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Michael Barrett, LPC
Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Addictions
See online therapy options- CBT informed
- Mindfulness practice
- Client-centered style
About Michael
Michael Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and depression. He also focuses on issues such as dependent personality patterns, drug and alcohol addiction, forgiveness, impulsivity, men's issues, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
Barrett emphasizes a client-centered stance. He treats the person as the expert on their own story and builds on existing strengths. Sessions are practical and straightforward, with clear steps to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify thinking patterns and habits that maintain distress. Mindfulness techniques are offered to develop attention and reduce reactivity. Client-centered methods keep the conversation focused on the client's experience and goals.
Michael works full time in a metropolitan community health setting and provides online work during evening hours. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session. The service uses a cancellable subscription payment model that varies by location.
Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not accepted. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How his approaches shape online sessions
Michael integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods when working online. CBT sessions focus on spotting thought patterns and testing small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. Client-centered work ensures the client's concerns guide session priorities and pacing.He also uses mindfulness techniques to help people notice physical sensations and reduce impulsive responding. Mindfulness practice can be as simple as short attention exercises and breathing work to calm reactivity between CBT tasks.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. He collaborates with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. That choice can shift over time as progress is reviewed and new challenges appear.
Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work is offered in the evenings to fit around daytime employment. The practical benefits of online sessions can include easier scheduling around work, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and options that reduce travel time while keeping treatment consistent.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and depression. Additional focuses include dependent personality, drug and alcohol addiction, impulsivity, men’s issues, PTSD, and social anxiety.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to practice more effective responses. Sessions focus on concrete steps and skill practice between meetings.
What is his clinical background?
He has 15 years of professional experience and currently works full time in a metropolitan community health setting while offering evening online sessions.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and costs vary by location.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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