Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten, LMSW

Michigan LMSW supporting trauma and change

Trauma and abuse
Parenting support
LGBTQ ally

About Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten

Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings 10 years of focused experience providing individual therapy. She works with people facing a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, stress, parenting challenges, relationship and family issues, grief, caregiver strain, chronic illness and pain, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, and intimacy-related concerns.

Marisela approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she is an LGBTQ ally who attends to the ways culture and identity shape a person’s experience. She tailors conversation and treatment plans to fit each individual’s needs, drawing on evidence-informed methods to support coping, build motivation and confidence, and navigate life transitions. Her work also addresses related areas such as career concerns, attention differences, codingpendent dynamics, and caregiver issues.

Clients can expect a collaborative process aimed at empowerment and practical change. Marisela emphasizes helping people take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life while offering steady support throughout that journey.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Trauma and abuseParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten have?

Marisela has 10 years of experience providing individual therapy.

Is Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details are MI LMSW 6801091744.

In which languages does Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten provide therapy?

Marisela provides therapy in English.

Where is Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten located?

Marisela is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten as my therapist?

You can work with Marisela through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten work with international clients?

Marisela does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marisela Cuellar-VanHouten 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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 care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people notice thoughts and feelings without being ruled by them while clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward a meaningful life; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and navigating difficult life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathic therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead to build insight, self-acceptance, and confidence, and it supports work on relationships, self-esteem, and coping with life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marisela collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit best based on individual goals, needs, and preferences, and she adapts interventions as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Marisela is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

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