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LPC, LMHC, LCMHC
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.
Healing from the Core: Rewiring Trauma Recovery & Finding Internal Safety "High on Healthy" Podcast
Michelle Smith LPC, LMHC, LCMHC Featured on 'High on Healthy" Podcast Are You Feeling Stuck in Chronic Stress or Trauma? Trauma-Informed Therapy Can Help Regulate Your Nervous System and Restore Connection Trauma Recovery is Possible through Subconscious Rewiring Mental Health Support
The Advisor Podcast “Why Am I Reacting Like This?” Understanding Trauma's Impact on the Brain and Nervous System & Trauma Recovery
“Trauma isn’t really about the event itself—it’s about what happens in your nervous system afterward.
That automatic reaction you have? It’s your subconscious trying to protect you based on old patterns.
The good news: You can start rewiring those patterns today with simple regulation tools like grounding, breath, and creating safety cues.”
— Michelle Smith on The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi
5 Ways I Keep My Energy (and Sanity) Intact During the Holiday Season
By Neha Nautiyal Published: November 19, 2025 I’m so grateful to be included in Real Simple’s newest article on staying grounded through the holiday season. In the piece I open up about the personal practices and clinical tools that have become absolute non-negotiables for me every November and December, from 3-second somatic resets to the boundary scripts that have saved more than one family gathering. You can read the full article here: https://www.realsimple.com/how-i-pro
Is Therapy Right for You? Knowing When to Start and When to Move Forward
Therapy can be a transformative tool for navigating life’s challenges, but it’s most effective when approached with clear goals and a focus on progress. From the very first session, good therapy is designed to empower you, building toward a point where you feel confident to manage life’s ups and downs on your own. Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or wondering if it’s time to step away, here’s how to know when to start and when to end therapy. Signs You
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