Meet Michelle Kelly, LMFT 119787

I studied psychology in college with the intent to go straight to grad school, but life had other plans. I spent some time traveling and creating a life that, in many ways, felt like running from myself. It was through that process of reflection and self-discovery that I became clear on my values and desires, and I knew it was time to align my life with them. I went on to graduate school for clinical psychology, specializing in marriage and family therapy, and worked in treatment centers supporting women navigating substance use and eating disorders. In 2019, I opened my private practice as part of the Ludington Institute for Family Enrichment, where I continue to work with women navigating identity shifts, parenthood, and the weight of “not enoughness.” Alongside my clinical practice, I speak at schools, treatment centers, and workplaces to encourage students and staff with tools for coping, resilience, and hope.

I am trained in Postpartum Mental Health through Postpartum Support International, and I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Family Systems to support the unique needs of each person I work with.

I’m also a mother and wife, and these roles deepen the way I understand the world. Outside of work, I’m an avid reader (especially psychology and personal growth material), and I love arts and crafts. When I’m feeling overwhelmed or off balance, I recharge through breathwork, writing, and connecting with people, nature, or myself. I have a soft spot for sunrises, the ocean, and towering trees.