About Michael
Michael Pesant is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. He works with individuals facing life changes, relationship strain, and the emotional fallout of divorce or separation. Michael aims to create a calm, straightforward space where problems are named and practical steps are taken.
He believes each person knows their story best and brings strengths to the work.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on clear goals and building skills that fit daily life. Michael listens for what matters most and helps people shape small, manageable changes. His background includes long-term practice in North Carolina, where he has supported people through grief, guilt, forgiveness, and questions about life purpose.
That experience informs a pragmatic approach that balances emotional support with problem-solving techniques. Michael uses plain language in sessions and avoids clinical jargon. He guides people through tools for coping and decision-making, and he can help break larger issues into doable steps.
The emphasis is on steady progress rather than quick fixes. He offers services in English and Spanish and works by telephone, video calls, live chat, or text messaging. Starting is straightforward: complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session to see if the fit feels right.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change and emotional understanding. One common approach emphasizes building coping skills and stress management tools to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning. These tools include breathing and grounding exercises, simple routines, and step-by-step plans for handling triggers.Another approach centers on exploring beliefs about self-worth and relationships to address low self-esteem, guilt, and forgiveness. This work helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, test new ways of thinking, and practice different responses in everyday situations.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust plans based on what feels most helpful. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work stays relevant to their life.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video allows face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be more flexible when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to fit brief conversations into a busy day and to share thoughts between sessions. These options offer flexibility so therapy can fit into everyday routines.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
Also works with
- Experience
- 15 years
- Licensed
- North Carolina
- Languages
- English, Spanish