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Michael Arnold, LIMHP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 32 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Nebraska and Arizona

Recent reviews

Michael knows how to get to what ever issues a person my have and helps with understanding and coping with them

Mar 2021

Mike makes sure he understands what your concerns are before he starts to address them with you. He truly listens to understand. He is caring and understanding but is not afraid to tell you things that may be hard to hear. He never speaks out of judgement but as an unbiased listener that has a different perspective. He has always been respectful of my feelings, my time and my situation. He gives really valuable insight and is practical in his suggestions. I’m not saying it’s easy to dive in and get help, but it Is really beneficial to have a good solid counselor.

Dec 2019

More about Michael

  • 20 years' experience
  • Male
  • LIMHP, LPC

I am a mental health counselor originally from Nebraska and now living in Arizona. I have 20+ years of experience. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and low motivation. I have also helped people with addiction problems. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Also, be aware if you have become addicted to negative thoughts, it will take courage and hard work to challenge and overcome them.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

About me: My Loves are my wife, my son and daughter, 3 grandchildren, and our dog Sky. Favorite activities include golf, biking, hiking, sharing stories, and spending time with friends and family. I've made my fair share of mistakes, and done some things I'm not proud of. My life experiences have fueled my belief in second chances, and helped me to be non-judgmental and empathetic as a person and therapist. I would welcome the opportunity to partner with you in your journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Control issues Drug and Alcohol Addiction Family of Origin Issues Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Michael Arnold's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063404135.

  • LIMHP · Nebraska · 697 · Expires September 2026
  • LPC · Arizona · LPC-19348 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Michael Arnold

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

32 reviews

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Michael knows how to get to what ever issues a person my have and helps with understanding and coping with them

Mar 2021

Mike makes sure he understands what your concerns are before he starts to address them with you. He truly listens to understand. He is caring and understanding but is not afraid to tell you things that may be hard to hear. He never speaks out of judgement but as an unbiased listener that has a different perspective. He has always been respectful of my feelings, my time and my situation. He gives really valuable insight and is practical in his suggestions. I’m not saying it’s easy to dive in and get help, but it Is really beneficial to have a good solid counselor.

Dec 2019

Practical and good with Scripture - has a good perspective on things.

Oct 2018

If you want a good listener - someone who can understand and then identify where the priority is - this is the guy. He helps you understand what you can be doing in the next week to move your situation forward - increasing self awareness every step of the way.

Jun 2018

Michael knows what he's doing. Everything is very professional, yet personal. After the introductions, it's basically like talking to a friend. He let's you know he cares and is willing to help out no matter what. He's smart. He has a good grasp on how to help. I didn't know going in if I was going to like or be comfortable with this, but I'm glad Michael was the one I was paired up with.

Jun 2018

Michaels advice is extremely supportive, knowledgeable and spiritual in a practical manner. I would recommend him to anyone seeking counseling.

Feb 2018

Michael has been very good to interact with. He has a great attitude and perspective. I never have felt like he is talking down to me, just with me. I definitely would recommend him to anyone.

Dec 2017

It has only been a month since I started counseling; but thus far I am very pleased with Michael's attention, timely responses with emails and his initiative in making appointments.

Oct 2017

GREAT!!

Feb 2023

Mike was great! His humor is the best and the ability to weave in ways to equip you with unique skills is amazing. Conversations are always meaningful.

Feb 2023

Michael was very insightful and humerous and patient and helped me through a diffucult transition. Great therapist great human being!

T.I.·Feb 2022

I've only had two sessions with Michael, but he's already identified a few things that I hadn't been able to. It's what I was hoping for since I think objectivity and perspective is are hard things to achieve when you're buried in your own trauma and turmoil. I'm grateful to be working with him.

C.J.·Dec 2021

Mike is really great! From the get go, I could tell that he very seriously tried to get to know me. He immediately started picking up on my habits and, if any needed work, he worked with me on options for correction. In our eight sessions, I have learned so many things that I will take with me for the remainder of my life. He was someone I felt very comfortable with (which is hard for me) and I am so thankful for that. I highly recommend Mike and hope you get to work with him as closely as I did!

W.Y.·Dec 2021

Mike is great!

B.A.·Nov 2021

Asks the right questions and gives great feedback. Had lots of knowledge about my situation and provided relevant material. Very helpful and responsive.

G.A.·Oct 2021

Michael is a kind and professional person. He gets me out of my head and into my body where I hold my feelings hostage. I really like his smar and non-judgmental style!

J.A.·Oct 2021

Mike is the second counselor I have worked with from this platform. I connected with him much better than my first counselor, He is very good at getting to the heart of the matter, as well with offering advice on how to improve my own life outside of therapy. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a Christian centered wy of approaching the difficulties life throws your way.

K.E.·Apr 2021

Michael has been helping me talk through things that have been hard for me to let out. He listens and asks good questions as well as provides knowledge on how certain mental sicknesses work. He has been slowly helping me figure out the causes of my emotional problems and also helping me see a more clear path as to how to feel better.

J.E.·Mar 2021

Michael Arnold listens. When having conversations Michael insist that patients question their own actions. This is helpful because this tactic helps me look harder at myself and my problems. I'm usually left feeling silly at the moment. But after Michael interjects his realistic real-world insight his approach produces a self help mentality in me.

D.E.·Jan 2021

What I appreciate about Michael is his ability to challenge you and push you to actually do and not just theorize. He didn't coddle me and told me what I needed to hear. I don't think there are enough people like that anymore. I went from pretty depressed to really happy in a few months and he really helped me to change my mindset. I greatly enjoyed counseling with him and if I return I will do it with him.

D.I.·Nov 2020

I can’t really express how thankful I am for Michael. I had never had therapy before and he made me feel comfortable right away. We worked on coping mechanisms and getting to the root of my anxiety. In a relatively short period of time I am in a better place than I have been in months.

K.R.·Oct 2020

Michael has been a wonderful help to me and my personal issues. He's very understanding but extremely knowledgable about therapy and tries to find the best method to work with you. Excellent for first-time experiences and really tries to focus on you and what you as an individual need in order to get better.

O.M.·Sep 2020

Great counselor. Listens and always giving positive vibes and helping me push forward. Has helped me tremendously.

J.A.·Feb 2020

Michael is fantastic. A great listener and brings out what is the root of the problems. Thank you Michael

A.N.·Jul 2019

Michael is very understanding and assuring. His help is very much appreciated.

H.E.·Jul 2019

Michael Arnold hear me, understand me and make direction to accept my situation and accept me. Simple, effective :) Thanks Michael.

J.U.·Oct 2018

Michael is friendly and easy to talk to. I enjoyed our sessions.

K.I.·Apr 2018

Michael has been an amazing support for my spouse and I; he’s given us some invaluable tools for communication and helped us reconnect.

K.R.·Jan 2018

Great guy with a good heart. I feel he knows what he is doing. He’s already helped me quite a bit and we haven’t been talking that long. Highly recommend!

T.Y.·Dec 2017

Overall Michael has helped me a ton and I wish I would have reached out for help sooner.

M.I.·Oct 2017

Michael is a great professional. Very patient, understanding and wise. He is the person I can share a lot of my personal feelings and experiences with. When we just started therapy, I had problems with procrastination, that as it turned out, were connected to low self esteem and wrong mindset. In almost two months we did a great progress that changed a lot in the way I look at things and now I'm much happier than before, enjoy my work and successfully make my own creative projects. Next time I will need therapy I will do it with Michael again.

Y.A.·Oct 2017

Michael is fabulous to make you find and share your inner-parts. A great listener and has given me some sound advice for the future. Thank you.

C.H.·Jun 2017

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michael Arnold offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michael Arnold works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Michael Arnold speak?

Michael Arnold speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michael Arnold have?

Michael Arnold has 20 years of experience.

Where is Michael Arnold licensed to practice?

Michael Arnold is licensed to practice in Nebraska and Arizona.

Does Michael Arnold accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Michael Arnold does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Michael Arnold offer?

Michael Arnold offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Michael Arnold?

Michael Arnold can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Michael Arnold?

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