Michael Mcbrearty , LCSW

Michael Mcbrearty brings an open, genuine, accepting and non-judgmental approach to therapy, grounded in respect and compassion for each individual he meets. He emphasizes treating every person with dignity and works to create a warm, empathetic setting where clients can begin to address stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, addiction, trauma, and other life challenges.

His clinical work blends cognitive behavioral techniques with motivational interviewing and mindfulness-based practices to help people develop practical coping skills, clarify values, and build sustainable change. In sessions he focuses on collaboration and pragmatic steps that can provide relief and help clients move through obstacles at a manageable pace.

He earned a Master Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and holds the LCSW credential - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is licensed as an LCSW in New York (LCSW 081890) and New Jersey (LCSW 44SC05958400), and he is also a credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor in New York. His interest in the helping field began in college when he changed majors and committed to a career supporting others.

Michael understands that pursuing therapy requires courage and commitment, and he aims to support and empower individuals who are ready to take that step toward a more fulfilling life.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

Michael integrates cognitive behavioral therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering clear strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. He also uses motivational interviewing to help clients explore their own reasons for change and to strengthen personal motivation when facing ambivalence or addictive behaviors. In addition, mindfulness-based techniques are used to cultivate present moment awareness and reduce reactivity, supporting clients who struggle with emotional regulation and chronic stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Michael collaborates with each person to determine what methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so the work feels practical and tailored.

Online therapy provides flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and therapy more accessible for people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints. Licensed professionals can deliver the same evidence-informed care through these formats, helping clients maintain continuity of treatment and apply skills in real time between sessions.