- Collaborative approach
- Goal focused
- Compassionate listener
About Michael
Michael Maddock is a licensed mental health counselor and licensed professional counselor with 15 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and other life challenges. He works with individuals facing trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy and self-esteem concerns, and difficulties related to parenting, career, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. He aims to build a strong therapeutic relationship and supports clients through practical, goal-focused conversations.
He earned a master’s degree from the University of Central Florida in 2011 and has worked in a range of clinical settings. His background includes diagnostic evaluations and assessments alongside ongoing therapy for a wide range of mental health concerns. He also serves as a Scientific Solutions Director, which keeps him connected to developments in psychiatric assessment tools and evidence-based treatment ideas.
In sessions he takes a compassionate, client-centered stance. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, the Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and narrative approaches when they fit a person’s needs. He focuses on clear goals and practical steps people can use between sessions.
Michael has provided telehealth for more than five years and describes his counseling style as empowering and collaborative. He tailors plans to each person and works with them to set achievable goals. He encourages prospective clients to reach out and ask questions about how he might help with their particular concerns.
Clients can expect a mix of listening, gentle challenge, and active problem solving. He emphasizes developing skills to manage symptoms, improve relationships, and handle life changes so people can move toward greater stability and meaning.
How Michael’s approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and working at the client’s pace. It helps people who need a trusting space to talk through stress, relationship worries, grief, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches practical skills to change them. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and coping with life changes. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build motivation for steps like altering habits or working toward career or health goals.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals and try methods that fit those goals and preferences. Over time they review what helps and adjust the plan so therapy stays relevant and useful.
The biography indicates he has provided telehealth for more than five years, so he has experience carrying these approaches into online sessions. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people continue work on relationship, stress, or mood concerns from wherever they spend their day while collaborating with a licensed professional.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family-related concerns, grief, eating and body image issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and related challenges.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is compassionate and client-centered. He focuses on collaboration, practical steps, and setting achievable goals during therapy.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience, including work in varied settings and conducting diagnostic evaluations and ongoing therapy.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LMHC and LPC credentials and is based in Pennsylvania with training that includes a master’s degree from the University of Central Florida.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography notes he has offered telehealth services for over five years. Confirm current session options before booking to be sure they match your needs.
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 with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.