Michelle Morales
Parent Peer Mentor
About Me
Michelle Morales is our Parent Peer Mentor. As a mother of a child diagnosed with an eating disorder, Michelle uses her lived experience to assist and advocate for caregivers. She provides education, mentorship, and support through weekly workshops, Project ECHO tele-mentoring, group facilitation, and personal support. Ms. Morales also acts as a family liaison for medical teams and advocates at the governmental level. She was recognized for her dedication in 2020 at the "What's Great in Our State" celebration for her outstanding work promoting positive mental health outcomes. Michelle believes that families play a significant and necessary role in recovery.