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I am a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia with 12 years of professional work experience. I have worked with men, women, and couples to help them find hope, healing, and make important life changes. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, thought disorders, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, relationship problems, trauma, and depression. I am certified in utilizing multiple therapy approaches to help you meet your goals. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Sex addiction
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Michael James. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Michael James has made a huge impact on my life.
Written on Oct 20, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Michael is very in touch with my needs and concerns . He is always listening for what emotional pain points are and how to be proactive in addressing them. I would recommend him to anyone who wants grow in their emotional wellbeing.
Written on Oct 12, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
He helped me through a really tough time. He was there for me when I really needed him!
Written on Sep 20, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Michael is friendly, and helpful
Written on Jul 26, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Compassionate and wise
Written on Jun 09, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 7 months on issues concerning adhd
Michael has helped me a great deal since I started working with him. He often provides me with new ideas and strategies I can use to become the man I want to be. I feel very lucky to have connected with him through better help and trust him with private and personal details that I don’t always feel comfortable sharing with friends and family.
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning bipolar disorder
Great experience, super helpful
Written on May 09, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 8 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
My therapist, I can tell that he tries to understand me and he makes recommendations and helps me set goals that actually seem achievable. I feel a lot better with my situation now that I'm working with him.
Written on May 07, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He has an incredible balance of compassion and truthful encouragement. I've learned a lot about my patterns from things he's shared, that have helped me reconsider decisions and make healthier ones. The fact that he's also a Christian adds a level of depth that I absolutely needed. He's also really good at probing further, not many things can go unnoticed with him.
✔️ trauma ✔️ attachments ✔️ female specific struggles ✔️ living for the Lord ✔️ biblical truth ✔️ empathy ✔️ boundaries ✔️ loving who you are ✔️ comfort ✔️ challenge
Written on Apr 25, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
About six months ago I was going through some of the hardest times of my life. I had broken up with my fiancée, worked a terrible job, and had very low self esteem. I came to Michael after I had tried to get off medication etc and was generally at the bottom of where I could be.
Since seeing him and working through my issues, I’ve gotten back together with my fiancée, gotten a much more fulfilling job, and am back on my medication. While Michael didn’t do all of this for me, he put me into a position where I was confident enough to make hard decisions and used his guidance to make the right choices to get me here.
Have no question, without Michael as my therapist I don’t think I’d have made it here. He is a calming presence and has a gentle way about him and the way he approaches difficult problems. If you need a helping hand you’re looking in the right place.
Written on Mar 14, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Michael is super great and I wouldn't hesitate sending a recommendation!
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Michael is super helpful and I have achieved sobriety with his help.
Written on Feb 02, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem
Great therapist who understands me.
Written on Jan 30, 2024 after therapy with Michael for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Has been very positive helping to keep life moving forward in a positive direction
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd
Michael is a great therapist. He is able to provide helpful perspective into the areas that I bring to him where I need help, but also, identify based on his growing knowledge of me, other areas that I may need to work on.
Written on Nov 22, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I’ve worked with multiple therapists and Michael has been able to help me get through my issues and find meaningful solutions. He’s open minded, insightful and compassionate. I very much appreciate all of the support he’s given me.
Written on Oct 04, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Michael James is a very effective therapist for me. He has an insightful discerning ability that is beyond other therapists, counselors or life coaches that I have encountered in the past . I would 100 % recommend his services to anyone.
Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I’m a slow mover and he is not trying to rush me. So far so good!
Written on Sep 23, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Michael has shown empathy and care in his counselling. Was good to speak with him.
Written on Aug 21, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 months
Michael was a fantastic therapist who really helped push me. At times I found things challenging but I allowed him to challenge me and over time I began to see he was right and as my view on my own life changed I was able to appreciate things more. For the first time in years I feel unencumbered and genuinely joyful. So grateful for him and betterhelp.
Written on Aug 10, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 months on issues concerning adhd
Michael is awesome. He's helped me so much.
Written on Aug 09, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Michael keeps it real with you. No judgement zone, Sessions were like talking to a big brother.
I appreciate your Michael. Thanks.
Written on Aug 05, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Michael is friendly and a good listener.
Written on Jul 26, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks
Michael is easy to talk to, extremely supportive, and very knowledgeable. In a couple of sessions he is able to pinpoint exactly what I need. I look forward to continuing to work with him, and hopefully finally chip away at the unhelpful core beliefs I have that are keeping me from living my best life.
Written on Jul 11, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Excellent mentor and counselor
Written on Jul 08, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and coaching
Michael, is relatable and easy to talk to with experience and insight. He is flexible with my schedule & consistently gives feedback and ideas to improve things I’m dealing with. After talking with multiple therapists and wondering if it was actually helpful upon talking with Michael the benefit became clear. I Highly recommend
Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coaching, and adhd
Mike James has worked with me extremely well and comfortably. There has been a couple of issues that we have had lovely discussion on that I came to see the value of his input. Grateful for the association
Rich
Written on Jun 08, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
He listens well and asks good questions to get to the root of the problems. He is very easy to work with and never rushes or forces you to respond. I would highly recommend.
Written on May 22, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Michael is easy to talk to, listens carefully, and has been a great help in getting me through one of my highest anxiety points in my life.
Written on May 21, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Michael is great
Written on Apr 14, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 months
The sessions with my therapist helped a lot me gain an understanding of my problems by giving to me the necessary tools to transform the negative thoughts in positive one.
Written on Apr 11, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
Michael has been a very understanding and objective therapist. He has also been very accommodating with schedules considering the time difference between the US and the Philippines. ;)
Written on Mar 31, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Michael is an exceptional therapist who truly listens and creates a safe and non-judgmental space for his clients to express themselves. He has a remarkable ability to make his clients feel seen and heard, while providing insightful and thoughtful feedback. Michael's kindness and compassion shine through in every interaction, making him a true asset to the field of therapy. He is able to connect with his clients on a deep level, and his commitment to helping them achieve their goals is truly inspiring. Anyone who has the privilege of working with Michael can rest assured that they are in excellent hands
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Really good therapist helped me out a lot
Written on Mar 05, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Michael is an excellent listener who takes great interest in hearing your story and helping you to improve your story moving forward. I'm grateful to BetterHelp for helping me find him. A+++
Written on Mar 04, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Awesome therapist! Helped me put alot. Highly recommended!!
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Absolutely trust his expertise and have seen progress in my life.
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Michael James is an awesome person to work with. Hand down the best Therapist in the world !!!!
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
Micheal is a good listener and has great tools to help you discover and understand what you are dealing with. He also makes you feel safe to open up and speak your mind. He makes me feel like he is on my side cheering me on and encourages me to keep pushing towards what I want to accomplish. It was a great first experience in therapy.
Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Great listener, great suggestions, Good about laying out a plan of action and focusing on incremental improvements.
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem
Very good listener and we really think he is helping!
Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
Michael has been very intuitive, listens to me carefully, and retains many essential details in my life story. I feel seen and heard by him, and we are making progress each time we have a session. Highly recommend!
Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I found Michael James to be compassionate and caring. He listened to my concerns and helped me focus on the issues I was dealing with. He also shared tools with me that I can utilize in dealing with my mental health issues. I appreciated that he checked in with me between sessions to see how I was doing. I highly recommend him to others.
Written on Jan 11, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Michael has been doing his best to help me with my panic attacks
Written on Jan 07, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Great listener!
Written on Jan 07, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
He makes me feel that my way of thinking is not a weird or "crazy" but more or less just misunderstood by others and family and it's great to just have someone I can just talk to and not get judged so hard idk where I'd be without my new friend in life
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Michael was very patient, understanding and helpful as he aided me through dealing with my high anxiety. I would recommend him to anyone struggling with fear, anxiety, depression and intrusive thoughts!
Written on Dec 23, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Michael has helped me immensely over the last few months. He listens and I feel that he tailors his practice to the individual. would highly recommend him!
Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Sincere, helpful, competent, safe and friendly
Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
It's been great for me so far.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and adhd
Mr. James is astute and extremely helpful. He is easy to talk with, and no time was wasted on formalities until we addressed my issues.
He is knowledgeable and offers helpful mechanisms and tools to assist in issues.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions
Mr. James is very knowledgeable and considerate of my concerns.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks
Enjoyed my experience so far. Definitely feel heard and am learning a lot and benefitting from our sessions.
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and adhd
Understanding fellow great person to talk to. Helpful with issues.
Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and adhd
Michael has been an amazing blessing in my life already. We’ve had three sessions so far, and I’m looking forward to working with him to help more.
I am able to bring my faith into each conversation with Michael, and he is quite obviously a wise Christian man.
Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I am only a few sessions in but he has been amazing. He is respectful, insightful, and well-mannered. I feel listened too every session. I feel understood. I don't feel judged. I am very happy and thanful to have him as my therapist.
Written on Oct 29, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very good
Written on Oct 10, 2022 after therapy with Michael for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coaching
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