Micheal "Mike" Montgomery , LICSW

Micheal "Mike" Montgomery is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota with six years of professional experience. He has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression, drawing on that background to offer practical support and guidance. His practice also includes focused work around guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, panic disorder and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.

Mike approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, emphasizing that each person is the expert on their own story and already possesses resources to move through difficult moments. He centers collaboration and skill-building so clients can develop tools to manage symptoms, cope with challenges, and pursue their goals. Taking the step to begin therapy is acknowledged as a significant act of courage, and he offers encouragement and steady support to people who reach out for help.

Across his work, Mike aims to create a practical, empathetic environment where clients can explore patterns, practice new strategies, and build resilience over time. His background as an LICSW informs a clinical approach that balances evidence-informed techniques with respect for each client’s unique experiences.

CBT and DBT Applied to Online Therapy

Micheal "Mike" Montgomery uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT emphasizes practical strategies and skill-building that can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and stress by teaching clear tools for managing thoughts and reactions.

He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles to support emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT offers structured skills for coping with intense emotions and improving relationships, which can be helpful for trauma-related difficulties, overwhelming stress, and persistent emotional distress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mike works collaboratively with each person to determine which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - allow licensed professionals to offer flexible, accessible care that can fit into busy schedules and different life circumstances. These options make it easier to maintain continuity, try different communication styles, and receive support from home or on the go.