I am a licensed professional counselor in Mississippi. I have worked with a wide range of individuals. I have 15 years of experience working with individuals with substance use, anxiety, depression schizophrenia, trauma, bipolar and borderline personality disorder.
I am energetic and interactive. I believe in accepting individuals as they are and having a non-judgmental stance. I have experience in the following modalities/approaches; solution focused, cognitive -behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, rational emotive therapy, the stages of change and EMDR.
I look forward in assisting you in making new discoveries and changes in your life.
Professional experience
16 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationshipsDepression
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Michael Gordon. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Gordon fosters a safe environment for me to freely express myself without judgement. Even when he's objective and encouraging me to analyze different perspectives, I never feel as though he doesn't have my best interest in mind. Dr. Gordon's warm personality and psychological knowledge makes talking to him feel like the home-boy who happens to be a therapist. I'm very appreciative of how much he's helped me grow and how he's help me navigate some tough moments in the 15 months he's been counseling me. Plus, he offers spiritual guidance, which was imperative in my search for the right therapist.
Written on Dec 05, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Gordon has been a Godsend! There isn’t any words to describe how happy I am with him as my therapist! Highly recommend him for anyone struggling with an identity crisis and anger issues.
Written on Feb 03, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Gordon is extremely qualified, respectful, responsive, and supportive. He has helped me with a variety of concerns.
Written on Jan 05, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Exception people skills!
Written on Oct 25, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
The definition of a therapist!!
Written on Jul 20, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
Always there for me at right times, doesn’t take long to reply and also helps me maintain my moods and mindset
Written on Jun 01, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
I have consulted with Dr Gordon in the past. In my opinion he is the best out of all therapist I have had in the past. I have just started therapy with him again and have faith that though him I will be able to work things out.
Written on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Dr. Gordon takes the time to listen to your life issues and situations, he encourages open communication in a nonjudgemental approach. He really takes the time to understand where you're coming from. I highly recommend him to anyone that's ready to take that next step he's there for the journey.
Written on Dec 03, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Empathetic and non-judge mental. Even after a short time together, I already feel like I’ve gained from this experience
Written on Nov 12, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
Amazing counselor who is very thoughtful and caring. We love our sessions with him.
Written on Mar 11, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 11 months
Very pleasant guy :)
Written on Mar 04, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Very supportive and caring.
Written on Feb 21, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 11 months
Dr. Gordon has been very helpful so far - I came to counseling for help with anxiety and coping skills, and the counseling is heading into areas I wasn't even initially focused on (but is definitely needed). I feel listened to, heard, and am getting actionable steps I can take to help myself (as well as some insight I wasn't aware I needed). Grateful for it!
Written on Feb 16, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
After working with Dr. Gordon for (on-and-off) over a year now, I can say whole heartedly say that this man has changed my life’s trajectory completely.
Without Dr. Gordon’s ongoing support and guidance I would not be in such a good position, as I am now.
I would recommend Dr. Gordon to anyone considering counselling, he’s extremely approachable, extremely easy to talk to and very personable... to be honest, the man’s a wizard!
Written on Feb 07, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I’ve been speaking with Dr Gordon for a while now - and he has helped me tremendously on numerous issues. He is invested in my well-being and mental health and it’s authentic - true professional.
Written on Jan 06, 2021 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
In only 2 months he fixed me inside out. He is super qualified, experienced and a great person. I couldn’t of wished for a better one! I recommend him for any issue you may have and rest assured you are in good hands! I know people that are in therapy for years and never get to the results I had with him! If you have been paired up with him, trust me: it’s a blessing! Do not hesitate to start this journey as for me the only thing I regret was to had waited so long! Some things can be temporary others can require more time but what you should know is that for as song as it will take, Dr. Gordon will be by your side as the best therapist you could ever wish for! Thank you so much.
Written on Nov 25, 2020 after therapy with Michael for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Gordon is amazing. He tells like it is, but he respects your emotions, beliefs, morals, etc. He allows you to talk things out, even allows you to interrupt if necessary and gets to the root of the problem. He gives you advice and 'assignments' to help with your issues and encourages open communication which I really appreciate. I've been working with him for about four months and even though I still have ways to go, he's helped me to identify my insecurities, along with getting a better view of myself and my identity and letting go of my traumatic past.
Written on Nov 04, 2020 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dr, Gordon is incredibly empathetic and approachable. He not only listens but provides meaningful and helpful exercises which offer me continued help outside of our sessions as well giving me deeper insight into the issues through which I am working. In addition, he contacts me between sessions providing certainty he is eager to work with me and available. I wish I had tried this service earlier and cannot recommend Dr. Gordon highly enough.
Written on Jul 15, 2020 after therapy with Michael for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
I still love Mike. He is a sensitive and serious counselor.
Written on Jul 15, 2020 after therapy with Michael for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
He's great so far. I've only had a few sessions with him, so it's too early to tell. But I am excited to continue working with him.
Written on Jun 14, 2020 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Gordon is my third counselor on betterhelp and I could not have wished for a better fit. He is punctual, attentive, available, supportive and really cares. He makes caring for yourself manageable without over-simplifying and encourages me in exactly the way I need it. I am very grateful and can not recommend him enough.
Written on May 13, 2020 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Excellent, appreciate all of Dr Gordon’s help
Written on Dec 03, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Dr. Gordon is kind and respectful, but also doesn’t hesitate to push me out of my comfort zone when I need it. An I always need it.
Written on Oct 18, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
He is the first professional to have actually made me feel like I was getting help.
Written on Sep 26, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Michael is very good at what he does, his experience and expertise says it all.
Written on May 11, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Dr. Gordon helps me to see the big picture , the entire 360; he’s engaging and listens. I always feel confident I can get through the many challenges in my life after a session.
Written on Mar 24, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
It was a great pleasure to meet with Dr Gordon. From our very first session, He has provided me with valuable support, directly addressing my problem.
Written on Mar 13, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks
Dr. Gordon has stuck with me through some very low times and always provided constant support. Even when I was unable to maintain sessions he never let me feel alone or forgotten. Knowing he is there for me has enabled me to have a sense of strength and control even when my life seemed a disaster. I cannot recommend him enough.
Written on Mar 02, 2019 after therapy with Michael for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I worked with Michael Gordon on relationships issues/breakup and to identify how I can change negative thinking patterns. He helped me by explaining in a clear way. I could see his solution finding approach. He is smart and I could see his long-term experience with a variety of issues. I will rely on him when I identify that there is more work to be done - work starting with myself.
Written on Nov 12, 2018 after therapy with Michael for 1 week
Dr. Gordon has been inspiring throughout my counseling. He truly understands my disorder, which allows me to feel hope for a better future.
Written on Nov 02, 2018 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I truly feel he wants to help me.
Written on Oct 28, 2018 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
The sessions with Dr. Gordon have been very positive. He has a natural ability to lift up someone’s mood and most importantly, communication with him is very clear and I can feel he understands my issues very well.
Written on Oct 15, 2018 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Wonderfully compassionate.
Written on Sep 13, 2018 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family, and trauma and abuse
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