- Focus on panic attacks
- Relationship support
- Practical skill building
About Michael
Michael Morris is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who helps people address panic symptoms alongside relationship and self-esteem concerns. He speaks English and practices in California. Michael emphasizes a practical, respectful style that centers the client’s own experience and strengths.
He frames therapy as a partnership. He asks questions, listens for what matters most, and helps people try small changes that build confidence. Sessions focus on real problems such as panic attacks, social anxiety, relationship strain, parenting stress, or issues tied to sexuality and identity.
Michael draws on five years of professional experience working with people across a range of challenges including ADHD, body image, and difficulties after separation. He values straightforward conversations about goals and what feels possible in daily life. That makes sessions easy to follow and to use between meetings.
He supports people who want to understand why panic happens and learn practical ways to respond when it starts. He also helps with communication problems, improving self-worth, and navigating non-monogamous arrangements when those topics matter.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on availability. Michael uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location and the therapist’s schedule. This structure is intended to make ongoing support easier to maintain.
How Michael Uses Evidence-Based Techniques Online
Michael describes his work as practical and focused on skills that people can use when panic or anxiety arises. Two evidence-based approaches he uses are skill-focused behavioral work and structured problem-solving. Behavioral techniques involve practicing small changes and coping strategies to reduce panic symptoms and to increase confidence in challenging situations. Structured problem-solving breaks down relationship or life stressors into manageable steps and helps people try different responses to see what works.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That keeps sessions tailored to the person’s needs and preferences rather than fixed to a single method.
About online therapy logistics, please confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed here. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people work on skills between appointments in the same settings where challenges occur, which can help turn what is learned in session into everyday habits.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michael focus on?
He works with people on panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, self-esteem, ADHD, and sexuality-related topics.
What is his general therapeutic style?
Michael takes a practical, collaborative approach that centers the client’s strengths and goals. He helps people try small, real-world changes they can use between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional work experience as a therapist in clinical settings and private practice contexts.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California and practices there.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently taking international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and the therapist’s availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with sessions?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.