As a licensed therapist in Washington with over three decades of professional experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions. I offer a compassionate, affirming approach across diverse backgrounds.
I’m psychodynamically-oriented rather than cognitively or behaviorally-oriented, meaning I pay attention to unfinished business from the past and the way in which the subconscious/unconscious operates. I have extensive expertise in addressing the effects of isolation, relationship and intimacy issues, navigating the grief process, midlife transitions, focus and memory issues, ethnic minority and LGBTQ-related issues.
I create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their authentic selves, working through conflicts and challenging emotions while identifying strategies through which they might achieve more wholeness and personal growth. My approach is deeply respectful, client-centered and committed to understanding each person's unique journey.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Cancer, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexuality, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Jungian Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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Michael has been a great help. He’s a great listener and has helped me with a number of issues ranging from family and personal problems to mental health issues. He turned me on to Lions Mane, and my ADD has never felt more in control.
Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Michael is amazing! He meets me where I'm at, remains engaged in a dynamic conversation, and offers breadcrumbs that lead me towards more positive & accurate thinking!
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Michael helped immensely with some questions I had about how to move forward in repairing a relationship with my adult child. He did not tell me what to do, but we worked together to help me consider my actions. He helped me find a path forward. I found his easy-going style great. He emphasized how much she cared about the match.
Written on Dec 23, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
As someone for whom English is not the first language, I was worried about being fully understood in therapy. But Michael has always made sure I feel comfortable and understood, even when language is a challenge. Michael has been incredibly supportive and attentive, and I’m grateful for his patience and care.
Written on Aug 24, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem