Michelle L
Hi there! I’m Michelle Lesagonicz, but most of my clients know me as Michelle "L." ✨ I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 wonderful years of experience providing mental health therapy across the beautiful and diverse state of Alaska.My journey in this field has been incredibly rich and deeply rewarding.
I have worked with severly mentally ill clients, children, adults, and elders from the Alaskan cities, suburbs, rural areas, and remote villages. I recently practice with any adult over 18 years of age.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working in hospice settings, leading individual and group outpatient therapy, and supporting individuals facing severe mental illness. I have partnered with people from all walks of life—including children, adults, and elders—across Alaska's bustling cities, suburbs, rural communities, and remote villages. This unique background has taught me the deep value of adaptability, cultural humility, and meeting every single person exactly where they are. My practice is dedicated entirely to partnering with adults (18+). I am truly passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s transitions, heal from hardships, and uncover their innate strengths.
First session
Welcome! I am excited to connect with you for our first session! This initial meeting is all about you—a wonderful opportunity to answer questions so you can feel completely comfortable and confident as we begin this journey together. Building a strong, trusting partnership is our main priority, creating the perfect foundation for your success. Next, we will gently walk through a personal assessment to understand your unique history. Together, we will co-create an uplifting plan with goals tailored specifically to your life! My ultimate hope is that you find our time together warm, collaborative, and empowering, leaving you with life-changing skills you can use forever. I absolutely welcome all your questions and comments!
Strengths
Hey there! I am so excited to team up with you and support your journey! I will create a warm, comfortable space where you can truly be yourself without any judgment while we navigate things like anxiety, depression, chronic pain management, and life changes. Together, we will use practical, everyday tools rooted in CBT and mindfulness that fit your life and highlight your natural strengths. You are the absolute expert in your own life, so I look at our work as a true collaboration. I will be right here walking alongside you as your biggest cheerleader, helping you find balance, celebrating your wins, and welcoming your unique story exactly as you are!
Ideal clients
I prefer working with cllents who are 18 years old and older that experience anxiety, depression, living with chronic pain, life/relationship changes, and those needing help with setting boundaries in relationships and are ready for positive change. I am best able to serve those that are interested in teletherapy in the state of Alaska, including rural and indigenous communities and give everyone in our great state exceptional and quality care without navigating the sometimes inclement weather.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is structured and action-oriented. With CBT I can teach you to identify how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected and how to challenge unhelpful thoughts, learn healthy thinking habits, and practice healthy coping skills.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I assist in guiding clients to observe their present-moment experiences, thoughts, and bodily sensations without judgment through breath based breathing exercises. These exercises will assist in lowering symptoms of anxiety and physical pain. I commonly use this with CBT.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
White
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Other specialties
Anger Management
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Individual Therapy
Licensed in
AlaskaLicense 108948