Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Michigan
- Years in practice
- 15
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Michael
Michael Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 15 years of experience. He offers evening online sessions while working full time during the day in a metropolitan community health setting. He focuses on practical help for problems like stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, anger, and depression.
Michael believes clients know their own stories and brings a straightforward, respectful approach. He listens first and helps people identify strengths they can use right away.
Background and approach
Sessions tend to be focused and goal-oriented while staying grounded in the client’s own priorities. In sessions he combines client-centered conversations with cognitive behavioral techniques. That means he encourages clients to notice thoughts and patterns, try small changes, and track what helps.
He also uses mindfulness strategies to build calm and reduce reactivity in tense moments. Clients who reach out can expect a practical plan for the concerns they bring. Michael works with people on issues such as substance use and impulsivity, post-traumatic stress and social anxiety, as well as men’s issues and forgiveness work.
He helps people develop tools they can use between sessions. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling to fit evening hours. Michael aims to make sessions clear and useful, so people leave with steps they can try before the next meeting.
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Michael's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Dependent personality
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Men's issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Michael lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Michael’s approaches translate to online care
Michael blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness tools to support people in online sessions. Client-centered therapy means the therapist follows the client’s lead, listens closely, and helps the person set meaningful goals. This approach is useful when someone wants an accepting, nonjudgmental space to talk about what matters most.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. It helps with anxiety, depression, anger, and patterns that feed substance use or impulsive choices. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and bring more steady focus during stressful moments.
Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. That collaborative process guides which tools are emphasized over time.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video is good for a fuller conversation and practicing skills together. Phone can work when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging let someone keep progress going between sessions or use writing to reflect. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and varied routines.
Questions people ask about Michael
What concerns does Michael help with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and depression along with related issues like impulsivity, dependent personality traits, and social anxiety.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are client-centered and collaborative, with clear goals. He mixes conversation with practical exercises and action steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional work experience in mental health, including community health settings and online work in the evenings.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Michigan and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do fees and getting started work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to availability.