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As Featured In
Here, you'll find a collection of articles and features where my insights on mental health and well-being have been highlighted. I hope you find these contributions helpful and informative.


Excited to Share: My Third Feature in Candlelight Magazine's Issue 009!
I’m honored to share that I’ve been featured for the third time as an expert in Candlelight Magazine Issue 009. In the “Dear Candlelight” column, I respond to heartfelt reader letters about grief processing with compassion and practical guidance. This ongoing opportunity continues to deepen my connection to this meaningful work. Grief often intersects with trauma recovery, and I’m grateful to offer insights that support healing, self-compassion, and nervous system care during


Some Wounds Don’t Bleed: Hidden Trauma, Recovery, and the Path to Healing – My Conversation on Girl Talk Mental Health
Discover the hidden trauma many carry behind “I’m fine” and success. In Episode 25 of Girl Talk Mental Health, I sit down with Virginia Dale Manning to discuss emotional neglect, silent grief, betrayal trauma, and how real healing begins. Watch now.


Honored to Return as Expert in Candlelight Magazine’s “Dear Candlelight” Grief Column
Discover compassionate grief support in my second 'Dear Candlelight' feature for Candlelight Magazine. Trauma recovery insights on navigating loss, healing, and remembering you are not alone


AARP: 5 Important Things Mental Health Professionals Want You to Know About Online Therapy
Michelle Smith, LMHC appears on the NPK Integration Health Podcast to discuss intergenerational trauma, boundaries, guilt vs. shame, and moving from survival to thriving. Watch the episode and learn more about trauma-informed therapy.
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