Michael was my therapist last year and was so absolutely amazing! He’s so kind and taught me a few things that have truly changed my life forever. Highly recommend!!!
Michael Henderson, LMFT
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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Michael is very understanding and dedicated. He paya close attention to everything you say, and helps you process your thoughts and feelings in a very friendly manner. Plus he is very considerate and works with whatever is best for you -text, calls, rescheduling, and so on. He is fantastic!
More about Michael
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach in the State of California. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, multi-cultural issues, spirituality, and acceptance. I also helped many people who have experienced emotional/physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My counseling style is warm, interactive, and supportive. In my experience, success in counseling focuses on Acceptance. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Attachment and Experiential. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
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!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and Geriatric Issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended Family Issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Family Problems
Fatherhood Issues
First Responder Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural Concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and Discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-Harm
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michael Henderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659465193.
- LMFT · California · 42250 · Expires December 2024
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 Henderson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Michael was my therapist last year and was so absolutely amazing! He’s so kind and taught me a few things that have truly changed my life forever. Highly recommend!!!
Michael is very understanding and dedicated. He paya close attention to everything you say, and helps you process your thoughts and feelings in a very friendly manner. Plus he is very considerate and works with whatever is best for you -text, calls, rescheduling, and so on. He is fantastic!
Michael was extremely kind, easy to open up to and very empathetic. He is a great listener, offered great insight on my situations and helped me see it's ok to focus on my needs, be kinder to myself. I never felt judged, and it was comfortable talking about the things that were stressing me out. Definitely recommend and if I ever to start to betterhelp again, I'd like to continue with him.
Michael is truly insightful and very supportive. I’ve shared his advice with friends, even, on more than one occasion. I feel lucky to have found him through this app.
I think he’s from the future or maybe the past. This guy had incredible understanding and helps you get to your root of your problem I was so angry and depressed at one point he had helped me understand and control that anger and I don’t need meds to feel happy Your definitely talking to the right guy give YOURSELF a chance you never had a Chance IF YOU DONT TAKE ONE
Michael is understanding, sweet, non judgemental, helpful, and positive. I couldn’t be happier!
From my first meeting with Michael, he created a safe space for me to introduce myself and provided a lot of valuable insights that were extremely practical and catered to my personal needs. He's a positive and jovial professional who deeply cares about his clients and even uses relatable verbiage and context that are applicable to the challenges I'm currently facing. I feel heard as a perfectly flawed individual, and our sessions empower me to step out of that pit of helplessness and despair to a better and more hopeful mindset.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael Henderson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael Henderson 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 Henderson speak?
Michael Henderson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael Henderson have?
Michael Henderson has 20 years of experience.
Where is Michael Henderson licensed to practice?
Michael Henderson is licensed to practice in California.
Does Michael Henderson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michael Henderson 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 Henderson offer?
Michael Henderson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michael Henderson?
Michael Henderson 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 Henderson?
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