- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Michael
Dr. Michael Gordon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with 16 years of experience. He works with adults who struggle with anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief, intimacy concerns, and relationship and parenting challenges.
He uses straightforward, interactive sessions. He listens, asks practical questions, and helps people notice patterns that feed anger and frustration. Sessions focus on skills that reduce reactivity and improve communication rather than on labels or blame.
Dr. Gordon draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people change unhelpful thinking and build better emotional regulation. He also uses mindfulness practices to increase awareness of triggers and Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change. Solution-focused work helps set clear, achievable steps between sessions.
He has worked with people facing trauma, substance use, mood disorders, and intense relationship conflict. That background shapes how he approaches anger - by combining practical skills, short-term goals, and attention to underlying stressors.
Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. People leave with specific techniques to try between meetings, such as breathing, grounding, or short behavioral experiments. Progress is tracked by looking at situations that used to trigger strong reactions and noting any small changes.
Sessions are offered in English in Mississippi. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details using the site’s matching and scheduling tools.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Gordon commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in his work. CBT looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. DBT adds skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer interpersonal communication, which can be helpful for managing anger.He also incorporates mindfulness techniques to increase awareness of bodily cues and early warning signs of anger. These practices are brief and do-able between sessions, such as grounding exercises and short breathing practices that help reduce reactivity.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will discuss goals and preferences, try techniques in session, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. The aim is to find a mix of tools that fit the person's day-to-day life and the specific problems they bring.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a workday, cut travel time, allow quicker check-ins, or make it easier to practice skills between meetings. Licensed professionals can use those practical benefits to help people apply new techniques to real situations.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What anger-related issues does he address?
He helps people with anger linked to stress, relationship conflict, parenting strain, and long-standing resentment.
What is his therapeutic style?
His sessions are interactive and practical, focusing on skills, short-term goals, and noticing patterns that keep anger active.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns including trauma, substance use, mood disorders, and relationship problems.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.