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Dr. Michael Rocco, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 9 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Dr. Rocco is a fantastic therapist. We've been working together 3-4 months. I find our sessions helpful and productive. He's got a good balance of suggesting ideas and also holding you accountable for commitments and behaviors. He has good humor and is easy to talk to.

Reviewed April 2024

Dr. Rocco is very knowledgeable and respectful!

Reviewed February 2024

More about Michael

  • 22 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been doing psychotherapy since 1999. I have worked with both individuals and couples, from a NICU setting to hospice:across the life span.

My style is warm and interactive, using a variety of methods, whatever it takes to help you achieve your goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is probably the best description of my theoretical orientation. Starting therapy is not an easy task, and my goal is to help you weather the storm, and get you to where you want to be.

Take a deep breath, give me a call, and let’s get to work!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Depression Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Michael Rocco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801994850.

  • LCSW · California · 19477 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Dr. Michael Rocco

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

9 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Great Listens Anxiety Easy Fantastic Grateful Guidance Helped Helping

Dr. Rocco is a fantastic therapist. We've been working together 3-4 months. I find our sessions helpful and productive. He's got a good balance of suggesting ideas and also holding you accountable for commitments and behaviors. He has good humor and is easy to talk to.

Reviewed April 2024

Dr. Rocco is very knowledgeable and respectful!

Reviewed February 2024

Dr. Rocco is very warm and compassionate. His system of counseling is helpful for me and he validates my feelings and offers helpful guidance on how to solve my life situations

Reviewed May 2022

Great Therapist. Has really been helping me a lot.

Reviewed September 2023

Dr. Rocco has been a great addition to my life. He helps keep me centered, and shows me different ways to look at what’s troubling me. He makes sure that we cover everything that I want to talk about. He asks me questions that gets me thinking about things in a different way. I am very grateful to BetterHelp and to Dr. Rocco.

Reviewed December 2022

This is my first therapy experience that I have done online. I am very pleased with the results that I am getting with Dr. Rocco. He asks me the right questions to get me thinking about the root of my problems, I would highly recommend him as a therapist with BetterHelp.

Reviewed August 2022

Dr. Rocco is kind, gentle and understanding. He has guided me toward becoming the person I want to be. Time with him passes quickly and while I have shed tears and expressed frustrations, I have truly enjoyed my time talking to Dr. Rocco. It's been very helpful and a successful journey with his help.

Reviewed May 2022

Dr Rocco is very kind and comforting and listens. I also talk a lot but it probably goes at the pace each individual needs, so in my case just listens. He’s already given me a couple of tools I’ve been using to help through some anxiety attacks and helped me understand why I might be having them.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr. Rocco is helpful and respectful of boundaries. He is respectful of my pace and progress. Couldn’t ask for a better therapist.

Reviewed December 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Michael Rocco offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Michael Rocco works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Michael Rocco speak?

Dr. Michael Rocco speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Michael Rocco have?

Dr. Michael Rocco has 22 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Michael Rocco licensed to practice?

Dr. Michael Rocco is licensed to practice in California.

Does Dr. Michael Rocco accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Michael Rocco does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Michael Rocco offer?

Dr. Michael Rocco offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Michael Rocco?

Dr. Michael Rocco can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Michael Rocco?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.