Michele Bussell, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Michele Bussell

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Behavioral Problems

Dual Diagnosis

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Mood Disorders

Anxiety

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Brainspotting

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michele Bussell

Hi there, I'm Michele! Hi! My name is Michele Bussell, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) providing telehealth services to individuals within California. I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University. I work with adolescents, transitional-age youth (TAY), and adults experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. My approach My therapeutic approach is client-centered, characterized by empathy, reflective listening, and unconditional positive regard. I employ evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to illustrate the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and the capacity to experience dual emotions without being overwhelmed. Additionally, I utilize parts work and Brainspotting to address unresolved issues. My focus I typically work with clients who take an active approach to their mental health and are willing to do the work. I enjoy offering psychoeducation on mental health, particularly anxiety and depression. My clients seek immediate relief and aim to enhance their functioning. I believe knowledge is essential for healing. My communication style My communication is calm, cordial, amiable, and welcoming. Ensuring clients’ comfort is crucial because building rapport takes precedence over the therapy method. I maintain that every person is distinct and the primary expert on their life. I provide a safe space to navigate emotions openly, offering unconditional positive regard and refraining from judgment, embracing all facets of an individual in therapy. My journey to mental healthcare My decision to become a therapist stemmed from a profound desire to assist and inspire individuals to become the best versions of themselves. I am capable of maintaining hope for people until they can do so for themselves.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

Point Loma Nazarene University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1275035172

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What practice does Michele Bussell work with?

Michele Bussell works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

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