Michael Henderson, LCSW

Michael Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 16 years as a clinician and a long career in behavioral health. He focuses on helping adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, relationship problems, and low self-esteem. He brings a calm, direct style that grows clearer as trust develops in sessions.

He has worked in inpatient hospitals, community behavioral health centers, and outpatient settings. That mix gave him hands-on experience with many diagnoses and practical community resources. He draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to match what each person needs.

In early meetings he learns a person’s background and what they hope to change. From there he and the client set clear, achievable goals and identify barriers getting in the way. Sessions focus on practical steps rather than lengthy theory, with the client guiding priorities.

He describes his way of working as trauma-informed and LGBTQIA affirming. His communication starts subtle and becomes more direct as a therapeutic relationship develops and goals are clarified. Michael aims to help people notice patterns, try different coping skills, and make decisions that fit their life.

Many clients bring concerns linked to medical issues, caregiving, chronic pain, or life transitions. He uses his network of community resources when helpful and stays focused on what will help each person move toward clearer thinking and better daily functioning.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy

Michael draws from a few well-known, evidence-based techniques and explains them in everyday terms. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness-based strategies teach simple attention skills to reduce reactivity and manage difficult feelings, which can help with chronic pain, caregiver stress, and mood symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals, life circumstances, and what they prefer. Together they try strategies, check what helps, and adjust the plan as needed so therapy stays practical and relevant.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, medical appointments, or caregiving duties, and it can reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or switching between camera and audio-only to match comfort and bandwidth. Licensed professionals can often adapt exercises and homework for remote work so progress continues between sessions.