Hi, I'm Michelle Risser

 —stuck in patterns, thoughts, or emotions that traditional therapy hasn't been able to address. Maybe you’re tired of cycling through the same issues, hoping for a breakthrough. You might even wonder if healing is possible.

It is, and that’s exactly why I’m here.

My name is Michelle Risser, and I’m a therapist specializing in EMDR and EMDR Intensives, a highly effective approach that allows clients to work through years of trauma in a matter of hours. 

Unlike standard talk therapy, EMDR Intensives are structured to reach the root of your pain quickly, freeing you from past wounds and helping you gain the clarity, confidence, and resilience you deserve. Whether you’ve experienced trauma, are experiencing postpartum mental health challenges, or you're just ready to change an old pattern, my approach is designed for those who are ready to experience true, lasting change.

I work with clients with a variety of  life challenges, but my focus areas include maternal/ postpartum mental health and trauma recovery. I have specialized training in perinatal and postpartum mental health through Postpartum Support International, and I am certified in EMDR through EMDRIA. 

My training, experience, and passion for providing impactful therapy, allows me to help clients experience real change. I offer a safe, understanding, and specialized approach that supports you.  My goal is to provide you with the tools you need to heal, grow, and thrive.

I’ve worked across a variety of mental health settings, from supporting homeless teens in transitional housing, providing case management and counseling for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, and serving children and families as a hospital social worker at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. 

In addition to my clinical work, I offer workshops, professional training, and social work supervision. I’m an experienced speaker, having lectured at Ohio University, The Ohio State University, and various agencies and conferences across the region, including the Ohio State University’s Talbot Hall Addiction Studies Institute.