Michelle is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, licensed in NY, CT, and Florida, with over 20 years of diverse nursing experience. Her clinical background includes pediatrics, school health, and care coordination, equipping her with a holistic and compassionate approach to patient care. Michelle brings both personal and professional expertise in working with children and families affected by autism. She is deeply committed to guiding families through complex healthcare and educational systems, connecting them with essential resources, and ensuring children receive the services they need to thrive. In her current role, Michelle provides medication management and supportive care to pediatric and adult patients living with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder. She employs a proven framework to uncover the root causes of her clients' challenges and develop personalized treatment plans that drive meaningful and measurable outcomes. Michelle is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP), with a specialization in the Care of Populations, at Quinnipiac University.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session together, we’ll begin with brief introductions to help establish a comfortable connection. From there, we’ll explore the specific challenges you’re facing so I can gain a clear understanding of your needs. This allows me to develop a personalized treatment plan, ensuring that our follow-up sessions are focused, supportive, and aligned with your goals.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked extensively with the special needs population—particularly in pediatrics—I’ve developed a proven, step-by-step approach to care. This includes helping you (a) identify the root causes of your challenges and (b) create a personalized plan designed to support measurable, meaningful progress.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I have a deep passion for working with individuals with special needs and their families. Many of my clients are motivated to improve, but often lack the tools or support to turn that goal into reality. They frequently feel stuck, overwhelmed, and anxious about what lies ahead. My role is to meet them where they are, help them feel understood, and empower them with practical strategies and compassionate care to move forward with confidence.
Play Therapy
Play therapy is a form of psychological treatment in which a trained therapist uses play to help children express and work through difficult emotions, behaviors, or experiences. It allows them to cope with challenges in a safe and supportive environment by playing with toys and engaging in activities that are natural to their developmental stage. Play therapy is often used for children facing issues like anxiety, trauma, behavioral problems, or social difficulties.
Psychoeducation
Enhancing individuals' knowledge and skills to manage their condition and improve their well-being.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that helps individuals manage problems by changing their thought patterns and behaviors, focusing on the present, and developing coping strategies.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
CPT focuses on helping individuals process and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs that may be contributing to their PTSD symptoms. It uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to: Identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs Develop new, more balanced perspectives Improve coping skills Promote emotional regulation
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Culturally sensitive therapy emphasizes the importance of understanding how a client's cultural background, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and other identity factors, can influence their experiences, beliefs, and behaviors.
17 ratings with written reviews
October 9, 2025
Michelle is incredibly knowledgeable and very down to Earth. She's a great direct communicator, making everything so easy. She made me feel heard, comfortable and validated. Thank you, Michelle
October 9, 2025
I love that I was able to find someone to connect and understand exactly what I was going thru and feeling. She is direct and holistic which is the most important thing to treat a person that is going thru psychological issues. Made me feel like a normal person just having normal problems! Thank You Doc!!!
October 6, 2025
I like that she is upfront with her clients and seemed open minded about other's experiences!