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.
Featured in Her Campus, Michelle Smith explores how haunted houses can affect anxiety, trauma responses, and the nervous system. Discover why experiences that once felt exciting can become overwhelming, how our mental health needs change over time, and what it means to listen to your body, understand your triggers, and make choices that support your well-being.
Why can the death of someone young affect us so deeply—even when we didn’t know them? A young death can challenge our sense of safety, predictability, and control, sometimes bringing old wounds or trauma responses to the surface. Understanding these reactions can be an important part of trauma recovery, helping us reconnect with what we can control and move forward with greater intention.
