LPC
Michael Powers , LPC
Therapist in Michigan
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About Michael
His approach honors each person's values and lived experience, with attention to social anxiety, isolation, attachment struggles, and efforts toward personal growth. He guides clients through difficulties such as panic attacks, guilt, shame, and the search for forgiveness, offering steady clinical expertise paired with empathy. Clients work collaboratively with him to identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen communication, and build emotional resilience.
Michael emphasizes thoughtful, evidence-informed care that respects individual differences. He uses his long clinical background to tailor interventions to each person's needs, helping them navigate change and pursue meaningful recovery and growth over time.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and problems with mood by teaching practical skills for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences in ways that reduce their ongoing impact; it can help with post-traumatic stress, intense emotional reactions, and reclaiming a sense of safety and control. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused method that helps individuals resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, which can be useful for addictions, behavior change, and moving through life transitions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michael Powers works together with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process allows therapists and clients to adjust strategies as progress is made and circumstances evolve.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing work to proceed through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around life commitments, maintain continuity when travel or relocation arises, and access licensed professionals from different settings while preserving the therapeutic connection and momentum built in treatment.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Michael Powers have?
Michael Powers has 41 years of clinical experience.
Is Michael Powers a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are MI LPC 6401002664.
In which languages does Michael Powers provide therapy?
Michael Powers provides therapy in English.
Where is Michael Powers located?
Michael Powers is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Michael Powers as my therapist?
You can work with Michael Powers through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael Powers work with international clients?
Michael Powers does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael Powers cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
41+ years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English
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