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Dr. Michael Bryan

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Dr. Michael Bryan

Arizona

Compassionate counseling rooted in practical therapy

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  • Faith-informed approach
  • Practical strategies
  • Men's wellbeing focus

About Michael

Dr. Michael Bryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience. He holds a doctorate of education in counseling psychology and practices in Arizona. He offers care that reflects his faith and a respectful, compassionate stance toward people seeking help.

He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and major life changes. He also works with concerns such as ADHD, career strain, eating and sleeping problems, anger, and self-esteem. Men’s issues and fatherhood topics are noted among his focus areas.

His style is warm and interactive, with a conservative Christian perspective. Sessions emphasize practical conversation and mutual respect. He shapes the work to fit each person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.

Dr. Bryan draws on cognitive behavioral methods along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and solution-focused ideas. He blends these approaches to help people set goals, test new behaviors, and manage strong feelings. Mindfulness and client-centered techniques also appear in his work when they suit a person’s needs.

People who want help sorting life direction, improving relationships, reducing anxiety, or addressing addictive patterns can find clear, structured support. He asks about what matters most, then builds steps that can be practiced between sessions. The aim is steady progress and clearer choices.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that match those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help people manage anxiety, depression, and life transitions by shifting attention toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, and then tests practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and many everyday stressors.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking, since specific online formats are not listed here. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit more easily into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Online sessions can also make it easier to keep continuity of care during life transitions or when relocating. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT and CBT exercises for remote sessions so clients can practice new skills between appointments.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAvoidant personalityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Arizona, Nevada

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma, and many life change issues. Additional focuses include ADHD, career problems, parenting and men’s issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style is warm, interactive, and conservative with a Christian perspective. Sessions tend to be practical and respectful, focused on clear steps people can try between meetings.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 25 years of experience working in counseling and related settings. That experience includes a wide range of common concerns such as OCD, relationship issues, and adoption-related matters.

Where is he licensed and based?

He holds the credentials LCPC and LPC and practices in Arizona. The profile lists licensure as NV LCPC and AZ LPC.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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