Therapist in Walnut Creek, California Michelle Reardon, Therapist
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 15-65+
Appointments: Telehealth only. In-office visits not available
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Michelle Reardon, MA, LMFT
Michelle Reardon, LMFT, a compassionate and skilled therapist at LifeStance Health in California, provides tailored support to individuals, couples, and groups navigating life’s challenges. Serving adolescents, young adults, and individuals across the lifespan, she specializes in helping patients address anxiety, relational challenges, and life transitions. Michelle’s empathetic and solution-focused approach empowers clients to gain clarity, develop resilience, and achieve a greater sense of well-being.
Michelle is particularly passionate about guiding clients through anxiety, life transitions, and women’s issues, including postpartum depression and reproductive challenges. She offers a safe, affirming space for individuals to explore their emotions, uncover patterns, and develop strategies for growth. Her work with clients facing midlife changes and later-life transitions reflects her commitment to fostering understanding and balance during pivotal moments.
In her practice, Michelle incorporates evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques. She also offers couples therapy, addressing relational dynamics and communication challenges to help partners build stronger, healthier connections. Michelle supports diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, those in adoption or foster care, and people experiencing grief or trauma, tailoring her care to meet each person’s unique needs.
Outside of her professional life, Michelle enjoys staying active through daily walks, pickleball, and rollerblading with friends. She finds joy in spending time with her loved ones, pets, and engaging in hobbies like reading psychological thrillers or enjoying a relaxing spa day. Michelle values mindfulness and often unwinds with hot tea and jazz music, ensuring balance in her own life.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Couple's Issues
- Depression
- Grief
- Later Life Transitions
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Men's Issues
- Midlife Transitions
- Post-Partum Depression/Anxiety
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- PTSD/Trauma
- Reproductive Challenges
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Aetna-Medicare
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Carelon (Beacon)-Medicare
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- ComPsych
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)-Medicare
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- Health Net (MHN)
- Health Net (MHN)-Medicare
- Humana-Medicare
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)-Medicare
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)-Medicare
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Interventions
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- CBT for Insomnia
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Parenting Skills
Education
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University of San Francisco
Professional | 2022
Santa Rosa, CA, US
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California State University Sacramento
Undergraduate | 2018
Sacramento, CA, US
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Michelle Reardon. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Michelle Reardon generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Michelle Reardon's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Michelle Reardon:
- Aetna
- Aetna-Medicare
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Carelon (Beacon)-Medicare
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- ComPsych
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)-Medicare
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- Health Net (MHN)
- Health Net (MHN)-Medicare
- Humana-Medicare
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)-Medicare
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)-Medicare
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Michelle Reardon is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Michelle Reardon works at:
Yes, Michelle Reardon does offer online telehealth visits.
No, Michelle Reardon is not currently offering in-office visits. They are offering online telehealth appointments.