Oceanside Recovery

I've been working with Michelle for many years now and I have no complaints. She was always available and my prescriptions were sent in quickly. She spends the time to talk to you about the prescriptions, if they are working or not, or if you want to switch any. She has a discussion with you in detail and had even offered me samples before to check out a new medication I was interested in. Since Covid, I don't even have to go to their office, it's all virtual.

The most unethical, narcissistic and unsafe provider I’ve ever encountered. I was a patient of Michele’s for over five years; I’m also a licensed mental-health provider in CT. I’ve never seen such chaos, cruelty, and lack of compassion in a medical setting. Her office has moved 3 times in 3 years and can’t keep staff longer than 6 months - ever. She disappears for months at a time due to her own mental health issues, leaving patients without care. The office was filthy and unsafe-trash bags full of Spravato, old drug samples, and piles of magazines everywhere. She turned her practice into a Spravato mill, even after stating it “wasn’t effective like I hoped for.” I witnessed a staff member using drugs, selling medication to clients, and giving out extra Spravato doses, (she also was engaging in sexual relationships with 2 clients) all while Michele knew and did nothing. She botched my Sublocade injection so badly, I had to seek emergency medical attention. Please, for you or your loved one’s wellbeing, avoid her AT ALL COSTS. No one deserves to be treated this way.

I’ve been seeing Michele, my Psych APRN, for six years. I was honestly shocked to see low ratings online, as I believe they stem from past staffing issues and not a reflection of Michele herself. When I first started with Michele, I was a newly single mom, early in sobriety, and had just returned to my home state. I'd never been able to maintain sobriety or stick with a consistent, competent provider before. Michele changed that. As a mental health professional myself, I appreciate her understanding of the challenges I face. She respects that I know what works for me and never talks down or assumes a power dynamic. That mutual respect is rare and refreshing. She has consistently been there when I needed her—offering short-notice appointments, guiding me through medication changes, and sharing insight based on patient experiences. She provides helpful context on what to expect from medications and offers samples when insurance delays occur. Michele stays on top of refills—something that’s been a major issue with other providers I’ve had in the past. She knows how critical it is to not miss doses and ensures her patients don’t have to go without. Beyond medications, she offers thoughtful, holistic guidance—encouraging good sleep, nutrition, therapy, and attention to one's environment, all of which impact mental health. She sees the whole person, not just the diagnosis, and her approach reflects deep empathy and understanding. Michele recently moved into a new, calm, and bright office space, which she now shares with a small, stable team. The environment is private, peaceful, and easily accessible—but what matters most to me is that Michele herself is accessible. I don’t have to go through multiple layers of staff just to get help. That direct connection is invaluable. Over the years, she’s supported me through one of the hardest times of my life—emotionally, physically, and mentally. She never dismisses my concerns and always offers encouragement, especially on tough days when I’m doubting myself as a mom or struggling with chronic health issues. She reminds me that I’m doing my best and that things will get better. I’m especially grateful for her flexibility—offering telehealth when getting to the office is tough and allowing me to bring my child when needed. As a solo mom, that level of understanding makes a world of difference. Her support has helped me stay sober and emotionally stable—something I never thought was possible before working with her. Michele is the first provider I’ve had who is consistent, present, and reliable year after year. I genuinely hope she continues practicing for a long time because having someone like her in your corner—especially when managing recovery, chronic illness, and mental health—is rare and incredibly valuable. Thank you, Michele, for everything you’ve done and continue to do. I am truly grateful.