Michelle is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Cleveland State University, and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The College of Wooster. She is also an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist. 

Before completing her master’s degree, Michelle spent five years working at Applewood Centers, where she worked with children and adolescents with histories of trauma. Michelle has since gained experience working with diverse populations with severe mental illness and addiction, and specializes in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and helping clients through transitional phases of life. During her years as a clinician, Michelle has sought advanced training in trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness-based practices, expressive arts techniques, and working with couples.

Michelle utilizes a client-focused and humanistic framework in her clinical practice, drawing from Gestalt, Jungian, and existential schools of thought. As a trained yoga teacher with advanced training in meditation, Michelle brings a strong background of mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic awareness to her clinical practice. She takes a collaborative and holistic approach with her clients, to help them discover the fullest expression of their most authentic selves, taking into account mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects. Treatment modalities used include EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, and solution- focused therapy.