- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Michael
Michael Bohman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with 40 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and anger among other concerns. He also supports people with relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting strains, ADHD, and career-related stresses.
He has worked across many settings and with a wide range of problems. That background includes mental health care, substance use treatment, domestic violence, and trauma work. Over decades he has also served as a clinical supervisor and consultant on trainings and program development.
In sessions he uses several practical approaches. These include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Those methods are applied to help people manage strong feelings, change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and build more effective coping skills.
He describes his work as recovery-oriented and focused on helping people adjust to life changes and reduce harmful patterns. People can expect straightforward conversation about what is happening now, with attention to where problems began and what helps in day-to-day life. Michael works in a private group practice that addresses life adjustment, coping with stress, and related concerns.
He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. The practice supports people across a wide age range and a variety of life situations, including caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and men's issues. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely to what matters to the person and building a supportive working relationship. It helps people clarify goals and feel understood while they sort through strong emotions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers concrete tools to test unhelpful beliefs, change behavior patterns, and reduce reactivity such as anger or avoidance.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce rumination and lower stress in the moment. These practices are used alongside talk work to help people respond differently to frustration.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. That means checking in and adjusting strategies as needed rather than sticking to one fixed plan.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Ask about session length and frequency so arrangements match work, family, and other commitments.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, and related issues listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic approaches to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
How long has he been practicing?
He brings 40 years of experience working in many settings, including clinical supervision, program development, and consultation.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients; check time zones and scheduling when arranging sessions.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.