Therapist in Walnut Creek, California

Michelle Marie Reardon, Therapist

Specialties:

Anger issues Marital stress or divorce Premarital counseling Aging Anxiety +39

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 18-75+

Appointments: Telehealth only. In-office visits not available

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Michelle Reardon, LMFT, a compassionate and skilled therapist at LifeStance Health in California, provides tailored support to individuals, couples, and groups navigating life’s challenges. Serving adolescents, young adults, and individuals across the lifespan, she specializes in helping patients address anxiety, relational challenges, and life transitions. Michelle’s empathetic and solution-focused approach empowers clients to gain clarity, develop resilience, and achieve a greater sense of well-being.

Michelle is particularly passionate about guiding clients through anxiety, life transitions, and women’s issues, including postpartum depression and reproductive challenges. She offers a safe, affirming space for individuals to explore their emotions, uncover patterns, and develop strategies for growth. Her work with clients facing midlife changes and later-life transitions reflects her commitment to fostering understanding and balance during pivotal moments.

In her practice, Michelle incorporates evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques. She also offers couples therapy, addressing relational dynamics and communication challenges to help partners build stronger, healthier connections. Michelle supports diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, those in adoption or foster care, and people experiencing grief or trauma, tailoring her care to meet each person’s unique needs.

Outside of her professional life, Michelle enjoys staying active through daily walks, pickleball, and rollerblading with friends. She finds joy in spending time with her loved ones, pets, and engaging in hobbies like reading psychological thrillers or enjoying a relaxing spa day. Michelle values mindfulness and often unwinds with hot tea and jazz music, ensuring balance in her own life.