Michelle Darby-O'Bar

My communication style

I prefer a relaxed environment in which I collaborate with the people I work with to identify their unique treatment needs and approaches. I value open communication in a safe, supportive environment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have worked in mental health with adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, youth with mental health and autism spectrum challenges, and as a clinical supervisor in a group home for adolescents with behavioral health challenges. Now I work with adults experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.

My goals for you

Goal setting is always done collaboratively, so the client can identify what they want to see different in their lives, what they value, and we come up with actions they can take to move in that direction.

Our first session

An initial intake session would focus on gathering relevant current and historical information related to the presenting problem, as well as current and life events, family dynamics, prior treatment, and developing an initial working relationship. We also begin to discuss goal focus and expand on this in a follow-up session.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White