What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.66
Average wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
4.71
“Dr Stevens is an excellent communicator and a great listener. She is able to guide me through and provide great feedback. Throughout the consultation process I felt in sync with her and really enjoyed our conversation.”
Yang Z.December 2, 2023
“My experience with Dr. Stevens was great. Having been in therapy before I was expecting that resolving some of my issues was going to take a long time. After just 2 sessions, she zeroed in on the root issue. I feel that I have improved greatly in just a few weeks and will now see her as needed. I would absolutely recommend to a friend.”
Mark A.February 23, 2023
About Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin
Focus areas
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Irrational Fears / Phobias
Couples Therapy
Life Transition
Depression
Panic Attack
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Interpersonal
Exposure Response Prevention
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Gottman Method
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin
I have been helping people heal, learn, and grow for more than 20 years. I am a psychotherapist, coach, teacher, and author of the best-selling book, Scared Selfless, which explores the aftereffects of child abuse and how to heal from it. My greatest gift as a therapist is my well-founded optimism. I know that no matter how bad things may currently seem, my clients can overcome obstacles, process pain, and move on to happier, healthier, more purposeful lives. I believe that all people have an innate capacity to grow into their authentic selves; they simply need the right conditions.
I pride myself on offering clients an experience that is validating, accepting, nurturing, and supportive. I have particular expertise in childhood trauma, PTSD, and dissociative disorders. My writing on psychological trauma has appeared in such periodicals as the New York Times, Time, People, Good Housekeeping, The Huffington Post, and Psychology Today, and I have been featured on Dr. Phil, The Dr. Oz Show, and People magazine.
I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Behavioral Health. For my availability, please see my calendar and book an appointment with me via ZocDoc.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Saybrook University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
NPI number
1659080604
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.66
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
4.71
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Dr Stevens is an excellent communicator and a great listener. She is able to guide me through and provide great feedback. Throughout the consultation process I felt in sync with her and really enjoyed our conversation.
December 2, 2023Yang Z.Verified patient
My experience with Dr. Stevens was great. Having been in therapy before I was expecting that resolving some of my issues was going to take a long time. After just 2 sessions, she zeroed in on the root issue. I feel that I have improved greatly in just a few weeks and will now see her as needed. I would absolutely recommend to a friend.
February 23, 2023Mark A.Verified patient
OMG, I feel so lucky to have found Dr. Stevens! I feel like she's totally changing my life! In the past, I've been to therapists a few times but no one really stuck out. Dr. Stevens is AMAZING! My bf and I got in a fight and I was really upset. Dr. Stevens understood and moved her schedule around so I could see her the SAME DAY. The fight was so fresh that I was kind of inarticulate at our first appointment. But I swear to God, she's a MIND READER. She's not the typical "uh-huh," nod a few times type of therapist. She listens, but then interacts, asks questions, makes you think. I've learned more about myself, my relationship and really people in general in a few weeks than I ever thought possible. I feel like my anxiety is way down and my mood is way up. I am really, really greatful to her. Thanks, doc!
More than 1 year agoJV
I decided to seek treatment for issues I was having with anger and being very easily triggered. Dr Stevens worked with me to help understand that I need to more skillfully control the expressions of my feelings, and to allow me to feel heard before I got upset. We are continuing to work on how to achieve these goals, but I am very pleased with our progress so far. Dr. Stevens has a great deal of patience, and her style is very kind and accepting and she offers suggestions that are very helpful. I would say that she has been very helpful, and I would recommend her to anyone who is considering getting help.
More than 1 year agoDW
Dr. Stevens is the best there is and I'm so grateful I found her. She very quickly helped me get to the root of some issues and brought immediate relief and clarity. She is empathetic and caring with a great sense of humor. We took a very practical approach that has made my life much better!
More than 1 year agoJW
I cannot recommend Michelle more highly. She is truly a find. I'd been to several therapists and could never find anyone who did much more than just listen. Or at least pretend to listen. That's not what Michelle does at all. She engages you directly and insightfully. Michelle not only understands what I'm going through (and often what I'm about to go through!), she suggests what I should do about it. As a film professional, I find her understanding of what we go through in the entertainment business particularly helpful. When I came to her I was stuck in a bad job with a worse boss. She helped me find the confidence to overcome my self doubts and strike out on my own in the industry. She has truly been a Godsend!
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Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Stevens Sanagustin's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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What practice does Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin work with?
Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin works with Octave.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin?
Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin speak?
Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin in reviews?
44 patients have reviewed Dr. Michelle Stevens Sanagustin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.66/5. They have a 4.71/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.