Michael Brown, LMHC, LPC

Michael Brown approaches therapy as a process of healing at the deepest emotional levels, drawing on mindfulness-informed techniques and trauma-focused interventions to help clients reduce suffering and regain balance. He integrates methods such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to access and transform earlier emotional wounds that often underlie current symptoms. His practice emphasizes practical skills and experiential work to optimize emotional and psychological functioning while honoring each person’s unique history and values.

Known for bringing compassion, empathy, genuineness, and unconditional acceptance to the therapeutic relationship, Michael aims to create a space for clients to explore difficult feelings and painful memories without judgment. Clients have sought his help for a range of concerns including anxiety, PTSD, panic, depression, self-esteem struggles, and challenges tied to religion or spirituality. He combines clinical training with broad vocational and life experience, and he holds two master’s degrees.

Michael is licensed as an LMHC and an LPC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - and he offers hope that, through thoughtful therapeutic work, people can deepen awareness of their authentic selves and move toward lives marked by greater peace and freedom.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michael Brown draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor work to each client’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for depression, anxiety, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and unconditional positive regard so clients can explore and discover their own solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work, and Michael partners collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances. He adapts techniques over time as needs evolve to support sustained progress.

Online therapy with Michael is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or while traveling, maintain continuity of care, and choose the format that best supports the client’s day-to-day life.