Hi! I’m Michelle Balisi – Southern California native, Sagittarius sun (Cancer moon, and Taurus Rising ☺), dog mom to Kyla, first generation Filipina-American, former cheer/song-leader, Attuned Reiki II Practitioner, INFJ, 90s RB & Hip-Hop appreciator, and … California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist!
As a new transplant from Riverside County to San Diego County, I am still discovering all SoCal has to offer, including local culture. I love almost everything about beach city life and have a newfound appreciation for nature and its non-human inhabitants.
My style of therapy is based on the foundation of curiosity, exploration, collaboration, empathy, and of course non-judgment with a non-pathologizing approach. I am LGBTQIA2S+ and multicultural affirming, and I have experience in treating individuals, couples, families, and groups comprised of all ages. I am passionate about serving diverse populations and am mindful about the intersections of culture, age, ethnicity, race, sexuality, gender, and language and its effects on mental health wellness.
I specialize in working with those who experience emotional distress and its resulting symptoms, due to daily life stressors, major life transitions, and relational issues.
