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Hello! My name is Michelle and I am a licensed professional counselor. I have been working in the mental health field for 11 years. I have worked with individuals and couples experiencing a variety of issues including family conflict, depression and anxiety, stress-related issues, domestic violence, trauma, anger management, communication challenges, self-esteem, and many more. My counseling style is warm , calm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion.

Life doesn't come with a roadmap — but building one is exactly what we do together.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 17 years of experience working with youth, adults, families, and military communities across school, clinical, and community settings. I've sat with people in some of the most demanding circumstances imaginable — from inpatient mental health facilities to active military bases — and I've learned that what helps most isn't a script. It's connection, clarity, and a practical plan that actually fits your life.

I grew up on a farm, where I learned early that hard work and determination lead to better outcomes. That belief has shaped every corner of my career — and how I show up for every person I work with.

I help people move from simply coping to genuinely thriving. I hold a Master's in Human Relations with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Oklahoma, along with advanced training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). My background spans neurological rehabilitation, residential behavioral health, crisis intervention, and telehealth — and my experience outside of clinical work gives me a grounded, practical understanding of stress, leadership dynamics, and personal growth. I work with adults and youth ages 8 and older, and I'm currently accepting new clients.

I believe therapy allows you to choose your path and heal from the past. I believe there are four things that play a part in life: your environment, emotions, thoughts, and actions. You will build skills to recognize and employ strategies to support yourself as you experience distressing thoughts, emotions, and behavior patterns. Your therapy will be tailored to you, and my goal is to help you change the way you want to change. All people are welcome in my space.

Welcome to True North Mental Health Counseling, LLC!

With over 10 years of clinical experience, I deliver high-quality online therapy tailored to meet you exactly where you are. I specialize in treating anxiety, PTSD, and depression through a collaborative virtual approach. I bring six years of experience supporting Veterans and a decade of leadership and clinical work to every session. My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, respected, and supported. I tailor care to your needs and help you build practical tools, insight, and confidence so you can feel more grounded now and move toward the life you want.

My practice combines your personal expertise with proven methods, including:

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
• Trauma-Informed Care

My background includes six years of dedicated service supporting Veterans, alongside a decade of advancing leadership roles and proven excellence in the clinical field. Together, we will safely build the practical tools and insights you need to confidently manage the present and achieve your future goals.

I focus on the wholeness of a person emotionally, physically, and spiritually. If my clients prefer, I can provide an effortless Biblical approach. I also enjoy using mindfulness along with CBT in sessions as well. Personally, I enjoy social gatherings in my city, singing in choir, spending time with family and friends and learning about random health topics. I am a mother of two little guys and I have been married for 8 years.

I have degrees in nursing, public affairs and environmental management, and social work. It is an interesting combination because I have more lenses than just one to view a client's issues. For example, I can understand the health conditions from a medical perspective, any toxicology issues from the environmental perspective such as workplace exposure to volatile organic compounds, and the social work perspective of mental health, social functioning, and community resources. I have worked with depression, adults molested as children, porn addiction, adoption issues, anxiety, life transitions, grief, PTSD, and more. I have done psychotherapy as a licensed clinician since 2002. Prior to that I had experience in mental health as a nurse.