterns and teaches practical skills to manage anxiety, mood swings, and stress.

She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach attention and grounding skills that can reduce reactivity and improve focus. Mindfulness practices are offered as short exercises clients can use between sessions to manage overwhelm and build steadier routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client’s goals, needs, and daily life. Decisions about which techniques to use are collaborative and can shift as progress is reviewed.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find that online sessions help fit therapy into busy schedules, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and make it easier to continue work during life changes. The therapist can explain available formats and suggest what might fit a client’s routine when you schedule the first appointment.