About

Michael holds a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. He is highly regarded as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. The integrated counseling style that Michael brings is based on the unique needs of each individual, or teenager 14 years old and above that he works with. Michael is trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and has specialized training in Trauma related challenges, specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and is Certified with the National Board of Certified Counselors (NCC). Michael’s therapeutic modalities are effective when working with individuals facing issues of addiction, trauma, anger, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, marital/interpersonal conflict, and other life stressors that surface during life transitions or emotional disruption. This experience, as well as working within crisis settings, proves valuable experience in helping the individual or couple in their life challenges in a caring, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Intentional collaborative work during sessions will leave you feeling supported and empowered to address sensitive or difficult challenges and to prepare you to move forward with a sense of optimism and hope. Every challenge has a solution given the time to explore one’s options. Michael is ready to come alongside you to help you explore your solutions. M-F 9am to 5pm.