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Dr. Michael Bryan

Dr. Michael Bryan, LCPC, LPC

Therapist · Arizona · 25+ years of experience

Practical, values-aware counseling for life changes

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  • Warm interactive style
  • Faith-informed approach
  • Practical goal focus

About Michael

Dr. Michael Bryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience. He holds a doctorate of education in counseling psychology and draws on that background to guide practical, experience-based sessions. He presents himself in a warm, interactive manner and integrates his personal values into a conservative, Christian-informed approach.

He helps people dealing with common pressures such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. He also works with concerns including addictions, ADHD, parenting challenges, relationship strain, and midlife crisis. Sessions focus on clear goals and realistic steps rather than vague talk.

In sessions he uses a mix of cognitive-behavioral ideas, solution-focused techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy tools. Conversations are tailored to each person so the plan fits their situation and goals. He describes his style as respectful, sensitive, and compassionate.

People who prefer a straightforward, faith-informed counselor often find his style a good fit. He also has experience with adoption and foster care topics, hoarding, money issues, and men's concerns. His work commonly addresses practical problems like sleep, eating, career decisions, and anger.

Over a long career he has developed a practical problem-solving focus that emphasizes skill building, clearer thinking, and step-by-step change. Prospective clients who want a direct, values-aware approach can use the site to begin the matching process.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAvoidant personalityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Arizona, Nevada

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, values-driven steps toward those goals. It can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, and life changes by teaching ways to act despite difficult thoughts or feelings.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing practical changes in behavior. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating problems, and coping with stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time so the work stays relevant and achievable.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as scheduling around work, reducing travel time, or using a shorter check-in when needed. Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current session options before booking. Licensed professionals can help tailor appointment length and structure to match daily routines and practical constraints.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, ADHD, relationship and parenting challenges, midlife crisis, and many related issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is warm and interactive with a conservative, Christian-informed tone. He emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate dialogue.

What is his professional background?

He has 25 years of clinical experience and holds a doctorate of education in counseling psychology.

Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?

He practices in Arizona and holds LCPC and LPC credentials listed as NV LCPC and AZ LPC.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted for sessions?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps should I take to begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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