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Michelle Foraker
Licensed Therapist
904-209-8217
Providing Telehealth services to adults located in:
Florida, Georgia, New Hampshire, Wisconsin, Tennessee, South Carolina, Indiana, and Virginia
building bridges one section at a time.
connect. cross. conquer.
Welcome to Bridge the Gap coaching
Feeling like your thoughts, emotions, or life circumstances are starting to run the show?
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
This is a space to slow down, get clear on what’s holding you back, and
build steadier ways forward—without judgment, pressure, or performative “growth.”
Through thoughtful conversation and practical support,
we’ll work together to strengthen the bridge
between where you are and where you want to be—
so you can move forward with
clarity, confidence, and intention.
Bridge the Gap's mission?
To offer thoughtful, high-quality coaching that helps
individuals, couples, and families
build stronger connections—with themselves and with each other.
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This is a space to face what feels hard with support, not pressure—
so you can move through fear, reconnect with your strengths, and
make room for what actually feels meaningful in your life.
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I’ve supported many people in bridging the gap
between feeling stuck and feeling steady—
by building self-awareness, creating practical tools for real-life challenges, and strengthening the relationships that matter most.
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The result isn’t perfection. It’s progress you can feel:
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Greater self-awareness
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More satisfying relationships
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Increased confidence and clarity
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More ease and joy in everyday life
Specializing in Mental Health Support
Abuse/Trauma
Healing from trauma takes care, patience, and trust. This is a supportive space to process your experiences at a pace that feels safe. Together, we focus on strengthening resilience, rebuilding stability, and creating a steadier bridge forward—one that honors your story while helping you move ahead with greater confidence and self-compassion.
Anger
Anger can feel overwhelming—emotionally and physically. My goal is to help you understand what fuels it, reduce the intensity it creates in your body, and build steadier responses. You can’t always control people or situations, yet you can strengthen the bridge between trigger and response—so you regain choice, balance, and control.
Anxiety
Anxiety can quietly take over your thoughts, body, and daily life. I offer personalized, compassionate support to help you understand what’s driving it and how to respond differently. Together, we build ways to manage anxiety, strengthen your sense of balance, and create a calmer bridge forward—one grounded in clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
Depression
Depression can feel heavy and isolating. This is a space where you’re met with empathy, understanding, and practical support. Together, we’ll work at a steady pace to reduce its weight, strengthen emotional wellness, and build a bridge toward renewed hope—helping you reconnect with yourself, your energy, and what feels possible again.
Growth & Development
This work is built on one core truth: everyone arrives with a desire for growth. Some carry deep challenges, others quieter shifts, yet each person identifies places ready for change. Most seek greater satisfaction, meaningful connection, and a stronger ability to love—both themselves and others—more fully and with intention.
Loss/Grief
Grief shows up in many forms, including the loss of beloved pets. I offer compassionate support and healthy grieving tools to help you process loss and tend to unfinished emotional pieces that linger. Together, we work toward honoring what was lost while building a steadier bridge back to daily life, meaning, and emotional ease.
Marital/Relationship
Healthy, fulfilling relationships are foundational to well-being. I support individuals and couples in strengthening communication, deepening connection, and navigating challenges with greater clarity and care. Together, we build the bridge between misunderstanding and understanding—helping relationships feel more secure, more honest, and more aligned with what truly matters to you.
Stress
I draw from a wide range of approaches to help you build practical tools for managing stress and creating greater inner peace. Together, we find strategies that fit your personality and lifestyle—so you can rely on yourself as your strongest resource, make healthier choices, and practice self-care in ways that actually feel sustainable.
Spirituality
When it’s important to you, we can explore the spiritual side of your life in a way that honors your beliefs and values. Spiritual coaching is gentle, supportive work—focused on deepening self-understanding, connecting with your inner essence, and creating space for meaningful spiritual growth, guided by what feels authentic to you.
What People Say
A.M.
March 20, 2021
Michelle makes me feel like I am safe expressing who I am and what I am going through. She listens and affirms and also gives guidance of what to expect.
I really appreciate her
commitment to our process.
C.M.
April 17, 2024
The level of engagement and insightfulness during our sessions has been truly transformative. The treatment style, high effort level, and professionalism also deeply enhanced my journey toward healing.
S.D.
September 22, 2025
Michelle creates a space that feels safe, supportive, and free of judgment.
She balances compassion with practical tools that help me navigate challenges and move forward with clarity.
I always leave our sessions feeling heard, understood, and empowered.