Individualized Therapy for Adolescents, Adults and Families

A. Michael Blanche, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals and families address addiction and mental health challenges.

Throughout his career, Michael has established and supervised residential and outpatient treatment programs across the Philadelphia region. In 2016 he Co-Founder of ETHOS Treatment LLC, an Intensive Outpatient Program with locations throughout the Philadelphia and Pittsburg area and telehealth services. In 2024, he received the Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence in recognition of his contributions to recovery and mental health community.

In his independent practice in West Chester, or telehealth Michael provides individualized care to adolescents, adults, and families. Services include:

Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluations to clarify concerns and guide treatment planning

Individual and Family Therapy, tailored to each client's needs and goals

Care Coordination and Consultation to help families determine the right level of care and connect with appropriate providers

Speaking and Training

Michael is a nationally recognized speaker and workshop facilitator who specializes in prevention, education, and professional development. He is widely known for his presentation on the impact of technology and artificial intelligence on adolescent development, which helps parents, educators, and clinicians understand how the digital world is shaping young people today. For professionals, Michael offers continuing education (CEU) trainings for clinicians and treatment teams. For schools and community organizations, he provides practical, research-informed programs for students, parents, and staff. His audiences include schools, community groups, treatment centers, and conferences

Known for his exceptional ability to connect with clients and his deep understanding of addiction and mental health, Michael has helped countless individuals and families find hope and healing.

Specialties Include

Confidentiality and Trauma-Informed Care

Therapy works best when you feel safe. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, an approach that recognizes how past experiences can shape the way people feel, respond, and trust others. In practice, this means creating an environment where you are treated with respect, have a voice in your care, and can move at a pace that feels right for you.

Confidentiality is central to that sense of safety. It is a core principle of the social work Code of Ethics, and I take your privacy seriously. What you share in session stays between us, so you can speak openly about whatever matters to you.

Your privacy is also protected by law. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets national standards for safeguarding personal health information, including mental health and psychotherapy records.

There are a few limited exceptions required by law, such as situations involving risk of serious harm to yourself or others, or suspected abuse of a child or vulnerable adult. I review these with every client at the start of treatment, so you always know what to expect.