Michelle St. Raymond, LCSW

Trauma-focused Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Trauma recovery focus
Mindfulness and IFS
Supports life transitions

About Michelle St. Raymond

Michelle St. Raymond is a heart-centered Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana with 31 years of clinical experience. She draws on deep Southern roots in the New Orleans and Covington area and on broader cultural exposure from time spent living in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to inform a compassionate, culturally aware approach to therapy.

Her practice centers on trauma recovery, family-of-origin patterns, and relationship growth. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a key modality she emphasizes, complemented by mindfulness and natural healing approaches. Michelle frequently supports individuals and families who are navigating transitions, struggling with anxiety, or seeking clearer self-expression.

Michelle views life changes - such as aging, job shifts, health challenges, and family reconfigurations - as moments when body, mind, and emotion can become stuck. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside techniques that promote inner body awareness to help clients develop new thinking patterns and healthier mind-body connection. Her work emphasizes compassionate self-acceptance and practical skill-building to support meaningful change.

In collaboration with clients she co-creates goals and actionable steps rooted in the present moment. Michelle positions herself as a guiding presence while recognizing that the client remains the leader in their own change process, combining evidence-informed tools and a heart-centered stance to help people move forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem

Also Specializes In

Addictions Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Michelle St. Raymond have?

Michelle St. Raymond has 31 years of experience.

Is Michelle St. Raymond a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as LA LCSW 3353.

In which languages does Michelle St. Raymond provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Michelle St. Raymond located?

She is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Michelle St. Raymond as my therapist?

You can work with Michelle St. Raymond through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michelle St. Raymond work with international clients?

Michelle St. Raymond does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michelle St. Raymond 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 Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Individuals may connect with a therapist using the format that best fits their needs and schedule - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which helps integrate therapeutic work into busy lives.

Therapists who offer remote services are licensed professionals, and clients are able to change providers if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible, practical route to consistent support and progress.

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