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Ellen Codere

LMSW

Ellen Codere , LMSW

Therapist in Michigan

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About Ellen

Ellen Codere is a Michigan-based licensed therapist with 32 years of professional experience helping adults navigate emotional and interpersonal challenges. As an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - she brings decades of clinical work to support people facing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Ellen combines compassionate listening with practical strategies to help individuals develop healthier coping skills and greater self-understanding.

Her practice emphasizes personalized care for issues such as stress management, communication difficulties, social anxiety, identity concerns, self-esteem, and emotional healing. Ellen works collaboratively to explore each person’s history and current strengths, aiming to build resilience and foster meaningful change. She integrates evidence-informed methods to address workplace stress, family dynamics, and other everyday pressures while honoring each client’s unique goals.

With a focus on empowerment and steady progress, Ellen supports clients through both short-term challenges and longer-term growth. Her approach is client-centered and practical, designed to help people move from feeling stuck toward clearer direction, improved relationships, and a stronger sense of well-being.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear. It is useful for people coping with anxiety, low motivation, or life transitions who want to build psychological flexibility. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep or eating concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own insight and growth, which can be especially valuable for relationship issues, self-esteem, and personal identity work.

Ellen works collaboratively with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best. Finding the right method is part of the therapeutic process, and she partners with clients to tailor techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences. This shared planning helps ensure that treatment aligns with practical concerns and personal values.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to travel for every appointment.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Ellen Codere have?

Ellen Codere has 32 years of experience as a practicing therapist.

Is Ellen Codere a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMSW credential. License details are MI LMSW 6801083256. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker.

In which languages does Ellen Codere provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Ellen Codere located?

Ellen Codere is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Ellen Codere as my therapist?

You can work with Ellen Codere through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ellen Codere work with international clients?

Ellen Codere does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ellen Codere cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

32+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

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