Michelle Pontell
New therapist

Michelle Pontell

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

·LCSW, MA, CCTP
New therapist
Lahaina, HI, United States
Accepting clients

About

When it comes to making meaningful life changes, there are things that work and things that don't. If you feel like you've tried everything -or are desperate to try something new and don't know where to start- I can help. If you or a loved one are facing challenges at work, school, in relationships, with health, or simply feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of daily living, there is help available. If you are looking for solutions that work, you've come to the right place. I use evidence-based techniques for real, rapid, observable change. Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a client favorite for single session improvement. In addition to being a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I use EMDR, Brainspotting & Somatic Experiencing, methods ideally suited to release the stress, anxiety, trauma and overwhelm trapped in one's mind and body. These powerful modalities can allow you to quickly resolve past emotional issues so you can move forward with a sense of joy and freedom. My experiences working with schools, Hospice, crisis intervention, and intensive in-home therapy to families, has allowed me the humbling privilege of walking with all types of individuals through some of life's most difficult circumstances. Whatever your situation, I am available to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be.

I work with

Couples
Couples
Family
Family
Individual
Individual

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

AddictionAdoptionAnxiety
Behavioral IssuesCoping SkillsDepressionDivorceDomestic AbuseFamily ConflictGriefLife CoachingLife TransitionsMarital and PremaritalParentingPeer RelationshipsRelationship IssuesSchool IssuesSelf-HarmingSpiritualityStressTrauma and PTSDWomen's Issues

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
EMDR
Christian Counseling
Emotionally Focused
Person-Centered
Strength Based
Trauma Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Somatic
Play Therapy
Imago
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Narrative

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online, In Person

Free

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · LCSW, MA, CCTP

Michelle Pontell · Verified November 2025

Location

Michelle PonTell Counseling Services, LLC

142 Kupuohi St.

Lahaina, HI, 96761

United States

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

142 Kupuohi St.

Lahaina, HI, 96761 map

I see couples, family and individual
Does not accept insurance

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