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Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT

Michelle Paulsen

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT (she, her)

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15611 Pomerado Road, Suite 535, Poway, CA 92064
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (858) 463-6932
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Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Michelle Paulsen is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, OCD and PTSD. Michelle treats patient between the ages of 12 and 90 utilizing Person Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, Gestalt, and ERP in her approach with clients. Michelle has extensive experience counseling children, adolescents, adults, families, military, and groups in both clinical and outpatient settings. In her clinical work, Michelle is well versed in both traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as role play and empty chair.
In her free time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her children. She also loves being outdoors, going to the beach and swimming. Michelle has a Master of Science in Marriage, Family, Child Therapy from University of Phoenix-Sacramento. She received her Bachelor of Science in English from University of California, Davis.
Take the first step to help. Call or Michelle Paulsen now - (858) 463-6932

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

15611 Pomerado Road

Suite 535

Poway, CA 92064

(858) 463-6932

LifeStance Health

Escondido, CA 92025

Immediate Availability for New Patients.
I specialize in LGBTQ+  
I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (858) 463-6932
Photo of Michelle Paulsen, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

15611 Pomerado Road

Suite 535

Poway, CA 92064

(858) 463-6932

LifeStance Health

Escondido, CA 92025

Immediate Availability for New Patients.
I specialize in LGBTQ+  
I accept insurance 

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • Partners Direct Health
  • PHCS Network
  • Provider Network of America (P
  • Sana Benefits
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept most major commercial insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
or call with questions - (858) 463-6932
Photo of Michelle Paulsen, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
"
We accept most major commercial insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
or call with questions - (858) 463-6932
Photo of Michelle Paulsen, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT111796 Michelle Paulsen
  • Degree/Diploma from University Of California MSC / 2005
  • Attended University of Phoenix; Sacramento, MS, Graduated 2015
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (858) 463-6932
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Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (858) 463-6932
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Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
Do these issues align with your needs? or (858) 463-6932
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Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (858) 463-6932
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Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Age

Teen
Adults

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (858) 463-6932
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Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (858) 463-6932
Photo of Michelle Paulsen, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

LifeStance Health

15611 Pomerado Road

Suite 535

Poway, CA 92064

(858) 463-6932

Additional Location

LifeStance Health

Escondido, CA 92025

(858) 463-6932
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Immediate Availability for New Patients.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (858) 463-6932
Photo of Michelle Paulsen, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
"
Immediate Availability for New Patients.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (858) 463-6932
Photo of Michelle Paulsen, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Michelle Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT