About
Hi there, I'm Michael! Great to meet you! My name is Michael T. Hester, LPC, LCDC, LVN, NCC, CCS, SAPR VA, D-SAACP Level II, and I am an Expert People Developer (EPD) with over 25 years of experience in the helping field. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I am a nurse, educator, and disabled military veteran. I completed the Air Assault School at the home of the 101st Airborne Division. I served honorably during peacetime and periods of war while assigned to the 86th Evacuation Hospital, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. My approach My approach to therapy is energetic, interactive, and solution-focused. Although I specialize in Adlerian therapeutic techniques, complementary methodologies are integrated to offer a highly personalized and holistic approach to therapy. What can clients expect to take away from sessions? Our team's primary areas of focus: Depression, anxiety, stress, and anger management; occupation and workplace issues; adjustment and alcohol and substance abuse disorders; military lifestyle challenges; and family concerns. My focus The types of clients that I typically work with express concerns about depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, and anger management; occupation and workplace issues; adjustment to life challenges and alcohol and substance abuse disorders; military lifestyle challenges; and family concerns. My communication style Everyone has their own unique needs, and I strive to meet them with joy, compassion, and understanding. You will be encouraged, supported, and challenged according to your personal growth journey. I will be truthful, but the truth will always be transmitted with kindness. My journey to therapy My entire life is deeply embedded in service. I was raised by a single father who also served in the army and supported extended family and friends. I simply believe that the healthiest people in the world care about others. My greatest satisfaction is achieved by helping others reach their maximum potential.
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Click HereBasic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor
Gender
Male
Ethnicity
Black or African American
Client Focus
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
- Adults
Therapy Specialties
- ADHD
- Addiction
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Hospice
- LGBTQ Issues
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Multicultural Issues
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy/Childbirth
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma And PTSD
Treatment Orientation
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
- Adlerian
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Emotion Focused Therapy
- Existential
- Mindfulness Based Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Modality
- Couples
- Family
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
Education
- Bowie State University, Master's in Counseling Psychology
Years in Practice
17 years
Languages
- English
Faith
- Christian
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 101YP2500X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Professional
- Code: 101YA0400X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Addiction
- Code: 101YM0800X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Mental Health
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)
Licenses
Name | License Number | State |
---|---|---|
LPC | 71693 Verify | TX |
LPC | 0701010939 Verify | VA |
LPC | LPC005961 Verify | GA |
Counselor | LC3472 Verify | MD |
Counselor | 1003-0705 Verify | TX |
Practice Locations
1359 W 40th St
Norfolk, VA 23508-2340
Phone Number: (757) 533-1399
Therapists Near Norfolk, VA
Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)