Michael is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He brings a grounded, compassionate, and trauma-informed approach to therapy, supporting teens and adults who are navigating trauma, substance use concerns, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men’s issues, codependency, spirituality, and life transitions.
Michael’s path to counseling has been shaped by both professional and real-world experience. Before becoming a therapist, he gained valuable corporate experience, which gave him insight into the pressures of work, identity, stress, burnout, and the challenge of trying to find balance while managing life’s responsibilities. He has also volunteered with substance use programs and programs focused on healing inner child wounds, deepening his passion for helping others reconnect with themselves, heal from painful experiences, and move forward with greater self-understanding.
Michael strives to create a space where clients feel safe, accepted, and genuinely heard. His style is warm, collaborative, and honest, offering both compassion and practical support as clients work through the patterns, pain, and life experiences that may be keeping them stuck.
He is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) by the International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II) through Evergreen Certifications. His approach integrates Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based strategies, and Inner Child Work to support healing and help clients reach their goals.
Michael believes therapy is not about “fixing” people, but about helping them feel more connected to who they truly are. He works alongside his clients to help them gain insight, build emotional resilience, develop healthier coping skills, improve relationships, and create a life that feels more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.