Online in New Jersey, New York
(Online Only)
I'm Dr. Michele L. Shropshire, founder of MLPsych. Through Trauma Focus-Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Somatic Therapy, I specialize in assisting my clients in processing traumatic events and alleviating them of symptoms that have been a major roadblock in their life. I offer therapy via a telemental health platform that complies with HIPAA regulations. I address clients with trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, and life/career concerns by taking a comprehensive approach.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Black / African American, Christian, Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+, Men, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Somatic
Approach Description: By utilizing various evidence-based techniques, MLPsych offers high-quality mental health care. Being a mental health collective, we offer talk therapy (TF-CBT, EMDR, and Somatic), coaching, yoga, and other services to clients who are dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, family therapy, or need assistance with self-actualization. Experienced in assessing the right practice for symptom relief or improving your life circumstances. With my knowledge, I'll meet you where you are and work with you to find the right evidence-based practice for your particular set of symptoms or circumstances. After completing the necessary assessments to establish your starting point, we move forward in the direction of your goals.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Michele L. Shropshire LCSW
- Female
- License # 44SC05925200
- Licensed in NJ
- Practicing Since 2014
Education: University of Southern California- DSW; Fordham University- MSW;
EMDR trained by the Institute of Creative Change
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 180
- Accepts Insurance
- I accept Aetna, Cigna for New York and New Jersey, Anthem Blue Cross/ Blue Shield New York, and Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield New Jersey. I use Thrizer to bill out-of-network. For individuals, Thrizer functions as a payment option that connects to your health insurance to confirm the amount that your plan will pay for therapy received outside of your network. With Thrizer, you just have to pay what you owe for your sessions while they wait to collect the remaining amount and await payment on your behalf. To learn more, go to the bottom of my "About" section of the website or https://www.thrizer.com/for-clients
Dr. Michele L. Shropshire Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of New Jersey, New York
- Online Therapy Details: I provide online therapy through Simple Practice- a HIPAA compliant platform