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Michelle Protko

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Presbyterian Counseling Center
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Communication Issues,
Insurance: Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Beacon, Blue Cross,

Introduction

I am here to help foster hope on your journey. My goal is to create a respectful and enriching environment that can help you or your family increase insight, communication, or identify positive coping skills to meet life's challenges--ultimately bringing about the power to evolve and heal from life's trials. I am a client-centered counselor who believes a non-judgmental environment helps to set the stage for healing and empowerment--whether that's navigating current life stressors, anxiety, depression, a new diagnosis, trauma, grief, parenting tools, improvement of relationships, or a host of other topics. I'm here to help. The goal of my practice is to help restore balance in your life. I offer therapy to individual adults. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Qualified Supervisor in the State of Florida, in good standing. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC)/Board Certified Counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors. I am accepting new clients. I specialize in therapy for adults, depression and anxiety, parenting techniques, grief/loss, trauma, adjustment disorders, and life transitions.I am an LGBTQ+ Ally. I am a member of the Florida Counseling Association, Chi Sigma Iota, American Mental Health Counselors Association, American Counseling Association, Florida Association for Infant Mental Health.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers

Highlights

  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LMHC #MH13799 (FL)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Michelle Protko accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • Beacon
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fee Description $70 - $130

Locations

First Presbyterian New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168-7340
Port Orange Presbyterian Church
Port Orange, FL 32129-7450
Videohealth

Frequently asked questions

Is Michelle Protko accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Michelle Protko is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Michelle Protko offer telehealth appointments? Michelle Protko does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Michelle Protko specialize in? Michelle Protko specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Parenting, Postpartum Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Stress, Trauma, Women's Health, and Women's Issues.

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