- Men's wellbeing
- Stress and anxiety
- Practical skills
About Michael
Michael Fillipon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of clinical experience. He focuses on men's wellbeing alongside common concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem. He aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and straightforward.
He helps people talk through anxiety and stress by creating a calm, nonjudgmental space. In sessions he listens for what matters most and works with each person to set clear, practical goals. Conversations may cover relationship challenges, motivation, and how past hurt continues to affect day-to-day life.
Michael pays attention to how isolation and social anxiety can shape behavior. He supports people dealing with trauma and abuse with care and steadiness, moving at a pace that fits each person's needs. He also addresses communication problems and helps people build stronger ways to express themselves.
Sessions focus on building self-love and confidence through small, achievable steps. Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide change, while keeping the work grounded and practical. He aims to help people notice progress between sessions and apply new skills in real life.
He practices in California and conducts work in English. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability. The Start Therapy button on the site begins that process.
Approaches for online work and how they help
Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations toward practical change. One common approach involves structured problem-solving and skill-building to manage stress and anxiety; this helps people learn concrete tools to reduce worry and improve daily routines. Another area of focus is trauma-informed care that emphasizes pacing and safety while addressing painful memories and their effects on thoughts and behavior.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael will discuss options and tailor methods to the client’s goals and preferences. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the therapist's available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow people to connect from different locations in California without rearranging a full day. Discuss scheduling and format details during the matching and booking steps to choose what will work best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael commonly address?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, and issues with self-esteem. He also helps with trauma and relationship concerns as they affect daily life.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space and works collaboratively to set practical goals. Sessions emphasize clear steps clients can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of professional experience working with people on stress, anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the credential LCSW and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.