Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. Before coming to Ellie Mental Health, Michelle managed an intensive outpatient program in a hospital setting helping clients work through chronic depression, anxiety, and substance use. She has spent the majority of her career working with individuals impacted by trauma. Michelle is passionate when it comes to helping others achieve their goals. She takes a client-centered approach to treatment, making every effort to meet individuals where they are at, while at the same time, encouraging and supporting them to become their best selves. Michelle has advanced training in CBT techniques, group counseling, and motivational interviewing. She is trained in EMDR and Gottman’s Level 1 and Level 2 couple’s counseling techniques. Michelle has a history of helping others and a love of learning stemming from her early college days. Her goal is to help others overcome the challenges they face in order to achieve peace and purpose in their lives. In her free time, Michelle enjoys spending quality time with her spouse and her two rescue cats.