It can be incredibly difficult to admit that you need help even though life is continually presenting bigger and scarier obstacles to overcome. You have already made an amazingly brave decision to seek counseling services and should be proud of yourself for taking that first step. I’m Michelle and it is my goal to provide you with a safe and warm environment where we can begin to cultivate a strong and authentic therapeutic relationship. I practice from an eclectic approach of evidence-based practices, adjusting each approach to your specific needs. My counseling style is relaxed, direct, and compassionate.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue
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Michelle is a god send! Her personality helps me be comfortable talking about tough situations and really opening up.
Written on Mar 13, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
She really help me and she took her time with me and she listen what I had to talked about .
Written on Mar 06, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rutherford uses her vast knowledge, education, and experience to be extremely helpful, supportive, empowering, and constructive. Shes a great listener and guide. I highly recommend.
Written on Mar 05, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Michelle is the best! She is always responsive to messages and flexible with scheduling. She listens and offers advice and solutions and she is so relatable so I feel comfortable talking to her.
Written on Jan 22, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
She’s awsome!
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Michelle for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Michelle is so thoughtful. She does a great job checking in and reminding me. She also strikes a great balance between professionalism and being authentic. I’m so grateful I found her!
Written on Jul 26, 2023 after therapy with Michelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd