Michelle Varady, LCSW
- Trauma and addiction
- Mindful skill building
- Internal Family Systems
About Michelle Varady
While Michelle teaches practical strategies for managing day-to-day symptoms using integrated methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Somatic Therapy, her primary aim is to support lasting, foundational change rather than only short-term symptom relief. She frames therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person's strengths and lived knowledge of their own story.
Michelle works with people facing stress, depression, grief, sleep difficulties, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and challenges related to addiction and life transitions. She also addresses issues such as codependency, communication problems, and feelings of abandonment. Her approach balances skill building with deeper exploration so clients can develop immediate coping tools while working toward more durable healing and resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Varady have?
Michelle Varady has 10 years of experience.
Is Michelle Varady a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 129263 and NV LCSW 11399-C.
In which languages does Michelle Varady provide therapy?
Michelle Varady provides therapy in English.
Where is Michelle Varady located?
Michelle Varady is located in California.
How can I work with Michelle Varady as my therapist?
You can work with Michelle Varady through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michelle Varady work with international clients?
Yes, Michelle Varady works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Varady 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 for online care
Michelle Varady integrates structured and experiential methods to address both immediate symptoms and deeper patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaching practical skills to shift them; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday stressors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness and can be especially helpful for intense mood swings, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties. Somatic Therapy attends to how stress and trauma show up in the body, using awareness and gentle body-based techniques to complement talk-based work and support recovery from trauma and chronic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michelle collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time in partnership with the client and other licensed professionals as appropriate.
Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make therapy more flexible and accessible. These options allow clients to engage from different locations and schedules while maintaining consistent progress through a mix of real-time conversations and ongoing messaging support.