- Strengths focused
- Practical tools
- Collaborative pace
About Micheal
Micheal "Mike" Montgomery is a licensed independent clinical social worker with six years of professional experience in Minnesota. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and the effects of trauma and abuse. He also supports clients struggling with addictions and symptoms linked to panic disorder and panic attacks. Mike treats each person as the expert of their own story and aims to build on their strengths.
Mike’s sessions are straightforward and practical. He listens first, then helps people set clear, doable goals. He uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach skills for managing intense emotions and upsetting thoughts. Sessions focus on what someone can try between meetings as well as in the room.
He emphasizes small steps that fit into everyday life. That may mean practicing grounding techniques for panic, tracking thoughts that feed anxiety, or building routines that reduce isolation and shame. The work is collaborative - Mike checks in about what helps and what needs adjusting.
People come to him for help with sudden panic, ongoing anxiety, or the cycle of avoidance that grows from fear. He also supports those coping with grief and the long shadow of past trauma. If you want a calm, practical approach that respects your pace, he offers help to get started.
To begin, visitors can follow the site’s Start Therapy process and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is set according to the therapist’s availability and the platform’s process.
How CBT and DBT Shape Online Care
Micheal uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT often includes practical exercises and brief homework to test new ways of thinking and reacting, which can reduce panic and ongoing anxiety.He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. DBT provides step-by-step tools for managing intense feelings, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive behaviors that can follow panic or substance urges.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will work with the client to match methods to their goals and daily life. Sessions involve regular check-ins about what is working and may combine CBT and DBT techniques depending on needs and preferences.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since this profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone practice skills between sessions in their usual routine. Discussing which format suits your schedule and needs is part of the first conversations with the therapist.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Micheal works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse. He also supports those coping with addictions and challenges like panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
He takes a practical, skills-based approach and uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Sessions focus on clear goals and strategies to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in his profile.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Scheduling follows the platform process and therapist availability.
How do I get started if I want to work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button on the site, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.