“I am deeply committed to helping individuals with anxiety reclaim their lives. I understand how overwhelming anxiety can be, and I am particularly sensitive to how it often brings intense self-criticism, high personal standards and fear of judgment. My passion lies in creating a safe, compassionate space where clients can confront their fears without judgment and feel empowered to break free from the patterns that limit them. Through collaboration, empathy and the development of practical coping skills, I believe that change is not only possible, it’s likely.”
Michelle utilizes evidence-based approaches such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Her client-centered approach ensures that therapy is a collaborative process, tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Together, Michelle and her clients develop practical strategies to overcome challenges, improve emotional resilience, and foster long-term mental wellness.
Michelle is a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience in therapy, beginning in 2011. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Calvin College and completed her master’s in social work at the University of Michigan in 2009.
