Michael Henderson

Michael Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 16 years of experience in clinical social work and 25 years in behavioral health. His background includes work in inpatient hospital settings, community behavioral health centers, and outpatient therapy, which has helped him build a broad perspective on many mental health diagnoses and life challenges. Over time, he has developed a strong set of treatment strategies and community resources through hands-on work and professional networking.

He works with adults across the lifespan and welcomes clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. His care is trauma-informed and LGBTQIA affirming, with an emphasis on building a supportive, respectful therapeutic relationship.

Michael draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques, integrating concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. He supports clients facing concerns such as trauma, depression, anxiety, stress management, career-related challenges, substance use, men’s issues, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and stress connected to medical diagnoses.

In sessions, he focuses on understanding each client’s background during intake, clarifying goals for therapy, and identifying barriers that may be getting in the way of health, safety, and happiness. His communication style may begin gently, and becomes more direct as rapport strengthens and goals become clearer. Michael views progress as collaborative - the client sets the direction, and he helps map practical steps toward meaningful change.