Michelle Hernandez

Michelle Hernandez is a dedicated therapist who works with individuals ages 10 and up, as well as couples and families. With extensive training in the treatment of eating disorders and related concerns, she is equipped to help clients navigate their challenges effectively. Michelle has a rich background in assisting couples dealing with marital and relational challenges, and she has successfully guided families through issues such as divorce, substance abuse, and parenting dilemmas. Her expertise covers a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, emotional and behavioral issues, academic struggles, relationship dynamics, anger management, and codependency.

Having served as a high school teacher for 15 years, Michelle connects well with adolescents and is attuned to the complexities of young people's lives. With personal experience growing up in a home affected by alcoholism and navigating her own journey through divorce, she brings a deep understanding of marriage and family issues to her practice. Moreover, her certification in the Prepare/Enrich marital and premarital program enhances her ability to support couples effectively.

As a cancer survivor, Michelle infuses her work with resilience and compassion. Her dual master's degree in pastoral and clinical counseling allows her to address clients' religious and spiritual concerns sensitively. Typically employing a client-centered approach to therapy, she adapts her methods to be more directive when working with couples and families, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.