- Years in practice
- 30
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Louisiana
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Parenting issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Zita
Zita "Michelle" Frederic is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience. She focuses on parenting concerns, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Michelle aims to make conversations straightforward and practical for worried parents.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about school struggles, behavior, or everyday stress. Her style centers on listening first, then working together to find small, realistic steps that fit family life.
Background and approach
Sessions tend to be collaborative and strengths-focused, with attention to emotional and behavioral needs. Michelle has a long history supporting students in special education and helping caregivers understand school processes. That background informs how she helps parents advocate and problem-solve around academic and developmental concerns.
She brings practical experience rather than abstract theory. In session she uses clear language and concrete tools parents can try between appointments. Conversations often include communication strategies, coping skills, and ways to build self-esteem in young people.
The aim is steady progress through doable changes. Michelle tailors support to each person's stage and goals. She pays attention to attachment concerns, autism and Asperger Syndrome, caregiver stress, and communication problems when those issues are relevant.
Her approach is collaborative, patient, and focused on moving toward better day-to-day functioning.
What Zita works with
Everything Zita lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Zita helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Guilt and shame
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical problem solving and strengthening relationships. One common approach she uses emphasizes building communication skills and emotional awareness to reduce family conflict and improve connections. This method helps people recognize patterns and try different interaction strategies at home.Another approach centers on coping skills for stress and anxiety. It teaches short, repeatable techniques for calming the body and shifting unhelpful thinking. These techniques are useful when parents or young adults need quick tools to manage overwhelming moments.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Michelle works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels doable. She adjusts methods over time so the work matches changing needs and progress remains realistic.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video allows face-to-face conversation and demonstrations, phone can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited, and text or chat offer quick check-ins or shorter exchanges. These options make it easier to fit support into busy family schedules and to keep momentum between appointments.
Questions people ask about Zita
What parenting and family concerns does she address?
She supports parents with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is nurturing and collaborative. She listens first, then works with parents to create practical steps that fit daily life.
What background does she bring to sessions?
She has 30 years of experience and a long history in school settings supporting students in special education and their caregivers. That experience informs her practical approach to advocacy and problem-solving.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions may be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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