Michelle Kane

Michelle Kane is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who possesses extensive training to work with individuals across all ages and stages of development, complemented by specialized expertise in working with couples and families. She employs a systemic perspective along with a strength-based and resilience approach, blending evidence-based theories into her therapeutic practice. Michelle addresses a variety of issues, including life stage transitions, marital satisfaction and intimacy issues, high conflict situations, anxiety, depression, dynamics within divorced or remarried or blended families, anger management, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, multicultural communication, stress management, family of origin challenges, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, spiritual development, and work/life balance. Her previous role as a Clinical Program Fellow at the Family Institute at Northwestern University allowed her to specialize in Mindfulness and Behavior Therapies, creating a unique balance of acceptance and change in therapy. Michelle uses mindfulness practices to guide clients in accessing their personal wisdom, approaching each session with a gentle yet dynamic style. Furthermore, she incorporates innovative areas of mental health wellness, such as Interpersonal Neurobiology, Positive Psychology, and Energy Healing. With a profound respect for her clients, Michelle acknowledges that each individual's needs in therapy are distinct. She is dedicated to supporting them on their journey of personal growth and healing.