- CBT methods
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused steps
About Michael
Michael Miano is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in New York with 25 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, mood disorders and related concerns. He also helps with parenting challenges, sleep problems, addictions, grief, and career or life changes.
Michael uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing as core tools. He aims to be direct and supportive while helping people identify patterns that keep anger and frustration active. Sessions look at thinking habits, behaviors, and small changes that reduce blowups and simmering resentment.
He also uses Client-Centered and Solution-Focused approaches when they fit the situation. That means listening for what matters most to the person and building short-term steps toward clearer communication and calmer responses. People often work on managing irritability at work, arguing less with close others, or handling another person’s anger.
Across his career Michael has worked in counseling, crisis intervention, and community mental health. His practice focuses on practical skills and clearer problem solving rather than long theory. He encourages honest talk about anger, guilt, shame, and isolation, and outlines simple actions people can try between sessions.
His style is pragmatic and goal-oriented. He helps people notice triggers, practice different responses, and strengthen everyday habits that reduce tension over time.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can say what matters. It helps people clarify their own goals and feel understood before trying new responses. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep anger going and teaches concrete exercises to change them. CBT is useful for mood issues, panic, and repetitive anger patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which methods fit the client's goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative step helps shape a plan with clear, achievable actions and short-term goals to test between sessions.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins on a work break, or use a call instead of video when bandwidth is limited. It also allows people to practice new communication skills in day-to-day life and bring examples from their week into sessions for immediate feedback.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with adults coping with losing their temper, built-up resentment, family conflict, and anger linked to mood disorders.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, supportive approach that focuses on practical skills and problem solving. Sessions combine listening with clear, action-oriented steps.
How much experience does he have?
Michael has 25 years of experience in counseling, crisis intervention, and community mental health.
What credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in New York and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.