Michelle M Payne

About Us

The decision to pursue counseling requires a great deal of courage and personal commitment to growth and success. Facing our fears, struggling against negative emotions and behaviors, and sharing our story with others can be difficult and daunting tasks for many people. However, I believe that overcoming our experiences of trauma and past disappointments is the surest way to foster future positive connections and to lead a rich, full life. My goal is to help clients overcome current barriers to happiness and achieve authenticity and vitality in their day-to-day lives. I strive to help clients recharge and revitalize. , My background in trauma, attachment, mood disorders and peri- and post-natal mental health provide me with a unique skill-set to address many issues. Depression, anxiety, coping with losses, struggles with motivation and relationships are common concerns for many clients. I empower clients to use their personal strengths to grow and foster resilience. , Hope, compassion, connection and laughter are critical to my life and my practice. I believe that the lifelong journey of finding meaning begins when we can find safety and peace with both triumphs and sorrow. "It is often in the darkest skies that we see the brightest stars." - Richard Evans