Michelle Pentell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) since 2001, offers mental health services to children diagnosed with autism and ADHD, as well as their families. Before her current position at Cortica, Ms. Pentell was employed by Optum Behavioral Health as a behavioral care advocate. Her professional experience encompasses various environments, such as schools, children’s hospitals, outpatient mental health clinics, private group practices, and foster care settings. This diverse background provides her with experience that she utilizes to assist her clients.

Michelle's academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in rehabilitation psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Social Work from Columbia University. She is a licensed clinical social worker in California. Her professional focus is on delivering culturally sensitive and unbiased clinical services, supporting both children and adults in creating sustainable strategies for personal growth. Outside of her professional life, she spends time with loved ones, travels, attends theatrical performances, and enjoys walks with her family and pets.