Michele Kearns, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Franklin, PA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
An experienced licensed clinical social worker helping adolescents and adults gain insight to live the life they desire.
Hello there!
Reaching out can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already carrying a lot. My first priority is creating a space where you feel comfortable, heard, and respected. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to help you better understand yourself, navigate challenges, and move toward the life you want to live. I work with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors, and I strive to bring authenticity, curiosity, and practical support to every session.
My approach is collaborative, flexible, and tailored to your individual needs and goals. Together, we'll explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies that fit your life. I believe meaningful change comes from a combination of insight, self-awareness, and actionable steps that can be applied outside of therapy.
Many clients tell me their first session felt easier than they expected. Our initial meeting is focused on getting to know you, understanding what brought you to therapy, and discussing what you hope to gain from the process. You'll have the opportunity to share your story at your own pace, ask questions, and begin building a foundation for our work together.
License
License(s)
Education
University of Pittsburgh
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$70 - $110Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Paypal
- Zelle
- Venmo
Accepted insurance plans
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Capital Blue Cross PA
- Independence Blue Cross PA
- Geisinger
- The Health Plan
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Highmark BCBS PA
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Bullying
- Career
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Mental Health Professionals
- Neuropsychological Issues
- Oppositional/Defiant Behavior
- Personality Disorders
- Pet Loss
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress/Stress Management
- Suicidality
- Suicide Loss
- Trauma & PTSD
- Violence
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Single Parents
- Military Families
- Autism
- Biracial
- Veterans
- Trauma Survivors
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
Languages
- English
Website and social media