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Michelle Cardenas

LICSW, 11 years of experience

New to Grow

Virtual
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About me

I am a licensed therapist dedicated to supporting clients with compassion, creativity, and a multicultural perspective. Beyond my work, I am a mom to 4 (three adult children and one little) who values family and connection. Music, humor, and creative expression bring balance to my life, and I integrate that same spirit of authenticity and openness into my practice. My style is compassionate, collaborative, and practical. I meet you where you are and help you move toward where you want to be. Whether we focus on managing symptoms, processing past experiences, or building resilience for the future, I’ll walk alongside you every step of the way.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know each other and creating a safe, supportive space for you to share what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask questions about your history, current concerns, and what you hope to gain from our work together. We’ll talk through your goals and begin outlining a plan tailored to your needs, so you leave the session with a sense of direction and clarity about the next steps. This is also a chance for you to ask me questions and get a feel for how I work, making sure it feels like a good fit.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strengths as a therapist are bringing creativity and humor (when appropriate) into sessions while offering a person-centered, compassionate approach. I value each client’s unique cultural background and life experiences, and I work to make therapy feel authentic, supportive, and tailored to your needs.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, or simply the weight of daily stress. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself, without judgment. Together, we’ll work toward understanding your story, building on your strengths, and creating strategies that help you feel more balanced and in control. With a multicultural background and fluency in English, Spanish, and Japanese, I bring a unique, culturally sensitive approach to therapy. I believe healing happens when we feel seen, heard, and understood, and I aim to create that experience for every client I work with.

Specialties

Top specialties

AnxietyDepression

Other specialties

ADHDChild or AdolescentObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Self Esteem

I identify as

Asian / Asian American

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

CBT is one of the main approaches I integrate into sessions. CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are interconnected. By making small, intentional changes in one area, we can positively impact the others.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

New to Grow
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