- Years in practice
- 19
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Florida, Michigan, Kentucky, New York
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Anger management
About Michael
Michael Davis is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, parenting strains, relationship problems, and issues related to trauma and abuse. He keeps sessions straightforward and person-centered.
Conversations are warm and nonjudgmental, focused on what matters most to the client. Michael listens first, then works with each person to set clear, achievable goals.
Background and approach
His approach mixes practical tools and deeper exploration. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns. Dialectical behavior strategies help people manage intense emotions and improve coping skills.
He also draws on client-centered and mindfulness approaches to strengthen awareness and self-compassion. Many years of fieldwork include individual and group settings, and experience providing in-home therapy earlier in his career. That background informs his practical, hands-on style and his focus on real-life solutions.
He has worked with concerns such as ADHD, attachment and abandonment issues, addiction, caregiver stress, domestic violence, and fatherhood challenges. Michael is licensed as an LCSW in Kentucky and New York and practices from Florida. Sessions are available in English and offered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.
He aims to work collaboratively so people leave sessions with clear steps they can try between meetings.
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Michael helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Michael lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Practical approaches for online parenting and life concerns
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. It helps people feel heard and builds a respectful working relationship that supports change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related struggles, and stress.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try methods together, and adjust the plan as needed. That way the work stays focused on practical steps and what actually helps in daily life.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different routines. Video works well for deeper conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone needs a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging are useful for quick support, flexible scheduling, and follow-up between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, parenting, and other obligations.
Questions people ask about Michael
What kinds of concerns does Michael support?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are personable and engaging with a nonjudgmental tone. He listens first, then collaborates to set concrete goals and steps to reach them.
What is his background and experience?
He has 19 years of clinical experience, including individual, group, and earlier in-home work focusing on trauma, grief, parenting, and behavioral concerns.
Which credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Kentucky and New York; his practice is based in Florida.
What languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model 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 sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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