Michelle L. Evans, LPC, NCC, CEDS-S

Michelle L. Evans, LPC, NCC, CEDS-S has extensive work experience in the field of mental health and eating disorders. Michelle L. is currently working as the Director of Clinical Operations at Within Health since November 2022. Prior to that, they held positions at different organizations, including Eating Recovery Center, EDCare, Eating Recovery Center, McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers, Creve Coeur Counseling Associates, Edgewood Children's Center, Behavior Intervention Services, Castlewood Treatment Center for Eating Disorders, and Tiger Tots Child Care. Their roles have included Lead Utilization Review Specialist, Utilization Review Specialist, Adult & Adolescent Program Director, Primary Therapist III, Clinical Therapist, Therapist, Counseling Intern, Clinical Therapist for the S.A.F.E Alternatives program, Program Director of Group Therapy, Personal Care Assistant, Step Down Assistant Program Director, and Teacher. Michelle has a diverse range of experience working with individuals, children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups to provide therapy and support in various settings.

Michelle L. Evans, LPC, NCC, CEDS-S has a comprehensive education history. Michelle L. earned their Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Stephens College, where they studied from 2004 to 2008. Before that, they obtained their high school diploma in General Studies from Lutheran South in the years 2000 to 2003. Prior to that, they earned their high school diploma from Affton High School in 2004, also in General Studies.

After completing their undergraduate studies, Michelle pursued further education and obtained a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University, studying from 2008 to 2010. Their education background demonstrates their commitment to the field of counseling, psychology, and mental health.

In addition to their formal education, Michelle L. Evans has also pursued various certifications to enhance their professional skills and expertise. Michelle L. obtained the certification of a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist from the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals in October 2015. Additionally, they acquired the designation of a CEDS Supervisor from Heartland IAEDP in October 2017, further enhancing their expertise in the field of eating disorders.

More recently, Michelle pursued Level One RO-DBT Training from Radically Open Ltd in April 2020. Michelle L. is currently in progress of completing Level Two RO-DBT Training from the same institution, which indicates their dedication to expanding their knowledge and skills in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Furthermore, Michelle L. Evans holds professional licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor and is also a Nationally Certified Counselor. However, specific institutions or dates of obtaining these licenses and certifications were not provided.