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- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Trauma-informed work
About Michael
Michael Dykes is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Georgia with 20 years of practice. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also helps people facing relationship strain, parenting concerns, grief, sleep and eating issues, and struggles with self-esteem and anger.
He uses straightforward conversation to help people clarify what is causing pressure at home. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and practical steps a person can try between meetings. Michael respects each person’s perspective and treats them as the expert on their own life.
Over two decades he has built experience across a wide range of concerns, including ADHD, bipolar mood challenges, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses issues tied to abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency and communication problems. These areas are woven into how he listens and plans treatment.
His work draws on multiple approaches. He blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practices. When trauma is central, he brings trauma-focused methods into sessions and attends to longer-standing patterns with psychodynamic ideas.
People can expect clear, practical conversation and a focus on small, doable changes. The aim is to reduce stress at home and improve daily functioning. To begin, he asks people to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. It helps clarify priorities, build on existing strengths, and decide practical next steps for life at home.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It uses clear exercises and small experiments to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness therapy adds brief attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and focus.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust plans based on what works. Expect the process to include regular check-ins and simple practice tasks between sessions.
The profile does not list session formats, so confirm which options are currently offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and let people work without travel time. Many find that the flexibility of remote work helps keep therapy consistent alongside parenting and work commitments.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, grief, and related issues such as sleep and eating problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered approach that combines practical cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, and trauma-focused methods when needed.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of professional experience supporting adults with a wide range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Georgia.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not listed on the profile; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a 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.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.