Bio: I am an aviation wife and familiar with many of the ups and downs of the industry and have deep sympathy for families navigating the closure of Spirit Airlines. I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a master’s in social work from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of settings, including substance use treatment, specialized programs for individuals who have committed sexual offenses, and community-based care with a focus on Hispanic populations, military communities, and teens. In addition to my formal education, I’ve pursued ongoing training and certifications to deepen my skills. I’m currently completing certification in Somatic Experiencing® (SE), a body-based approach to trauma resolution, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and have also trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. Other modalities I frequently draw from include Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing—each one tailored to the unique goals and needs of the individuals and couples I support. Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, and being outdoors—whether hiking in the summer or skiing in the winter. I’m a creative at heart and still prefer paper scrapbooking over digital. And I’m always up for an adventure—I hope to hike in every U.S. National Park someday!
Practice Name: Path Forward Counseling LLC
Office Address: 13911 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka MN 55305
Contact Email: michelle@pathforwardcounselingllc.com
Contact Phone: 612-541-7106
Website: http://www.pathforwardcounselingLLC.com
Offering: Virtual & In-Person Sessions
Number of Pro Bono or Reduced Cost Slots: 1 Pro-bono; 4 sliding scale slots open
I Work With the Following Populations: Perinatal, Aviation, Trauma, Anxiety, Christian Counseling, Grief and Loss, Pornography challenges, 18+ individuals