- Client-centered approach
- Practical strategies
- 31 years experience
About Michael
Michael Wilson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with three decades of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, grief, anger, and major life changes. He supports those facing mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and works with people managing obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors. He offers practical, person-centered help for career concerns and the strain that comes with caregiving, chronic illness, or aging.
He practices in a client-centered way, which means he listens first and follows the person’s lead. His methods draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to build on each person’s strengths. Sessions focus on real steps, honest conversation, and what the client wants to achieve.
Michael’s background includes work across rehabilitation and mental health settings over 31 years. That variety shaped his approach to complex situations like addiction, chronic pain, and end-of-life stress. He emphasizes that people are not defined by a diagnosis or disability and that treatment is tailored to the individual.
In practical terms he aims to be a guide and partner. He listens, shares approaches that have helped others, and helps set realistic goals. The work is collaborative and grounded in everyday strategies that fit what a person is already doing.
People who choose him can expect straightforward discussions, small achievable steps, and repeatable techniques to use outside sessions. He provides an experienced, steady presence while clients work toward clearer direction and improved coping.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Michael uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and to clarify valued actions that give life more meaning. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with chronic health issues.He also draws on Motivational Interviewing, a conversational method that helps people find their own reasons to change. This approach is often helpful for addictions, ambivalence about treatment, and making lasting behavior changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and then try methods that fit their situation. That collaborative process means techniques can be adjusted over time as needs change.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and support steady progress between sessions. Some formats can allow shorter check-ins, less reliance on video, or scheduling during a work break, depending on what is offered. Licensed professionals aim to match a format to each person’s practical needs and goals.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, grief, anger, bipolar mood issues, and coping with life changes. He also works with concerns like obsessive-compulsive behaviors and isolation.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is client-centered and collaborative. He listens first, then uses practical strategies drawn from several approaches to match a person’s goals.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 31 years of experience in rehabilitation and mental health settings, working with a wide range of life challenges and age groups.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Michigan.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are conducted.
How does pricing and subscription work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.