- Guilt and shame
- Men's issues
- Behavioral skills
About Michael
Michael Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with five years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and depression. He also focuses on communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, men’s issues, money and financial concerns, and mood disorders.
He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Conversations often start with the most pressing issue. He helps people name what they are feeling and where it shows up in daily life. He also works on specific skills to manage strong emotions and improve interactions with others.
Michael’s approach is collaborative. He listens to what the person says matters most and offers tools to test between sessions. That might include exercises to practice new ways of talking, short behavior changes, or steps to address financial stress and control issues. He explains options plainly and checks what is working.
He pays attention to how guilt and shame affect decisions and relationships. He helps people separate actions from identity and consider forgiveness when it matters to them. He does not promise outcomes, but he will work with each person to set realistic goals and measure small changes.
Sessions are grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focused problem-solving. Michael aims for clear next steps after each meeting so progress can be tracked. He conducts work in English and practices in Florida.
How evidence-based methods are used in online sessions
Michael describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Two common approaches he uses are behavioral skills training and problem-focused therapy. Behavioral skills training teaches small, repeatable actions to reduce anxiety and manage urges, which can help with addictions and mood swings. Problem-focused therapy breaks down a current problem into manageable steps and tests practical changes between sessions.He treats finding the right approach as a team effort. The therapist and client review goals and try techniques to see what helps most. Adjustments are made as progress and preferences become clearer, and the plan can shift over time based on results and feedback.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also allow for sessions that match your comfort with video, audio, or shorter meetings depending on what the therapist offers. Licensed professionals generally adapt pacing and tools to match what the client needs and what works in an online setting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, communication problems, control issues, money concerns, and life purpose.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He looks at how guilt or shame shows up in thoughts and behaviors and helps separate actions from identity. Sessions include practical steps to test new reactions and rebuild confidence.
What is his background and experience?
He has five years of clinical experience as an LCSW working with adults on mood, behavior, and relationship concerns. He describes his work as collaborative and skills-focused.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices there.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your situation.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.