Meet Michelle (she/they)

Trauma Therapist in Concord,NC

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Michelle Reinhard, LCSW, CCTP

Have you ever felt lost or disconnected from the world around you and at odds with your inner self? Do you find yourself trying to decide how to best present yourself to certain people or in different situations yet still feeling like you don’t fit in?

Many people grow up without truly understanding their identity often as a result of trauma, abuse, limited resources, or oppressive systems. Society places us in a box with prescribed rules for how to look, how to act, how to have relationships, and even what to think. Not being authentically ourselves leads to chronic stress, exhaustion, anxiety, depression, and relational distress.

I help my clients deconstruct the labels forced on them by others and rebuild their identity in alignment with their authentic selves. By reclaiming themselves, we can address the root cause of their discomfort and learn to live boldly with increased confidence, self-esteem, and self-worth.

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Understanding, empathy, and compassion…

As a queer, neurodivergent person growing up in an environment intent on molding me into anything but my true self, I deeply understand feeling like you are not enough, you don’t fit in, or can’t seem to do anything “right.” My desire to be a therapist developed over decades of evolving my own identity, searching for true community, and surviving my own childhood trauma and relational abuse.

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Safety, validation, and support…

I utilize both my personal and professional experience to support trauma healing, abuse recovery, and the evolution of one's identity. I believe every individual is worthy of the healthy life experience they desire. I endeavor to guide with compassion, acceptance, and empowerment towards desired goals. During our sessions, I prioritize creating a safe environment where you feel supported and validated while addressing mental, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual needs.

Authenticity, connection, and warmth…

I’m just another human being living this human experience. I’m here to sit next to you and provide genuine validation and support while you take courageous steps forward to reclaim the life you want and deserve.

If you would like to connect with me, fill out the interest form below! I look forward to meeting you!

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My Therapy Approach

Every individual is completely unique with their own experiences, perspectives, needs, and learning styles. So my approach is always individualized to each client, session, and goal.

I integrate a variety of evidence-based therapies including positive psychology, person-centered therapy, trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), somatic therapy, and mindfulness.

What matters most is what works for you and makes you feel safe, seen, and heard! No matter who you are, my approach is always built on the foundation of empathy, acceptance, and collaboration.

Speciality Areas

Trauma & CPTSD
LGBTQIA+ experience
Identity exploration & evolution
Depression & Anxiety
Healing from abuse & interpersonal harm
- Childhood trauma & abuse
- Religious trauma & abuse
- Workplace violence & abuse
- Narcissistic harm & abuse
- Interpersonal Partner Violence (IPV) & Domestic Violence (DV)