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Michal Pomeranetz

Michal Pomeranetz

LMFT

California

Compassionate therapist focused on motivation and change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMFT
License
LMFT, California / 53883
Experience
14 years
Languages
English, Hebrew
Location
California

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

    • Motivational focus
    • Values based work
    • 14 years experience

    About Michal

    Michal Pomeranetz is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in California who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and depression. She also supports those coping with life changes and looking to rebuild motivation or confidence. Michal speaks English and Hebrew and brings 14 years of clinical experience to her work.

    Her style centers on open conversation and practical steps. She creates a space where people can talk about their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Sessions focus on understanding what matters to the client and finding small, doable changes that build forward momentum.

    Michal draws on several approaches to fit each person’s needs. She uses Motivational Interviewing to explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and take meaningful action, and Client-Centered Therapy to keep the client’s perspective central. She also integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy when helpful.

    Over the years she has helped people manage mood concerns, attachment wounds, caregiver stress, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, and trauma-related symptoms. Her work aims to make everyday life more manageable and to help clients build skills they can use outside sessions.

    Michal encourages people to take the first step and reach out. To begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

  2. How her approaches translate to online therapy

    Michal uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what they want and to strengthen their motivation for change. This approach focuses on listening, exploring mixed feelings, and finding practical next steps that fit a person's goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name their values and take small, values-aligned actions even when emotions are difficult. ACT emphasizes mindfulness skills and doing what matters most.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Michal will collaborate with each person to decide which methods make the most sense based on goals, preferences, and what gets in the way of progress. She adapts techniques so they fit the client’s daily life and immediate needs rather than sticking to one fixed method.

    Confirm current session options before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer sessions that focus on skill practice and planning between meetings, while others use them for deeper conversation and emotional processing. The therapist and client can discuss what works best for pacing and format during the initial match and scheduling steps.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameMood disordersPost-traumatic stressWomen's issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    14+ years

    Listed in

    California

    Languages

    English, Hebrew

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Michal help with?

    She assists people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, family of origin concerns, guilt and shame, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and women's issues.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her approach is conversational and nonjudgmental. She works collaboratively and focuses on practical steps and building motivation for change.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has 14 years of professional experience working with individuals on a range of mood and relationship-related concerns.

    What are her credentials and where is she located?

    She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.

    Which languages are supported in sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English and Hebrew.

    Can people outside the United States work with her?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are session costs handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with Michal?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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