- Mindfulness informed
- CBT focused
- Relationship support
About Michael
Michael McVey is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in Texas who brings a relaxed, practical style to therapy. He often combines straightforward conversation with mindfulness practices to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship strain. Michael describes his manner as laid-back and respectful, and he aims to create a calm space for people to talk through what matters most.
He has three years of experience that include work in counseling, language teaching, and business management. That background informs his focus on clear communication and skill-building. He also teaches yoga and uses mindfulness and meditation techniques as part of sessions when helpful.
Michael uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. He draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to tackle unhelpful thinking and behaviors. He also uses parts-based work from Internal Family Systems and practical, goal-focused tools from solution-focused therapy.
For relationship concerns he incorporates elements of the Gottman Method to improve communication and address issues like infidelity, divorce and separation, and blended family challenges. He helps people navigate family of origin issues, communication problems, and the strain that major life changes can bring.
Michael often works with men on issues such as isolation, guilt and shame, life purpose, and midlife transitions. He frames therapy as a collaborative effort and aims to tailor sessions to each person's goals and everyday life.
How approaches like CBT and mindfulness translate to online therapy
Michael often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is practical and works well for anxiety, panic, and depression. He also integrates mindfulness techniques drawn from his background as a yoga teacher to teach breathing and attention skills that reduce stress and increase calm.The right mix of methods usually emerges in conversation. Michael treats finding an approach as a collaborative process where goals, life circumstances, and personal preferences guide which tools are used. He will work with each person to try methods that feel useful and adjust over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and let people use skills learned in therapy in their everyday environment. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that focus on practical tools and homework between meetings. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, mindfulness, and relationship-focused exercises to remote sessions so clients can keep progress moving even when life is busy.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael commonly address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, infidelity, blended family issues, and men's issues.
What is his general therapy style?
He keeps a laid-back and respectful approach that avoids stigmatizing labels. Sessions mix straightforward conversation with mindfulness and practical skill-building.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has three years of experience in counseling alongside work as a language teacher and business manager, which influences his emphasis on coaching and clear communication.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMFT licensed in Texas and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.