- Stress and anxiety
- Fatherhood issues
- Practical steps
About Michael
Michael Dubose is a licensed clinical social worker who helps men and others manage stress, anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. He approaches conversations with respect and compassion and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. He aims to help clients build confidence, restore routine, and move toward goals that matter.
Michael uses straightforward talk and goal-focused techniques. He draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to notice patterns that keep problems going and to replace them with new habits. He also uses existential ideas to look at meaning and purpose when life feels unsettled. Solution-focused methods help focus on small, achievable changes that add up over time.
Clients can expect work that is tailored to their situation. The therapist listens for what is most urgent, then builds a simple plan with clear next steps. Sessions often include skill practice, reflection, and planning for everyday life.
Michael brings nine years of professional experience to his practice and holds LCSW and LMSW credentials. He practices in Michigan and offers services in English. He supports people dealing with trauma, grief, parenting strain, caregiver stress, relationship and communication problems, and issues common in midlife.
Starting therapy is framed as a collaborative process. The focus is on what a person wants to change and how to get there in small, steady steps. Michael emphasizes that change is possible at any stage and that clients set the pace for their work together.
Approaches that guide online work
Michael commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral experiments. CBT is useful for anxiety, panic symptoms, and mood problems because it links thinking, feeling, and action in clear steps.He also draws on solution-focused therapy to identify practical changes and build on what already works. This approach centers on setting short-term goals and tracking small wins. Existential ideas appear in sessions when meaning, life purpose, or identity questions are part of a client’s concerns; those conversations focus on values and choices rather than labels.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative task. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and daily life to decide which methods to try first. Clients set the pace and can shift focus as needs change over time.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and keeping momentum between appointments. Because formats are not specified here, confirm the current session options before booking. The emphasis is on making therapy manageable and usable - shorter check-ins, work that fits around job breaks, or tools to practice between sessions can all be arranged based on what the client needs.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Michigan, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain, self-esteem, and men’s issues including fatherhood and midlife concerns.
What style of therapy should I expect?
Sessions are practical and goal-focused, using methods like cognitive behavioral therapy, existential reflections on meaning, and solution-focused strategies to create small changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience working with clients on mood, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCSW and LMSW credentials and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.