Ellen Yashinsky Chute

Ellen Yashinsky Chute is currently the Executive Director at Empowerment Partners where Ellen empowers individuals, families, and teams through mentorship, psychotherapy, and team building. Prior to this role, Ellen has held various positions in behavioral health services and community outreach at Jewish Family Service. With over two decades of experience in social work, Ellen has also served as an adjunct lecturer at the University of Michigan School of Social Work teaching classes in interpersonal practice with adults, families, and children. Ellen holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Michigan State University.