Dr. Michelle Turnbough

Combining practical therapies with flexible online care

Dr. Turnbough commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete coping skills for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood challenges. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients' perspectives guide the pace and goals of work, which can be especially helpful for processing trauma or building self-compassion. Motivational Interviewing is another tool she uses to support readiness for change, particularly when addressing addictions or behavioral shifts.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, priorities, and preferences and then adapt methods so treatment aligns with their goals and life circumstances. This helps ensure that interventions feel relevant and manageable rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and different communication styles. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access consistent support regardless of location, while allowing licensed professionals to tailor techniques like CBT exercises, motivational conversations, and client-centered reflection to the medium that works best for the client.