Michelle Pettengill, LCSW

Welcome! Taking the first step toward support takes courage, and you don't have to figure everything out alone. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in anxiety, rumination, and nervous system regulation. I help adults build practical self-care habits, improve energy and emotional balance, and feel more grounded in everyday life. I'm also passionate about helping couples strengthen communication, deepen connection, and feel like a team again. Together, we'll find practical tools that fit your life so you can feel better, reconnect with yourself and others, and move forward with confidence.

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you create meaningful change in your everyday life. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I've been supporting individuals since 2014 and believe that caring for your mental health involves understanding the interconnection between your thoughts, emotions, body, and daily habits. I integrate evidence-based therapy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and practical self-care strategies to help you manage anxiety, overthinking, intrusive thoughts, and the physical effects of stress. I'm also certified in Nutrition for Mental Health and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and intrusive thoughts. For couples, I offer marriage coaching focused on communication, emotional understanding, and rebuilding connection. I believe we are a team in this process!
My goal is to meet you where you are, help you discover what works for you, and provide tools you can realistically use in your daily life. You don't have to do everything perfectly or change everything overnight. Together, we'll take small, meaningful steps toward feeling more balanced, confident, connected, and present in your life.