- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness techniques
About Michael
Michael Dautrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 32 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief, parenting concerns, and career stress. He also helps people managing chronic illness, caregiving strain, codependency, and communication or control issues.
Michael earned a Master of Social Work from Syracuse University and a Master’s in Counseling from the State University of New York at Oswego, both completed in 1992. He worked for the New York State Office of Mental Health for 23 years before retiring from that role in 2015. Since then he has continued providing individual and group therapy in counseling settings.
His practice draws on client-centered methods to keep conversations focused on what matters to the person in front of him. He also uses cognitive behavioral methods to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals and track progress. Mindfulness practices are used to help people notice reactions and manage strong feelings like anger and frustration.
Sessions are straightforward and practical. Michael helps people break down what triggers their anger or stress and build small, manageable steps to respond differently. He can also work with substance use concerns and trauma-related issues when these affect mood and relationships.
He offers therapy in English and accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Michael often blends client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy. Client-centered therapy involves listening closely to what matters to the person and shaping sessions around their concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thoughts and patterns and teaches practical skills to change reactions and behavior.He also uses mindfulness practices to help people notice bodily reactions and interrupt automatic anger responses. Mindfulness can be useful when strong feelings show up quickly or when rumination keeps anger alive between interactions. These methods are used to address stress, relationship issues, trauma-related reactions, substance use concerns, and everyday anger triggers.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means trying practical exercises, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan over time rather than assuming a single method will suit every concern.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people use mindfulness or CBT exercises in the moment when real-life triggers occur, which can speed up learning new responses.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does he address?
He works with temper outbursts, simmering resentment, frustration at work, and dealing with someone else’s anger. He also supports people whose anger relates to trauma, substance use, or relationship strain.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a practical, client-centered style that focuses on what the person brings to sessions. He combines that with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques and mindfulness practices.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 32 years of experience delivering individual and group therapy in counseling settings, including 23 years with the New York State Office of Mental Health.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from New York.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.