- Warm nonjudgmental approach
- Focus on goals
- Career and life transitions
About Michelle
Michelle Waguespack is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Louisiana who helps people manage stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, career questions, relationship concerns, parenting strain, and life changes. She also works with issues related to aging, blended families, and codependency. Her style is warm and nonjudgmental and she aims to make conversations feel straightforward and useful.
Michelle has about 12 years of counseling experience across university, business, and private practice settings. Her graduate focus was in marriage and family work, and she later developed a specialty in career counseling. She supports people at many stages of career change and job stress.
Sessions typically focus on clear goals and practical steps. Michelle uses a collaborative, client-centered way of working that prioritizes what matters most to the person in front of her. She also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to spot patterns of thinking that keep problems stuck, and solution-focused techniques to build small, achievable changes.
Clients can expect a straightforward conversation about what they want to change and why. Michelle listens for strengths and obstacles, and then helps map out short-term goals and doable actions. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Her background in different settings gives her experience with a variety of life stages and concerns. People who want calm guidance and practical strategies for everyday problems may find her approach a good fit.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, accepting relationship where the person leads the conversation and the therapist listens and reflects. This approach helps when someone needs space to sort feelings, improve communication, or rebuild confidence.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical techniques to change them. CBT often helps with anxiety, stress, and getting unstuck from unhelpful thinking patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped in the past. From there she will suggest an approach or mix of approaches and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by cutting travel time or allowing quicker check-ins during a work break. Because session formats are not specified here, please confirm the current session options before booking. The emphasis is on practical care that fits daily routines and helps people move forward without adding extra hassle.
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Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Louisiana, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career questions, relationship concerns, parenting strain, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, blended family issues, and codependency.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental and emphasizes collaboration. Sessions focus on practical steps, listening for strengths, and setting clear short-term goals.
What is her professional background?
She has about 12 years of counseling experience in university, business, and private practice settings. Her degree focus was in the marriage and family area and she developed a specialty in career counseling.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with LPC credentials in Colorado and Louisiana noted as CO LPC and LA LPC. She practices from Louisiana.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a therapy process with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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