Who I am
Hola! I’m Michelle Morales.
I am an Afro-Latina School Psychologist, Creative Healing Artist, Leadership Coach/Consultant, and Educational Advocate.
With over 15 years of experience in education and mental health, I specialize in uplifting marginalized communities, educators, leaders in education, and mental health professionals through a unique blend of psychology, movement, and spirituality. My work is dedicated to dismantling internalized oppression and fostering a more just and loving world.
I come from a lineage of power—activists, spiritual leaders, and artists—who have shaped my identity and purpose. My mother, a fierce community organizer and leader, taught me the importance of love, justice, and community care. Through her, I learned how to use my personal power to create spaces for healing and transformation, despite the systemic racism and oppression that deeply impacted our lives.
Growing up as an Afro-Latina, I often struggled with my sense of identity and self-worth, navigating the complexities of being both Black and Latina while confronting the realities of poverty and exclusion. Dance became my lifeline, a way to stay connected to my power, joy, and sense of freedom. This connection to movement eventually led me to create programs that help others reclaim their bodies and spirits, just as I did.
My solo performances are a deeply personal and powerful expression of my journey as an Afro-Latina artist. Through my art, I explore themes of self-love, spiritual connection, ancestral wisdom, and liberation from internalized oppression, offering audiences an opportunity to reflect and connect on a profound level.
My work extends beyond performances. I offer transformative dance programs, leadership coaching, and personal development workshops, creating safe spaces for people to reconnect with their bodies, spirits, and communities. My approach is intuitive, somatic, and trauma-informed, providing the tools for individuals and organizations to grow, heal, and thrive.
I believe in the power of collaboration and collective vision.
Together, we can create a more just, inclusive, and loving world.
I am available for performance collaborations, creative projects, workshops, and events.
Let’s create together!
I am currently organizing a fundraiser event to support my ongoing mission of addressing systemic injustices in the school system and beyond. This event will gather community support for my efforts, which include a challenging lawsuit that has deeply impacted my life and work. The funds raised will be used to sustain my mission, provide for my basic needs, and ensure that I can continue advocating for the well-being of children, educators, and communities facing oppression.