Michael has been on this part of my journey of life for two years. Michael is compassionate, empathetic and real. He brings knowledge and the wisdom to go with that knowledge. Michael is spiritual and shows respect for others spirituality.
Michael Anderson, LICSW
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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Minnesota
Recent reviews
Michael is a great therapist who helped heal our past trauma and helped us move forward with our lives.
More about Michael
- 6 years' experience
- Male
- LICSW
So, I’ve been around the block. Twenty-five years in blue collar/ heavy industry working as a millwright. Going through the process of understanding myself around issues of depression, anxiety, addiction, failed relationships, dissatisfaction with my place in life. Frustration with not living up to my potential, often not realizing my potential, and too often on the path of desperation.
The journey has taken me to my current situation. I am a Masters level Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a life time of experience in that process of becoming. Learning the tools of understanding and building a stronger foundation of personal growth! I am also a professional singer & photographer, part of my emerging creative potential.
I believe we all have a gift. As Picasso stated: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away”.
My passion is guiding others toward that same journey of continued self-discovery: working through the impasses, the resistance to personal growth.
I have many tools in my toolbox:
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
With a focus on mindfulness
• Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Working through programmed patterns of thoughts, feelings, beliefs & behaviors that develop into a recurring cycle.
• Anger Management
• Trauma-informed Therapy
Trauma-informed care shifts the focus from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”
• Somatic-focused Therapy.
Specialties
Mindfulness
• Spirituality
• Stress, Anxiety
• Self esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Sports & Performance
If this is a direction you want to go then I believe we can go on that journey together.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Body image
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Michael Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407599236.
- LICSW · Minnesota · 22391 · Expires March 2025
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 Michael Anderson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Michael has been on this part of my journey of life for two years. Michael is compassionate, empathetic and real. He brings knowledge and the wisdom to go with that knowledge. Michael is spiritual and shows respect for others spirituality.
Michael is a great therapist who helped heal our past trauma and helped us move forward with our lives.
He's very good and to the point. I am making rapid progress.
Michael is an extremely skilled therapist. He is incredibly mindful of each individual's process for recovery and gives generously of his time and resources. I am so thankful to have been paired with Michael on BetterHelp and look forward to continuing the healing process with him on my road to self actualization.
This has been a really helpful experience. The breath work is a good technique for delving into emotional layers and unpacking insights from that exploration.
He is very understanding and very caring and puts in the extra effort
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael Anderson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael Anderson 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 Michael Anderson speak?
Michael Anderson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael Anderson have?
Michael Anderson has 6 years of experience.
Where is Michael Anderson licensed to practice?
Michael Anderson is licensed to practice in Minnesota.
Does Michael Anderson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michael Anderson 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 Michael Anderson offer?
Michael Anderson offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Michael Anderson?
Michael Anderson 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 Michael Anderson?
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.