Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience working with women issues. She is a wife, a mother of two daughters, and  a cancer survivor.  Her christian faith, appreciation for anything you can do outdoors (cycling, mountain biking, running, camping, fly fishing) and love of books guide her in making intentional, healthy choices in her life.

She also has been conducting her workshop series, The Balanced Mother, for the last 15 years, and speaking to various women’s groups on a variety of topics that center on life balance and personal strength.  She has been interviewed in print,  radio and  television regarding topics ranging from “Perfectionist Parenting” to “Creating Your Ideal Life”.  

Over the years Michelle has been blessed and privileged to work with hundreds of amazing people working with a variety of issues such as: depression, anxiety, life transitions, motherhood, fertility, cancer, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, self esteem and family issues.  As an avid reader and student she has developed many different resources and approaches to facilitate positive change. Among them are: EMDR, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral techniques, somatic techniques and DBT.

In a safe environment Michelle guides her clients to develop resources that empower them to make their own healing choices.  She believes everyone has a deep desire to be happy, to feel peace and to feel love. When old unhealthy patterns or life circumstances get in the way, inhibiting us from felling these things, we can use a little help.

Michelle is here for you, combining 20 plus years of counseling experience and life experience to guide, to listen, and to empower you to live and love the life you have.

TESTIMONIALS AND REFFERANCES

“I have had the honor working with Michell for over 10 years. I have always felt good when I could refer a patient of mine to her for psychotherapy. Michelle has the the alignmentnment of heart, mind and spirit that is needed in mental health care. She is a gem!” ~Dr. Karen Horst

“Over the past 10 years working as a RN and Lactation Consultant at Lutheran Medical Center and Saint Joseph Hospital I have had the privilege of working alongside Michelle, learning from her the importance of self care and balancing Motherhood. I trust her 100% to support the families I refer. She is kind, caring and empowers women to become their very best selves.   ~Katie Halverstadt RN

“Michelle is a well-rounded therapist who has a vast amount of knowledge pertaining to women’s mental health. She is consciousness and thoughtful with her approach and is a valued mental health colleague.” ~Jessica Oldham PMHNP, RN, Psychiatric Nurse

“Michelle is by far the most intuitive, clear, effective and kind therapist I have ever worked with. Working with Michelle was monumental to digging out of the postpartum hole I was in and reconstructing my identity as a person and a mother, also in finding new direction, clarity and healthy boundaries. Last year I told my whole mom’s group they should make an appointment with Michelle.” ~Former client, mother of 2

"I have been incredibly blessed to have Michelle as a vital part of my wellness for the last 4 years. She has helped me through my seasons of womanhood, motherhood and hormonal fluctuations- through times of depression, anger and anxiety. She has helped me find my identity, significance and purpose and has given me tools to live the life I was designed for. She has been a safe place for me to share comfortably, trusting she truly hears with kindness and without judgement. Her wisdom and insight astounds me every time we meet. I recommend Michelle to every woman seeking a healthy life." ~Former client mother of 2


 

 

 

 

Peace.

It does not mean to be in a place
where there is no noise, trouble or
hard work.  It means to be in the 
midst of all those things and still
be calm in your heart.

~unknown