Michelle Hernandez, NJ | Psychotherapist

About Michelle Hernandez

Focus areas

Alcoholism

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Life Transition

Anger Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Anxiety

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Structural Family Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michelle Hernandez

If you are seeking support for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, Michelle Hernandez at LifeStance Health provides compassionate, collaborative therapy for children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults throughout New Jersey. She creates a welcoming space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through life’s challenges. Michelle helps individuals navigate concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD while supporting emotional growth, resilience, and healthier relationships. She also works with clients facing a variety of additional mental health and life-transition concerns. Michelle believes that meaningful change happens when treatment is tailored to the unique needs of each individual and family. She has experience helping clients address childhood behavior concerns, grief, and PTSD/trauma, among other challenges. Whether working with a young child, a teen, an adult, or a family unit, she focuses on building trust and creating practical strategies that help clients achieve their goals both inside and outside of therapy. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based care and emphasizes collaboration, self-awareness, and skill development. Michelle utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and family therapy interventions to help clients understand unhelpful patterns, strengthen coping skills, and improve overall well-being. Through couples therapy and family therapy, she also helps strengthen communication, foster connection, and navigate relational challenges in a constructive and supportive manner. She offers additional therapeutic approaches to meet the diverse needs of her clients. Michelle is committed to providing care that respects each client’s experiences, values, and strengths. She believes that every person has the capacity for growth and healing and works alongside clients to help them identify meaningful paths forward.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office location

Michelle Hernandez also offers online video visits for patients

New Jersey Behavioral Health

74 Brick Blvd Bldg 4, Ste 117, Brick, NJ 08723

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Education and background

Practice names

New Jersey Behavioral Health

Education and training

KEAN Jersey City, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1982522124

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Michelle Hernandez?

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

Is Michelle Hernandez accepting new patients?

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

Does Michelle Hernandez accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Michelle Hernandez online?

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What practice does Michelle Hernandez work with?

Michelle Hernandez works with New Jersey Behavioral Health.

Where is Michelle Hernandez's office located?

Michelle Hernandez has 2 office locations in Brick, view full addresses on Michelle Hernandez's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michelle Hernandez?

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