Ellen Codere, LMSW
Experienced Michigan therapist for adults
- 32 years experience
- Client-centered care
- Supports relationships
About Ellen Codere
Ellen Codere is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) based in Michigan with 32 years of clinical experience. She specializes in guiding adults through a wide range of emotional and relational challenges, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, and major life transitions. Ellen combines compassionate, individualized care with practical strategies to help people manage stress, improve communication, and build stronger connections with themselves and others.
Her practice draws on evidence-informed methods while remaining firmly client-centered - she listens for each individual's priorities and adapts interventions to fit those goals. Ellen works with concerns such as workplace stress, family dynamics, self-esteem and identity struggles, grief and emotional healing, and coping with trauma or abuse. Her therapeutic stance emphasizes skill-building, insight, and resilience so clients can navigate change more effectively.
Across decades of practice, Ellen aims to create a supportive environment where exploration leads to tangible progress. She partners collaboratively with adults to develop healthier coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and pursue meaningful personal growth, honoring each person’s unique journey and pace.
Her practice draws on evidence-informed methods while remaining firmly client-centered - she listens for each individual's priorities and adapts interventions to fit those goals. Ellen works with concerns such as workplace stress, family dynamics, self-esteem and identity struggles, grief and emotional healing, and coping with trauma or abuse. Her therapeutic stance emphasizes skill-building, insight, and resilience so clients can navigate change more effectively.
Across decades of practice, Ellen aims to create a supportive environment where exploration leads to tangible progress. She partners collaboratively with adults to develop healthier coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and pursue meaningful personal growth, honoring each person’s unique journey and pace.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ellen Codere have?
Ellen Codere has 32 years of experience.
Is Ellen Codere a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details: MI LMSW 6801083256.
In which languages does Ellen Codere provide therapy?
English.
Where is Ellen Codere located?
Michigan.
How can I work with Ellen Codere as my therapist?
You can work with Ellen Codere through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ellen Codere work with international clients?
Ellen Codere does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ellen Codere 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care
Ellen often incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility - it helps people move toward meaningful goals even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that links thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so clients can learn specific skills for managing anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily life. In addition, Ellen applies Client-Centered Therapy principles to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client's perspective guides the pace and focus of the work.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ellen collaborates with each person to identify which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to connect from home or during busy schedules, support continuity of care during life transitions, and allow therapists and clients to work together in ways that fit the client’s daily life and learning style.