About Michelle

I have spent the last ten years in the counseling field, first in corporate wellness and now as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Wellness Coach, and speaker. My mission is to create and maintain positive change in the lives of my clients. I view the therapeutic and coaching process as a collaborative journey of discovery and growth. I hold a Master’s Degree in Counseling from George Mason University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Foods and Exercise Science from Virginia Tech. A blended educational background in counseling and nutrition has allowed me to offer a unique wellness approach when handling issues related to:

Anxiety
Depression
Emotional eating
Eating Disorders
Negative body image
Self Esteem
Stress Management

To accommodate the busy lifestyles of my clients, not only do I see clients in my office, I provide coaching, support groups and seminars over the phone. I consult with local community centers, mothering groups, churches, and businesses and offer a variety of workshops. I present seminars and classes on Self-Esteem, Adult Weight Management, Balanced Mothering and other topics for local organizations in the Northern Virginia, metropolitan area. I am the author of a monthly e-newsletter, Life Balance, which contains tips on personal growth, self-esteem and healthy living.

Professional Affiliations and Certificates:

Licensed Professional Counselor, Commonwealth of Virginia
Northern Virginia Licensed Professional Counselors
Professional Membership, American Dietetic Association
Professional Membership, Weight Management Dietary Practice Group
National Association for Self-Esteem
Certificate of Training, Adult Weight Management, American Dietetic Association
Certified in Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®
Certified Fitness Specialist, Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research