- Practical coping skills
- Calm listening
- Thought tracking
About Michael
Michael Dautrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than three decades of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, relationship and intimacy challenges, parenting strain, and life changes. He brings a calm, straightforward approach and speaks English.
He trained in counseling and social work, earning a Master of Science in Counseling from the State University of New York at Oswego and a Master of Social Work from Syracuse University in 1992. He spent many years working in public mental health settings, including a long tenure with the New York State Office of Mental Health before retiring from that work in 2015.
In sessions he blends client-centered listening with practical tools. He uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits. He also draws on mindfulness and solution-focused strategies to help people find steps they can try between meetings.
Michael has experience leading both individual and group therapy over a multi-decade career. He is familiar with trauma-related concerns, substance use issues, ADHD, bipolar and mood conditions, and the everyday pressures that affect work and family life. He aims to help clients build clearer thinking, steadier coping, and realistic plans for change.
He accepts international clients and works from New York as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Prospective clients can use the site Start Therapy flow to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy starts with focused listening and meeting people where they are. It helps when someone wants to be heard and to shape goals at their own pace. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, moods, and behaviors and teaches practical ways to test new habits and reduce unhelpful thinking. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on small, specific steps that move a person toward their goals and can be useful for stress, relationship concerns, and addiction-related goals.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Michael will talk with each person about their needs and goals, then suggest techniques from these approaches to try together. The plan can change over time based on what is helpful and what fits into daily life.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work useful because it can fit into busy routines, make scheduling easier, and let them keep therapy consistent during life changes. Online sessions can also allow quicker check-ins and the use of worksheets or mindfulness practices between appointments to support steady progress.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with a broad range of problems including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He blends client-centered listening with practical techniques. Sessions often mix cognitive-behavioral tools, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused steps to test changes between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 32 years of clinical experience, including long-term work at the New York State Office of Mental Health and many years running individual and group therapy.
What credentials and location are on record?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he provide?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is billing handled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.