I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and questions of identity, as well as couples working on communication, trust repair, and significant changes.

My approach to psychotherapy is relational psychodynamic, meaning my primary goal is to create a trusting space where you feel safe to understand yourself more fully. My style is warm, compassionate, and genuinely curious, and I stay flexible to tailor our work based on your needs and personality. I often draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques, helping you build self-awareness, cultivate your strengths, and develop new ways to navigate life's challenges. Together, we'll work through what's bringing you to therapy, while also developing a deeper understanding of what's underneath it.

My clinical training spans community mental health, inpatient psychiatry, and addiction recovery settings, where I've worked across the lifespan with both individuals and couples. I obtained my B.A. in Psychology at Colgate University in New York, and I am currently in my fourth year of my Psy.D. program at The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. Prior to training as a psychologist, I spent a decade working in marketing, which gave me firsthand insight into perfectionism, burnout, and the way work and achievement can become a significant source of stress. Both my business and clinical experiences shape how I work with people navigating pressure and uncertainty––whether it shows up at work, in school, or in a relationship––and I'm here to help you build a life that feels genuinely fulfilling.

Michelle Rudin, Registered Psychological Associate, Registration #94029394
Supervised by Erin Skiffer, Psy.D., License #27007