Michelle Sichak, LPC - Therapist

 Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 22 years of counseling experience, eighteen of those years working with adolescents and families within the school setting. She is a registered clinical supervisor, a parent educator, and recently retired from 20 years of teaching in Boise State University’s Masters in Counselor Education Program.

Michelle works with adolescents, individuals, and families. She is passionate about working with adolescents and adults in transitional phases of life and in strengthening communication and connectedness within the parent-child, couple, or family relationships.

Reaching out for counseling takes courage. Michelle's strength-based counseling approach is founded in the belief that "things can be different." Michelle provides an encouraging and collaborative environment for clients to heal, find their voice, and grow.

Michelle holds an Advanced Certificate in Adlerian studies. She counsels from a Person-Centered foundation while utilizing strategies from Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and other goal-oriented therapies.

• Individuals, adolescents, family counseling
• PTSD, abuse, and trauma recovery
• Depression and mood disorders
• Anxiety
• Addictions and substance abuse
• Relationship issues
• Grief and loss
• Stress management, life transitions
• Personal growth and understanding

 Michelle moved to Idaho with her family in 1991. During her leisure time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her husband, three grown children and three grandchildren. Michelle is always looking for an adventure. Her passions and hobbies include scuba diving, travel, hiking, quilting, and spending quality time with friends and family.