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Michael Powers, LPC

  • Experience41 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, and Anger
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Michael

Michael Powers is a licensed professional counselor practicing in Michigan with 41 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, addictions, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and ADHD.

Background and approach

He also addresses relational and emotional themes like abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, impulsivity, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress. His style emphasizes collaboration and practical skill building, combining evidence-based strategies with attention to inner emotional parts and life story.

Michael integrates Internal Family Systems with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to help clients identify patterns, practice new responses, and strengthen coping skills. Trauma-focused interventions are used when past events continue to affect daily functioning.

Clients can expect a respectful, steady presence aimed at clarifying goals and developing tangible tools for change. Michael’s long experience informs an adaptable approach that honors individual values while focusing on communication, emotional regulation, and gradual personal growth.

Using Evidence-Based Methods in Online Therapy

Michael draws from Internal Family Systems and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online work. Internal Family Systems involves noticing and dialoguing with different inner parts to reduce internal conflict and increase self-leadership, which can be helpful for those struggling with shame, guilt, or conflicted feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and practicing alternative responses, a practical method for addressing anxiety, depression, panic, and patterns that maintain emotional distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; the therapist works collaboratively with each person to clarify goals and determine which combination of methods best fits their needs and preferences. Over time strategies may be adjusted based on progress and what feels most useful to the client.

Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and for maintaining continuity of care across busy lives. These options allow licensed professionals to provide consistent guidance, teach coping skills, and support ongoing work without requiring in-person visits, making it easier to access therapy from home or other convenient locations.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Michael supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, family issues, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, self esteem problems, coping with life changes, and ADHD, along with related areas like panic attacks and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach and style?
He combines a collaborative, skills-oriented style with exploration of internal emotional parts; sessions typically blend practical coping strategies with deeper work to understand underlying patterns.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He is a licensed professional counselor with 41 years of clinical experience working across many mood, trauma-related, and behavioral concerns.
Where is he licensed and what credential does he hold?
He holds the LPC credential in Michigan, licence number MI LPC 6401002664, and practices in that state.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as options for remote sessions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

41+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English