Works with ages- 14+

Virtual in NY

Spanish/English Speaking

Michelle Pinales is an LMSW with a strong educational background and diverse experience in the field of social work. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from New York University in 2016, following her undergraduate degree.

Michelle's professional journey includes a range of roles that have significantly contributed to her effectiveness as a clinician. She has worked in various settings, gaining valuable experience in helping individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Specializing in various areas, Michelle's expertise encompasses anxiety, trauma and PTSD, depression, coping skills, grief, life transitions, peer relationships, racial identity, relationship issues, school issues, self-esteem, and stress.

In her practice, Michelle utilizes a versatile set of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), culturally sensitive methods, family and marital therapy, family systems therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, strengths-based therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.

What truly sets Michelle apart from other therapists is her unique background as a bilingual, first-generation Afro-Latina daughter of immigrants who has lived on both the west and east coasts. This cultural competence allows her to establish strong connections with her clients, ensuring they feel heard and understood. Michelle is dedicated to breaking cycles and increasing representation for the BIPOC community within the therapeutic space. She customizes treatment plans, goals, and objectives to align with her clients' individual identities, celebrating even the smallest steps of progress.