Michelle Waters Tout, LMFT, LMHC
- Stress and anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief and loss
About Michelle Waters Tout
Throughout her career she focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings honestly. She supports people through common turning points such as coping with loss, repairing family communication, managing overwhelming emotions, and reducing chronic worry.
Michelle emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies alongside empathetic listening, helping clients identify steps toward greater well-being and more satisfying relationships. Her approach acknowledges the courage it takes to seek change and centers the client experience as the driving force in therapy
Areas of Expertise
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Additional Focus Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Waters Tout have?
Michelle Waters Tout has 18 years of professional experience.
Is Michelle Waters Tout a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LMFT and LMHC credentials. License details are NY LMFT 000517 and NY LMHC 004034.
In which languages does Michelle Waters Tout provide therapy?
Michelle Waters Tout provides therapy in English.
Where is Michelle Waters Tout located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Michelle Waters Tout as my therapist?
You can work with Michelle Waters Tout through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michelle Waters Tout work with international clients?
Michelle Waters Tout does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Waters Tout 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites clients to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then identify personal values to guide meaningful action. It can help with anxiety, stress, and situations that feel emotionally overwhelming.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to change them. CBT is often useful for managing worry, low mood, and day-to-day stressors.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, giving clients space to explore their experience at their own pace while the therapist supports self-discovery and personal growth.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michelle works collaboratively with clients and with other licensed professionals when appropriate to determine which methods best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access care from home or other convenient locations. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler to maintain regular contact with therapists while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.
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