- Relationship strain
- Anger management
- Mindfulness practice
About Michael
Michael Johnson SR is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW, licensed in Texas, with eight years of professional experience. He works with adults who are dealing with relationship strain, family conflict, intimacy concerns, anger, depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting pressures.
He helps people talk through what is getting in the way of calmer responses. Sessions focus on practical ways to notice triggers and change unhelpful patterns. Conversations are direct and down-to-earth, with an emphasis on real-life skills rather than labels.
Michael uses straightforward tools from client-centered work and cognitive behavioral approaches to help people test new responses. He also draws on mindfulness techniques to increase awareness and psychodynamic ideas to look at recurring patterns that show up in close relationships.
People who come to him often want better ways to manage frustration at home or work, repair trust after conflicts, or reduce simmering resentment. He also supports parents dealing with the stress of caregiving and people going through life transitions such as separation or midlife questions.
His sessions are focused on problem solving, practical skill-building, and thoughtful conversation. He asks questions, listens for patterns, and works with each person to try different strategies. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to set goals and plan next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and collaboration. The therapist focuses on the persons concerns and works to reflect what matters most so the client feels understood and can set their own goals. This approach works well for relationship and parenting issues where talking and being heard are key.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers simple exercises to test new responses and change patterns that fuel anger, anxiety, or low mood. CBT is useful for managing workplace frustration, stress, and recurring reactions in close relationships.
Mindfulness Therapy adds attention exercises to increase awareness of triggers and bodily signs of rising anger. Short practices help people pause and choose a different response instead of reacting automatically.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick approaches that match goals and preferences and then adjust those choices over time based on what helps.
Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals use online work to help people practice new skills in everyday life and follow up between sessions when appropriate.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with relationship strain, family conflict, intimacy issues, anger, depression, stress, anxiety, parenting pressures, and related concerns such as career stress and life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is direct and practical, focusing on conversation, skill-building, and testing new behaviors in daily life. He combines listening with concrete tools clients can use between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience working with adults on relationship and emotional concerns.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted; he works with clients based in Texas.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session to set goals and plan next steps.