My therapy style is open, genuine, accepting and non-judgmental. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing and mindfulness-based approaches. Through a warm, empathetic and supportive environment we can begin to work together to provide relief and to help work through any challenges or obstacles you may be experiencing.
I graduated from Rutgers University with a Master Degree in Social Work and I'm a licensed clinical therapist in both New Jersey and New York. I am also a credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor in the state of New York. My path started in college when i decided to switch majors and decided that I wanted to go into the helping field and to be able to help others. Therapy takes commitment and courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to be able to work towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
NY LCSW 081890
NJ LCSW 44SC05958400
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My therapist is excellent
Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 7 months
He’s a good listener with sound advice
Written on Aug 26, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
An excellent listener and guide
Written on Jul 09, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions
Michael is very great at listening to me and giving valuable advice and feedback
Written on May 26, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with
Michael is the best. He’s a great listener but his approach makes you feel at ease and more like you’re speaking to a good friend. Would absolutely recommend him!
Written on Mar 12, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and lgbt
So far, I have been helped by the doctor in stabilizing my mood swings. i have had limited experience with him, but have benefitted from this whole experience.
Written on Feb 26, 2025 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and adhd