Michele is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Connecticut, with over 22 years of experience.  She received a Master’s Degree in Community Psychology with a concentration in Community Clinical Services, from the University of New Haven.  She also received post graduate training in the field of Community Counseling at Southern Connecticut State University.

Michele specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and attachment issues.  She uses a very eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of different specialties and training, so that she can provide you and/or your child with a unique approach to fit your own unique needs.  Michele believes that you and she are partners in your treatment, and together, you will navigate your personal journey to wellness.

Some of her specialized certifications are:

• Nationally Certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
• Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS)
• Certified in Bounce Back 
• Path International-Certified as an Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning (ESMHL)
• Certified in Positive Parenting Program, Standard & Teen (Triple P)
• Certified in Circle of Security 

Some of her specialized trainings are: 

• Advanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Training
• Advanced TF-CBT for Trafficking & CSE
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Natural Lifemanship Fundamentals
• Marschak Interaction Method (MIM)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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