Profile / United States
Michael Miano, LMHC
New York
LMHC in New York - mood and anxiety concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Problem solving focus
About Michael
Michael Miano is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 25 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and a range of mood and adjustment problems.
He works in a direct, supportive way and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Motivational Interviewing and Client-Centered methods. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing new responses, and building practical coping steps. He aims to make each appointment a clear chance to try something different rather than only talk about feelings.
Clients can expect conversations that move toward specific goals. He addresses anger, panic, sleep problems, grief, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, parenting stresses, career questions, and life changes. He also lists additional focus areas such as communication problems, fatherhood issues, isolation, men’s issues, and various personality and mood concerns.
Michael frames treatment around real-world changes. He uses short skills practice, problem-solving, and motivational conversation to help people move forward. Progress is tracked through concrete steps and regular review of what’s working.
He practices in New York and conducts sessions in English. Before scheduling, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details through the platform’s booking process.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Michael uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT sessions often include brief skill practice, homework between meetings, and concrete goals to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, or manage mood.He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what matters to them and strengthen their willingness to make change. This approach is useful for addressing addictions, ambivalence about treatment, or making life changes by focusing on personal motivation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs and goals, and he reviews progress regularly to adjust the plan as needed.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time so appointments can occur between other commitments. Discuss format and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire and set the first appointment.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction concerns, relationship and family difficulties, and related mood or adjustment problems.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, supportive approach that emphasizes practical steps and testing new behaviors. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different responses.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience in counseling, crisis intervention, and community mental health.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in New York.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Confirm current session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Check the platform’s scheduling details for options.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the next steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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