MICHELLE SARGENT

Family Advocate

Originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Michelle Thibodeaux Sargent is our Cajun-in-residence.  She has been with the Children's Center since 2009.  Her primary role is Family Advocate, providing help and support for parents and other caregivers throughout the long, confusing ordeal surrounding a child abuse allegation.  This may take years and may include a forensic interview, a medical evaluation, a DHR and law enforcement investigation, a trial, and professional counseling.  Michelle lovingly guides our clients through each step, being a caring friend to them along the way.  Michelle and her husband Jeff live in Remlap and are the parents of one son.