Michelle Bartnik , LPC

Michelle Bartnik is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with nine years of clinical experience. She works with individuals and families facing stress and anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, grief, bipolar disorder, career transitions, ADHD, and the many adjustments that come with life changes. Michelle also focuses on issues related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment struggles, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, and communication problems.

Michelle approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, holding the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and brings valuable resources to the work of healing. She helps clients identify those strengths and apply them to overcome challenges, whether the goals are emotional stability, improved relationships, or clearer direction in life. Taking the first step toward change is often difficult, and Michelle aims to offer steady support and collaboration as clients move toward greater fulfillment.

Her background includes several evidence-informed methods, and she tailors interventions to fit each person's needs and circumstances. Michelle emphasizes respectful, empathetic collaboration and meets clients where they are to help build practical coping skills and more satisfying connections with others.