Dr. Michelle Blake, PhD, LCSW, TN | Psychotherapist

About Dr. Michelle Blake

Focus areas

Anxiety

Gender Affirming Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Women's Issues Therapy

Depression

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) / Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Michelle Blake

Michelle Blake helps adults and older adults across Tennessee navigate life's challenges with insight, compassion, and decades of clinical experience. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and significant life transitions. Since beginning her clinical practice in 1991, Dr. Blake has supported individuals seeking greater emotional wellness, healthier relationships, and renewed confidence during difficult seasons of life. A particular focus of Dr. Blake's work is supporting women experiencing reproductive challenges, postpartum depression and anxiety, perinatal bereavement, and other forms of grief related to family-building journeys. She is deeply committed to helping individuals process loss, identity changes, and emotional struggles that can accompany these experiences. Through a thoughtful and validating therapeutic approach, she creates a space where clients can explore complex emotions and move toward healing at their own pace. Dr. Blake also has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, and life transitions, including midlife and later-life changes. She understands that periods of transition can affect every aspect of a person's well-being and works collaboratively with clients to build resilience and practical coping strategies. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop new perspectives, and create meaningful behavioral change. She also offers support for additional mental health concerns and emotional challenges. Her practice is welcoming to a diverse range of individuals, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and women seeking specialized mental health support. Dr. Blake is known for combining clinical expertise with genuine warmth, helping clients feel understood while working toward measurable progress.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Dr. Michelle Blake, PhD, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Hendersonville

100 Springhouse Ct, Ste 200, Hendersonville, TN 37075

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Tennessee

Education and training

University of Louisville, Master's in Social Work
Florida State University (PhD)

NPI number

1508990136

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Blake?

Generally, Dr. Michelle Blake has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Blake's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Michelle Blake accepting new patients?

Dr. Michelle Blake generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Blake's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Michelle Blake accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Blake online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Blake using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Michelle Blake work with?

Dr. Michelle Blake works with LifeStance Health - Tennessee.

Where is Dr. Michelle Blake's office located?

Dr. Michelle Blake has 2 office locations in Hendersonville, view full addresses on Dr. Blake's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michelle Blake?

Dr. Michelle Blake frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michelle Blake on their profile.