Michael Barrett, LPC

Michael Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 15 years of professional experience. He works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, addictions, grief and loss, anger management, and related concerns, drawing on a strengths-based perspective that centers the client as the expert of their own story. Michael emphasizes the personal strengths clients already possess and helps them build on those assets to address life challenges.

Employed full-time in a metropolitan community health setting during the day, Michael provides online therapy in the evenings to increase access for clients with daytime commitments. He believes that taking the first step toward therapy requires courage and affirms clients for beginning the process. His practice is focused on practical, collaborative work that supports people coping with depression, impulsivity, relationship and personality concerns, substance use issues, trauma-related symptoms, and social anxiety.

Clients will find an approach that combines respect for individual experience with evidence-informed methods aimed at reducing distress and improving coping. Michael’s experience and evening availability make him a resource for people in Michigan seeking flexible therapeutic support.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Michael Barrett

Michael Barrett uses approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy to tailor care to each person’s needs. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping individuals explore their values and strengths while feeling heard and respected. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and addictive patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and regulation techniques that can reduce reactivity and support coping with stress and grief.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michael works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. He draws on his experience to blend methods when appropriate and adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for many people - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing scheduling flexibility and greater access for those with daytime commitments. Michael provides evening online sessions to accommodate clients who need care outside typical work hours, making it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in these methods.