Michael Pontello, M.A.
Michael has been practicing marriage and family therapy in the state of Texas for 15 years; ten of those years she had the joy of supervising associates on their path to becoming fully licensed clinicians.
She immersed herself in Collaborative-Dialogic Practices, a theory founded at HGI which is a client-centered approach to therapy.
As a member of HGI’s faculty, Michael has trained others in CDP. During her time at HGI Michael worked with a variety of communities from supporting families at the Attorney General’s office, to working in public school settings, as well as crisis response to micro and macro-level traumatic events.
Michael graduated from the University of Houston- Clear Lake, Michael began her career at HGI Counseling Center, a non-profit serving the greater Houston area.
Experienced Therapist & Supervisor | Collaborative Couples & Individual Therapy | Houston, TX
Michael is experienced in working with many diverse populations. She thrives in supporting all couples in the community, and clients who are navigating the aging process.
With a compassionate and collaborative approach, Michael works with clients to create a safe space for conversation and explore the many possibilities for how client’s goals can be achieved.
With a storied history in the non-profit sector, Michael has been a therapist, and supervisor, and held a role in leadership.
She has been able to experience many sides of being a therapist and connecting with people in the therapy room as well as with community leaders seeking out ways to provide mental health services.
As she navigates a new chapter, Michael is thrilled to be a part of the team at Mine Counseling PLLC.
Michael currently provides virtual sessions only which allows her to support clients all over the Lone Star State.
So, book a session now! Michael is excited to work with you!