Michelle is a dedicated professional with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Northeastern University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Communication from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Her career spans various roles, including supporting newly diagnosed patients with Autism in accessing resources and services in healthcare, coordinating care plans for Medicaid beneficiaries with complex needs in New Hampshire, and advocating for students and families as a middle school guidance counselor in Massachusetts. Her commitment to advocacy is evident through her involvement in community organizations such as the Family Advisory Board for the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock and the Board of Directors for PathWays of the River Valley Developmental Disability Community Agency. Michelle’s advocacy efforts have extended to the national level, where she was nominated to meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to advocate for increased funding for pediatric residency programs and children’s Medicaid.
Michelle’s passion lies in helping families navigate the special education and medically complex landscape. She draws from her personal experiences as a mother to two wonderful children, one with CHARGE Syndrome and who is DeafBlind and the other neurotypical. Her strategic and compassionate approach to educational advocacy, combined with her calm disposition, ensures that families receive comprehensive support and guidance. Michelle resides in New Hampshire with her husband, children, and German Shepherd.
