Mico Lay
Supervisee in Social Work
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About Mico Lay
Mico, or M, is a Supervisee in Social Work with over 8 years of experience supporting diverse populations across the lifespan, including couples, families, children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and military and veteran communities. She has worked with individuals navigating challenges such as PTSD, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, life transitions, eating disorders, stress, moral injury, and more. Prior to entering the mental health field, Mico served in the United States Armed Forces as a medical professional. This experience deepened the commitment to service, resilience, and holistic care. Mico's passion for people is at the heart of her work. She is dedicated to helping individuals navigate emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges in ways that support overall well-being and meaningful, lasting growth.
FAQs
One breakthrough that stands out involves a client who had completed several tours in theater/combat. The client experienced long-term trauma, struggled with survivors' guilt and held deep feelings of shame, unworthiness and self blame. Through a trauma informed and strength based approach, I worked to help the client understand how their past experiences shaped their beliefs about themself and their relationships. Over time, the client was able to reframe those beliefs and agreed to continue therapy, as he reported feeling heard and understood for the first time. The client developed healthier coping strategies and demonstrated self love that not only impacted the client, but the client’s relationships were improved as well. Observing the client see themselves from a place of unworthiness & self criticism to self compassion was very meaningful.
Clients can expect a collaborative, respectful & non-judgmental environment with a person-centered approach, where individuals feel heard and supported.
The first session is primarily focused on building rapport and creating a comfortable space for the client. I begin reviewing informed consent, confidentiality and the counseling process, so that the client understands what to expect and has the opportunity to ask questions. We explore the concerns that brought the client to counseling, to include their current challenges and any relevant personal social or family history that may help inform treatment. I ask about the client’s strengths, supports and goals for therapy. My priority in the first session is helping the client feel safe, heard, respected, understood and hopeful about the counseling process.
I am motivated by observing clients learn to be kind to themselves as they navigate challenging situations. I love to see people reach their full potential whatever that may look like for them
Highlights
Mico Lay, Supervisee in Social Work, is under the clinical supervision of Tiffany Stephens, LCSW, 2340 Commonwealth Dr. Ste 0101 Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-214-6556, while obtaining supervised post-master’s degree experience per the laws and regulations governing the practice of Social Work.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My clients leave sessions, feeling supported, grounded and equipped to face their challenges.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strength is meeting people where they are and walking alongside them on their journey to where they would like to be.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy & Trauma-Focused Therapy.
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