Michelle Pellin, LMHC, LPC
Holistic, affirming counseling for meaningful life change
- Open and affirming care
- Holistic spiritually minded approach
- Gentle client led guidance
About Michelle Pellin
Michelle Pellin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is licensed in Connecticut and Florida. She holds two master’s degrees, one in Behavioral Medicine and Health Psychology and another in Human Services and Counseling, bringing both health-focused and counseling-based training to her work with clients.
Her background includes nearly 20 years as a licensed therapeutic foster parent, primarily supporting teens with mental and emotional disabilities, and she adopted two of the youth she cared for. She also spent seven years as a case manager advocating for clients with acquired brain injuries, physical challenges, and aging-related needs, experiences that continue to inform her steady, practical support for people navigating complex life circumstances.
Michelle welcomes individuals from all walks of life and offers an open and affirming space for those seeking help. Her perspective is holistic and spiritually minded, emphasizing the connection between mind, body, and spirit, and she recognizes how past experiences can shape current struggles and goals. In sessions, she aims to meet clients with dignity and respect, listen closely, and offer gentle guidance when helpful, while keeping the client in charge of the pace and direction of therapy. Her work centers on helping people move toward a calmer, more grounded place in life and reconnect with the strengths they may have lost sight of along the way.
Her background includes nearly 20 years as a licensed therapeutic foster parent, primarily supporting teens with mental and emotional disabilities, and she adopted two of the youth she cared for. She also spent seven years as a case manager advocating for clients with acquired brain injuries, physical challenges, and aging-related needs, experiences that continue to inform her steady, practical support for people navigating complex life circumstances.
Michelle welcomes individuals from all walks of life and offers an open and affirming space for those seeking help. Her perspective is holistic and spiritually minded, emphasizing the connection between mind, body, and spirit, and she recognizes how past experiences can shape current struggles and goals. In sessions, she aims to meet clients with dignity and respect, listen closely, and offer gentle guidance when helpful, while keeping the client in charge of the pace and direction of therapy. Her work centers on helping people move toward a calmer, more grounded place in life and reconnect with the strengths they may have lost sight of along the way.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen'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 Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Pellin have?
Michelle Pellin has 11 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Michelle Pellin a licensed therapist?
Yes. Michelle Pellin holds the credentials LMHC and LPC. License information provided includes FL LMHC MH 16995 and CT LPC 002607.
In which languages does Michelle Pellin provide therapy?
Michelle Pellin provides therapy in English.
Where is Michelle Pellin located?
Michelle Pellin is located in Connecticut.
How can I work with Michelle Pellin as my therapist?
You can work with Michelle Pellin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.
Does Michelle Pellin work with international clients?
Yes, Michelle Pellin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Pellin 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Practical online therapy with evidence-based tools
Michelle Pellin integrates structured, skills-based methods with a supportive, client-led style. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and daily habits, then practicing more balanced ways of thinking and responding. It can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, low mood, and confidence challenges that show up in everyday life.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts or feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. Rather than getting stuck in a struggle with emotions, ACT emphasizes values-based action and building psychological flexibility. Mindfulness Therapy can also support this work by strengthening present-moment awareness, which can help clients relate differently to worry, overwhelm, and intense emotions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Michelle works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the pace and tools to fit each person’s needs.
Online therapy makes it easier to get support in a way that fits real life. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone sessions, with additional options like live chat or text-based messaging to stay connected and supported between appointments.