Michelle Trimmell - Mental Health Counseling Intern

I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern who brings a blend of professional expertise, military life experience, and genuine compassion to the therapy room. Before entering the

counseling field, I served in the U.S. Air Force, and I spent more than 30 years serving communities across the U.S. and internationally through civilian roles in business leadership,

mentoring, conflict resolution, and family support. As a Veteran and military spouse with over three decades of experience, I understand firsthand the resilience required to navigate transitions, relationships, uncertainty, and stress.

Now in my counseling practicum, I’m committed to providing a warm, grounded, and steady presence for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and practical—I meet clients where they are, listen deeply, and help them move toward lasting change with clarity and confidence. Clients describe me as calm, nonjudgmental, and easy to talk to, with an ability to bring both life experience and heart to every session.

I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who are navigating emotional challenges, relationship stress, or significant life transitions. I especially appreciate supporting

young people who may be overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with confidence or behavior, as well as families wanting more harmony, connection, and healthy communication at home. I also

love helping couples strengthen their emotional bond, rebuild trust, and find clarity during difficult seasons—drawing from my own 37 years of marriage and deep understanding of long-

term partnership. I am equally passionate about supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, identity shifts, or major life changes, including those related to military

service. As both a Veteran and a longtime military spouse, I bring unique insight into the resilience, pressure, and courage involved in military life and feel honored to support service

members, Veterans, and their families as they navigate the challenges that impact their well- being and relationships.