Michelle Goodwater , LMHC

Michelle Goodwater is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Washington with 7 years of experience supporting people through a broad range of concerns. She has worked with individuals affected by combat trauma, military sexual trauma, childhood abuse and childhood sexual abuse, rape, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, career challenges, sleep disturbances, grief, traumatic brain injury (TBI), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She has also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her therapeutic style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic perspectives, psychodynamic insight, and solution-focused strategies to create a treatment plan tailored to each person. Conversations and interventions are adapted to fit the client’s unique needs and goals.

Michelle emphasizes the courage it takes to seek support and aims to empower clients as they pursue meaningful change. She provides collaborative care that blends practical tools with empathic understanding to help people move toward a more fulfilling life.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist remotely can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One of the main advantages is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to maintain consistent care alongside work, family, and other commitments.

Therapists who offer remote services are licensed professionals, and many people find that the convenience of remote sessions helps them stay engaged with treatment. If the therapeutic fit is not right, it is common to switch to a different therapist to find a better match.