About Michael
Michael Coley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides individual therapy for adults. He focuses on everyday concerns like stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Michael writes plainly and listens closely so people feel heard and understood.
He uses a strengths-based, holistic approach that pays attention to mind, body, and emotions. Sessions are collaborative and paced to match where a person is right now.
Background and approach
Michael helps people notice what already works for them and then build on those skills. Therapy with him often focuses on attachment concerns, communication problems, and feelings of isolation or loneliness. He also helps people think about life purpose and common men's issues in straightforward terms.
Conversations are practical and aimed at manageable steps forward. Michael brings five years of clinical experience and holds a New York Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, NY LCSW 098044. He works with adults by talking through challenges, trying new ways of responding, and tracking small changes over time.
Sessions generally move at a comfortable pace and emphasize real-world skills. The goal is clearer thinking, better coping, and a stronger sense of self. Michael aims to create a calm space where adults can work toward lasting change.
Evidence-based approaches for online care
Many clients benefit from approaches that focus on strengths and practical skills. A strengths-based approach looks at what already helps a person cope and builds on those abilities to handle stress and life change. It emphasizes resilience and real-life skills rather than only examining problems.A holistic approach attends to thoughts, emotions, and bodily reactions together. This means conversations may include breathing or grounding techniques, ways to notice feelings in the body, and actions to reduce anxiety or improve mood. These tools can be useful for anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship stress.
Finding the right method is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose or adapt approaches based on needs, goals, and preferences. That joint process helps tailor sessions so they feel useful and relevant.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit into a busy day or when lower bandwidth is needed. Live chat and messaging offer quick check-ins or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and maintain continuity of care.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Also works with
- Experience
- 5 years
- Licensed
- New York
- Languages
- English