Michael (Mike) Wallington, LPCC
Experienced counselor focused on practical balance
Book with Michael- Years in practice
- 44
- Credentials
- LPCC
- Licensed in
- New Mexico
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Michael
Michael (Mike) Wallington is a licensed professional clinical counselor with 44 years of experience based in New Mexico. He focuses on practical ways to help people regain balance when stress, depression, anxiety, or substance use disrupt daily life. Mike writes plainly and sees therapy as a chance to steady what feels out of control and restore functioning and purpose.
Mike takes a calm, nonjudgmental stance. Sessions emphasize listening first, then working together to identify emotions and patterns that get in the way.
Background and approach
He prefers clear, step-by-step strategies so people can try new behaviors between sessions and track small wins. He blends approaches that focus on relationships, present thoughts and behaviors, and mindful awareness. That mix helps address struggles such as addiction, grief, anger, and low self-esteem.
The aim is to reduce overwhelming feelings and bring manageable tools into everyday life. Parents concerned about stress, fatherhood issues, communication problems, or family strain will find practical guidance for handling daily challenges. He also helps with career stress, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue for those feeling worn down by caregiving roles.
Mike emphasizes collaboration. He helps people notice what works, adjusts techniques as needed, and supports steady progress. Sessions are conversational and aimed at building skills people can use long after therapy ends.
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.
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
Approaches Michael lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- 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.
Approaches that translate to online work
Attachment-based work focuses on how early and current relationships shape feelings and reactions. In sessions this means looking at patterns in relationships and practicing new ways of connecting and responding to stress. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. It’s useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with cravings or anger by building concrete skills and homework exercises.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust the plan as progress becomes clear. That collaborative process lets people try practical tools and keep what helps most.
Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different situations. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a check-in fits a work break. Live chat or text sessions work well for brief check-ins, tracking practice between sessions, or when writing helps someone organize thoughts. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while working on real skills.
Questions people ask about Michael
What kinds of concerns does Mike address?
He works with issues like addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship and intimacy problems, and parenting concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is calm and nonjudgmental with a focus on listening, clear steps, and practical skill-building that people can use between sessions.
What is his professional background?
Mike has 44 years of experience helping people cope with life stressors and behavioral patterns that interfere with daily functioning.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is an LPCC - licensed professional clinical counselor - practicing in New Mexico.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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