Michelle works with individuals across the lifespan, including children as young as two, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Michelle also has specialized experience supporting healthcare providers and individuals working or volunteering in animal welfare organizations. Her therapeutic approach integrates interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, existential therapy, and person-centered methods, and is strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed.
Michelle has experience addressing complex trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, perinatal mood disorders, fertility struggles, developmental challenges, acute and chronic illness, life transitions, attachment trauma, conflict, parenting, and relationship issues. She also understands the special education system and supports families navigating it.

She utilizes a range of evidence-based techniques, including Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, EMDR, DBT, ACT, and somatic approaches. Michelle has completed EMDRIA-approved basic EMDR training and additional training in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Adlerian Play Therapy, AutPlay, Synergetic Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, DBT, and EMDR with children. She is currently in Phase Three of the Association for Play Therapy credentialing program.

Michelle is a National Certified Counselor and a member of the American Counseling Association, EMDRIA, and the Association for Play Therapy. She is committed to walking alongside clients on their journey—because no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone. She understands that life can be challenging and approaches each client with warmth, empathy, and a holistic perspective. She believes in meeting people where they are, collaborating to support them through struggles and mental health challenges so they can achieve their goals and dreams.