Therapist profile
Dr. Michael Bryan, LCPC, LPC
Dr. Michael Bryan LCPC LPC - Family and parenting concerns
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- CBT methods
- Solution-focused work
- Client-centered listening
About Michael
Dr. Michael Bryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Arizona with 25 years of experience. He holds a doctorate of education in counseling psychology and works with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, addictions, grief, relationship and parenting issues, and ADHD.
His background includes work with adoption and foster care matters and long-term support for people facing career challenges and life transitions. He uses practical, talk-based techniques drawn from cognitive-behavioral methods, solution-focused work, and client-centered listening. Sessions are described as interactive and grounded in clear, structured steps rather than abstract theory.
People meet him for help managing stress, coping with loss, sorting problems around intimacy and family tensions, and addressing sleeping or eating difficulties. He also addresses anger, self-esteem, and questions about life purpose and fatherhood. He lists work with addictions and bipolar-related concerns among his practice areas.
His overall style is steady and conservative, and he notes a Christian perspective influences his approach. He aims to be respectful and sensitive when talking through concerns, and to adapt discussions and plans to fit what each person brings to sessions.
Those considering therapy with him are encouraged to review session options before booking. The initial step is a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session to see how his methods fit the issue at hand.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and taking small action steps toward them while learning to live with uncomfortable thoughts or feelings. It can help with anxiety, depression, and making decisions that align with what matters most.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and uses practical exercises to change patterns that contribute to distress. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, sleep problems, and some addiction-related behaviors.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes setting clear, short-term goals and using small, concrete changes to build momentum. This approach can be useful when someone wants focused help solving a specific problem like parenting challenges or communication issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy home or work schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce the need to travel. These practical benefits often help people maintain consistency while they address stress, relationships, parenting, or addiction concerns.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Arizona, Nevada
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family and parenting concerns does he address?
He lists parenting issues, fatherhood concerns, family problems, divorce and separation, and adoption and foster care among his focus areas.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach or style?
He uses cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused methods, and client-centered listening in an interactive, conservative, and faith-informed style.
How much experience does he have working with these issues?
He has 25 years of experience and a doctorate of education in counseling psychology, with a history of treating a wide range of concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds NV LCPC and AZ LPC credentials and is based in Arizona.
Does he offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What are his session formats and how are they arranged?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How does his pricing and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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