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Dr. Michael Bryan

Dr. Michael Bryan

LCPC, LPC · Arizona

Practical, value-focused counseling with experience

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  • 25 years experience
  • Doctorate in counseling
  • Adoption and foster care

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 offers a respectful, compassionate approach. He sets a calm tone and aims to make conversations direct and helpful.

He uses practical methods to address depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, and parenting challenges. He also has experience with ADHD and substance-related issues. Adoption and foster care are additional areas he has worked with, and he can talk through related stresses and decisions.

Sessions tend to be warm and interactive, with a conservative and Christian perspective when relevant to the person. Dr. Bryan listens, reflects back what he hears, and helps people identify steps they can try between meetings. He adapts the pace and structure to match each person's needs.

His methods draw on cognitive behavioral ideas, solution-focused strategies, and acceptance-oriented practices. That mix helps with patterns of thinking, short-term goals, and staying connected to personal values. He also uses mindfulness to help with stress and emotional regulation.

People looking for practical problem-solving and value-driven work may find this approach helpful. He encourages clear goals and regular check-ins to measure progress. To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and reconnect with what matters to them. It supports work on values and action steps useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing thinking patterns and behaviors that keep problems going, which can help with anxiety, mood, and some addictive behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and building a trusting collaborative relationship so clients can explore concerns at their own pace.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on what feels useful. Sessions are collaborative and the plan evolves as progress is made.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fewer travel demands so sessions can fit into busy days. Online work can make it simpler to maintain continuity during life changes and to check in more often when needed. Confirm the current session options before booking to learn which formats are offered and to choose what fits your routine.

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

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dr. Bryan address?

He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family problems, ADHD, and career or life purpose concerns.

What is his general therapy style?

His style is warm, interactive, and conservative with a Christian perspective when it matters to the client. He focuses on respectful listening and practical steps.

How long has he been practicing?

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

Where is Dr. Bryan licensed and based?

He is licensed as an LCPC in Nevada and an LPC in Arizona, and his practice is located in Arizona.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions billed or priced?

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

How do I start therapy with him?

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

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