Dr. Michaud received her doctorate in clinical psychology in 2011 from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in Palo Alto, California, following an internship with The Alaska Psychiatric Institute. Her residency focused on treatment and recovery from complex trauma. Prior to this, she practiced for many years as a licensed master's therapist. With 25 years of experience, she enjoys working with adults and elders from diverse cultural groups in individual and relationship therapy, children who are old enough to engage in talk therapy, and teens who come voluntarily to sessions. She has a strong history in addictions, but does not see therapy as a substitute for treatment more suited to peer or residential approaches.