🌿Meet the Team: Michelle Hermans, Nurse Practitioner @ Thrive Therapy
- shelly710
- Apr 28
- 2 min read
Nurse Practitioner | Youth Mental Health | Gender-Affirming Care
Hi! I’m Michelle — a Nurse Practitioner with a passion for youth mental health, gender-affirming care, and empowering people to live their fullest, most authentic lives. My work is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for people’s lived experiences. I believe healthcare should feel supportive, affirming, and collaborative — where you are the expert on you. I’m here to walk alongside you, not ahead.
✨ A Bit About Me
I’ve been a nurse for over 20 years, with experience spanning across various areas of healthcare. But I found my true calling working in mental health, particularly with young people, gender-diverse individuals, and those navigating big transitions.
Right now, I’m also back in school — pursuing my PhD (yes, I’m that kind of nerd and loving it!). I just wrapped up my first year, and my research focuses on transgender youth and their right to gender-affirming care — a topic I’m incredibly passionate about.
🏕 Outside of Work, You’ll Usually Find Me:
Camping all summer long (I’m at my happiest near the water or in a forest!)
Spending time with family and my very fluffy, very lazy cat, Meeko 🐾
Getting creative — I love crafts, art projects, and anything that lets me be hands-on
Daydreaming about travel — my goal is to see the world 🌍
Chatting about how we can all live life with better quality and less suffering
🌱 Why Thrive
Joining Thrive Therapy has been such a natural fit. This team is full of heart, humour, and people who genuinely care. I wanted to be part of something that makes mental health care more accessible, more human, and less “one-size-fits-all.”
I bring a strong focus on gender-diverse care, youth mental health, and holistic support for women, men, and everyone in between. I know that people often come to us feeling overwhelmed or unheard — and my job is to help change that.
You don’t have to live life feeling really bad. There is always room for hope, healing, and growth. My goal is to help you recognize your own strength and support you in building the life you want.
📞 Let’s Connect!
If you’re curious about working together or just want to learn more about what I do, reach out anytime or book a discovery chat. Whether you’re struggling with mental health, navigating gender identity, or just need someone to talk to — I’m here, and I’m listening.
Can’t wait to meet you!
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