How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-centered therapy is about listening and responding to what matters most to each person. In practice this means sessions focus on the client's own goals, with the therapist reflecting concerns and helping name priorities. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches specific skills for changing unhelpful patterns; it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, and managing cravings. Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and supports small steps toward goals like reducing substance use or improving routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael collaborates with clients to see which methods feel useful, and he adjusts plans based on progress, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps people try different strategies and stick with what works for them.

Online formats offer practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues help, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are useful for quick support, follow-up between sessions, or when writing helps someone organize thoughts. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to continue work consistently across weeks.