Michelle Bronster, LCSW

Michelle Bronster is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who uses practical, skills-based therapy to help people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship concerns. She draws on cognitive behavioral therapy as a core tool and combines it with other approaches to match a person's needs. Michelle offers shorter-term, solution-focused work as well as longer support when that is helpful.

Michelle has about 10 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of issues. Her practice includes help for parenting strain, compassion fatigue, sleep problems, self-esteem, ADHD concerns, and recovery from trauma and abuse. She also supports people facing aging and geriatric issues, chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, and end-of-life challenges.

In sessions she uses practical exercises like grounding, relaxation, and emotion regulation skills. Michelle also uses role-playing, communication practice, and cognitive skills building so people can try new behaviors between sessions. Sessions are collaborative and paced to the person's goals.

Her approach adapts as needs change. Some people come for a few focused sessions to learn coping tools. Others choose longer work to address deeper patterns around attachment, grief, or longstanding anxiety. Michelle aims to be a steady, nonjudgmental presence while offering concrete strategies.

Appointments are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Michelle works with people from diverse backgrounds and incorporates cultural awareness into her practice.

How CBT and Attachment Work in Online Therapy

Michelle uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that reduce anxiety, lift mood, and improve sleep. CBT focuses on practical steps and homework so progress continues between sessions.

She also draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early or close relationships shape current patterns. That approach helps when relationship stress, trust issues, jealousy, or caregiving strains get in the way of feeling connected and calm.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michelle collaborates with each person to choose which methods to try first and adjusts plans as needs and goals evolve. The process is shared so people know why a tool is being used and how it links to their goals.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier. Video sessions allow full conversations and practice of communication skills. Phone calls can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief check-ins, reminders, or coaching between appointments. These formats help people fit therapy into busy lives and keep progress moving forward.