Referral Information for Healthcare Providers
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about my practice.
I’m Michele Nelson, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience providing secure, online therapy for adults in Louisiana and Delaware. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, overthinking, life changes, and people-pleasing patterns—often shaped by difficult or emotionally unsafe relationships.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed, using evidence-based practices such as CBT and mindfulness, along with strategies that help clients reduce the physical stress of anxiety. Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed and stuck in cycles of worry, and through our work they learn to feel calmer, set healthier boundaries, and move through life with greater confidence and self-trust.
Who I Work With
I primarily work with adults who appear capable on the outside but quietly struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or people-pleasing patterns.
Some of the most common challenges I support include:
Chronic worry, overthinking, or intrusive thoughts
Difficulty setting and maintaining boundaries
Cycles of self-doubt, guilt, or emotional overwhelm
Major life changes such as caregiving, career shifts, or relationship endings
Stress-related mood changes, fatigue, or burnout
How I Help
I use a collaborative, trauma-informed approach that blends CBT, mindfulness, and body-based strategies to help clients manage anxiety and rebuild confidence.
Through therapy, clients often learn to:
Calm anxious thinking and reduce overwhelm
Set healthier boundaries with less guilt
Strengthen self-trust and resilience
Approach challenges with greater clarity and calm
How to Refer
Referring a client to my practice is straightforward. You can:
Email me directly at michele@michelenelsontherapy.com
Call my confidential voicemail line: 504-832-4940
Or share my website with the client: www.michelenelsontherapy.com
If you're reaching out on behalf of a client, feel free to include their name, contact information, and any relevant context. I respond promptly to referrals and follow up directly with the client to schedule a free consultation or first appointment.