Michael Harris

Michael Harris, MA, LP, serves as the Director of Communications & Community Engagement at the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis, Inc., managing teams focused on marketing, Indigenous services, and community outreach. With nearly 30 years of experience as a Licensed Psychologist, Michael specializes in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and multidisciplinary evaluations, particularly in the context of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Previous roles include Director of the Counseling & Support Clinic, where significant initiatives such as the development of a mental health electronic health record and cultural programming were implemented. Additionally, Michael is a WHM Certified Instructor, a Positive Intelligence Coach, and the Principal Owner of Praise for Change / FASD Elephant™, actively training professionals and supporting caregivers. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Developmental and Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Vanderbilt University.