- CBT techniques
- ACT and mindfulness
- Solution focused work
About Michael
Dr. Michael Bryan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with 25 years of experience. He holds a doctorate of education in counseling psychology. He works with adults on a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, addictions, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, and trauma-related issues.
His style is interactive and faith-informed, with a conservative Christian perspective. He values direct conversation and practical steps in sessions. He focuses on clear goals and straightforward tools rather than long, abstract discussions.
Dr. Bryan integrates cognitive-behavioral methods with solution-focused strategies and acceptance-oriented ideas. He often uses thought work to identify patterns, practical exercises to change behaviors, and short-term goals to measure progress. Mindfulness techniques are used when they help calm intense emotions or increase presence.
Sessions typically include discussion, skill practice, and homework to try between meetings. He addresses issues like anger and communication by breaking situations into manageable parts and planning different responses. For people facing grief, career strain, or midlife shifts he offers step-by-step coping strategies.
He also brings experience with adoption and foster care concerns, fatherhood issues, hoarding, and substance problems. Dr. Bryan works in English and sees clients in Arizona. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site's matching process and schedule a first appointment to see how his approach fits their needs.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Bryan commonly uses cognitive behavioral methods and acceptance-oriented ideas in his work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing new ways of thinking and acting. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice uncomfortable thoughts and feelings and choose actions that align with their values rather than getting stuck in avoidance.He also draws on solution-focused techniques that aim for small, practical changes. Those methods emphasize creating clear, short-term goals and trying specific steps between sessions. Together these approaches are useful for anger, anxiety, relationship problems, and life transitions because they translate into concrete tasks and practice exercises.
Finding the right mix is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and adapt methods as work proceeds. Clients and the therapist check what helps and change course when needed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it simpler to continue therapy during life changes while focusing on behavior change, communication skills, and emotion management rather than promising specific outcomes.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Arizona, Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger concerns does he address?
He works with anger linked to relationships, work frustration, resentment, and difficulty managing strong emotions.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses an interactive, direct style informed by conservative Christian values and focuses on practical steps and clear goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of professional experience and a doctorate of education in counseling psychology.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Arizona.
Does he work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.