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Michelle Boyles, LCSW

Licensed social worker specializing in trauma and recovery
  • 25 years experience
  • Trauma and substance abuse
  • Works with families and individuals

About Michelle Boyles

Michelle Boyles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with more than 25 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse counseling. She has practiced as a master's-level licensed therapist since 2001 and has held her Florida LCSW since 2012, bringing long-term clinical perspective to complex emotional and behavioral concerns.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Penn State University and a Master of Social Work from Georgia State University. Across inpatient crisis stabilization, residential programs, and outpatient therapy settings, she has worked with diverse age groups including children, teens, adults, and older adults, and she has provided therapy to individuals, couples, and families.

Her core clinical experience includes treating abuse and trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse, family conflict, and life transitions. Her approach emphasizes helping clients develop insight, practical education, and coping strategies to manage the challenges they face, with a focus on restoring functioning and supporting recovery.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Michelle Boyles have?

Michelle Boyles has 25 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse counseling.

Is Michelle Boyles a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are FL LCSW SW10918.

In which languages does Michelle Boyles provide therapy?

Michelle Boyles provides therapy in English.

Where is Michelle Boyles located?

Michelle Boyles is located in Florida.

How can I work with Michelle Boyles as my therapist?

Clients can work with Michelle Boyles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michelle Boyles work with international clients?

Michelle Boyles does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michelle Boyles cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?

Online therapy can be an effective option for many people facing common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions. Research and clinical experience indicate that, for a wide range of everyday mental health issues, distance-based therapy can offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person work.

One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the communication method that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to maintain regular sessions while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote formats, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they need a different fit. For many people, online therapy provides a practical and approachable way to access skilled therapeutic support.

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