Upbring
Michelle Akin is a dedicated mental health professional with extensive experience in counseling and program management. Currently serving as a Clinical Program Manager at Upbring since November 2020 and as a Behavioral Health Therapist EAP and Therapist in Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at Texas Health Resources since May 2019, Michelle has effectively supported individuals and families facing diverse psychological challenges. Previous roles include Children and Family Therapist at Hamilton-Guy Counseling and Training Group, where a focus on improving family support and mental health was maintained, and Foster & Adoptive Case Manager at CK Family Services, which involved collaboration with clients and community agencies. Early career experience includes accounting assistance at EvanTell, Inc., providing insight into financial operations. Michelle holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Dallas Baptist University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from The University of Texas at Arlington.
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Upbring
Upbring is committed to breaking the generational cycle of child abuse by addressing its root causes. We deliver a continuum of services that produces measurable progress in five key markers: safety, life skills, education, health and vocation. Upbring constantly evolves to meet the needs of the children we serve. In the midst of those changes, however, our faith-based roots remain as strong as the day we opened our doors more than 135 years ago. Upbring’s children’s services offer a safe place to grow and thrive physically, emotionally and spiritually. Upbring continues to develop innovative and life changing programs and services for children and families in our communities. We don’t plan to stop - will you continue to join our team?