- Values-based methods
- Practical coping skills
- Financial stress support
About Michael
Dr. Michael Greenberg offers practical, evidence-informed therapy that focuses on values and workable skills. He is a California licensed psychologist (CA Psychologist 30676) with 13 years of experience. He draws on approaches that help people notice what matters and take small steps toward change. Many people come to him for help with anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship difficulties.
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices are included when emotion regulation and staying present are priorities. Motivational Interviewing is used to build momentum for difficult life changes, including career moves or managing addictive behaviors.
Sessions focus on clear goals and straightforward tools. Dr. Greenberg aims to make sessions understandable and directly useful for daily life. He works with concerns such as trauma and abuse, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. Financial and money-related stress is also part of his practice when it affects emotional well-being.
In the first meetings he listens to the immediate problem and checks what the person hopes to change. From there he and the person set a short-term plan and steps to try between sessions. He adapts interventions to fit each person’s situation rather than use a one-size-fits-all method.
People who choose to work with him will find a conversational style and a focus on practical results. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and helping people make steady progress toward the life they want.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward them while learning to tolerate difficult thoughts and feelings. It helps when people feel stuck by anxiety, depression, or avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by testing ideas and practicing new responses in everyday situations. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with relationship strain and impulse-related concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. Decisions about pacing and techniques are made collaboratively and reviewed as progress unfolds.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. It can also let people practice new skills in real-world settings and bring examples from daily life into sessions, which supports practical change.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction issues, relationship concerns, sleep problems, and career or motivation difficulties, plus related areas such as low self-esteem and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapeutic style?
He blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing into a practical, goal-oriented approach that emphasizes skills and values.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working in the mental health field with a wide range of clinical and non-clinical presentations.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as CA Psychologist 30676 and practices in California.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.