Michelle Fulkerson

I have two master’s degrees from Liberty University: one in Trauma and Crisis Response Counseling and one in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. The majority of my career has involved working with vulnerable populations, especially at the intersection of mental health and the criminal justice system.

I prefer to work with adult first responders, including law enforcement, fire, EMS, probation and parole, emergency services professionals, and their partners or adult children. I also welcome all adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress management concerns, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, or the emotional impact of high-pressure work and difficult experiences.

My goal is to provide a steady, supportive space where you can feel understood, identify what is weighing on you, and begin moving toward healing, resilience, and meaningful change.

I have an open, inquisitive, and warm approach to clients. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for healing and change, and I work to create a space where you feel respected, supported, and able to speak honestly about what you are carrying.

My approach is collaborative and practical. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy to tailor our work to your needs and goals. Together, we may explore how trauma, stress, grief, work experiences, relationships, or long-standing patterns are affecting your daily life. Our work can focus on building coping skills, improving emotional regulation, processing difficult experiences, strengthening resilience, and helping you move forward in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.

Our first session will be focused on understanding who you are, what led you to seek therapy, and what you hope will be different. We will talk through your primary reason for starting therapy, what supports you already have, and how I can help you move toward your goals.

You can expect a calm, respectful, and supportive space where we move at a pace that feels manageable. I will ask thoughtful questions, listen closely, and work with you to identify practical next steps. Over time, therapy can help you better manage anxiety and stress, process trauma or grief, reduce the impact of painful experiences, and feel more grounded, resilient, and confident in your daily life.