Linnea Michaels
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York•Connecticut•Florida
Depression-Anxiety-Loss and grief-Trauma-Self-esteem-Mood disorders-
Linnea Michaels
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Professional statement
Linnea is a psychotherapist who works with individuals and couples through all of life’s transitions, including fertility, maternity, postpartum, menopause, and the moments in between. She provides a supportive space to process grief, anxiety, and uncertainty with compassion and hope. In addition to individual therapy, Linnea offers couples counseling to help partners strengthen their relationships as they navigate reproductive challenges and parenting. She supports couples in improving communication, deepening emotional connection, and managing stress together.
Drawing from Psychodynamic Therapy, Linnea helps clients uncover patterns and emotions that shape their experiences. In working with individuals, couples, and families, she focuses on building resilience, improving communication, and navigating life’s challenges with greater self-awareness and confidence.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 12 years
Private Practice, Clinician , 2020 - Present
University of Pennsylvania, MSW, 2013
Smith College, BA in Africana Studies, 2007
Licensure
Connecticut: 12216 - Florida: TPSW1898Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Loss and grief - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect
Mood disorders - Depression, dysthymia (mild depression), bipolar disorder, hormone-related mood issues, i.e. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and postpartum depression, adjustment disorder with depression
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Children (<12)
- Couples
- Families
- Parents
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna (in-network in CT, FL)
- Carelon (in-network in CT, FL)
- Cigna (in-network in CT, FL)
- HUSKY Health (in-network in NY, CT, FL)
- Optum (in-network in CT, FL)
- United Healthcare (in-network in CT, FL)
- United Healthcare Student Health Plan (in-network in CT, FL)
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$250 (45min)
- Sliding scale:$100 - $250
- Initial session:$250 (45min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Venmo
- Zelle
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Every other month
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
Therapist's note
For out-of-network clients, sessions are charged following each session. I provide a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Rates vary by plan, but clients typically receive 50% to 80% of the session fee back after submission.
Client testimonials
"Linnea is a great listener and let me know that I am not alone with my experiences."
- Zencare client • November 2020Book a Free Initial Consultation
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