Dr. Michelle Martinez

Dr. Michelle Martinez is a bilingual (English/Spanish) clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience advancing community-based violence prevention and capacity-building efforts across Chicagoland. She is a McNair Scholar and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and her Master’s and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University. Her work is grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and inclusive approaches supporting individuals and organizations. She has led program evaluation, partnered with stakeholders, and co-founded a national initiative supporting emerging professionals from historically underrepresented communities. Dr. Martinez is also a published author and brings a strong foundation in research to her work advancing scalable, equity-driven strategies that strengthen community systems and promote long-term safety and wellness.