Michael Friedman, LMHC - Therapist in Washington

About Michael

Michael Friedman is a licensed mental health counselor who offers a warm, conversational approach to therapy. He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He aims to help parents and individuals handle stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and common parenting struggles.

Michael uses plain language and a bit of humor to make talking about hard things easier. He draws on 13 years of experience as a WA LMHC - Washington Licensed Mental Health Counselor, license number 60746917.

Background and approach

He blends evidence-based tools with relational work. That can mean teaching specific skills from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, then pairing those skills with attention to attachment and emotional patterns. Sessions often focus on real problems: managing overwhelm, improving communication at home, coping with loss, or working through past hurts.

Michael can also address addiction, ADHD, anger, and career stress when those are part of a family or parenting picture. He keeps goals concrete and tracks progress together. He offers several online formats so families and parents can fit therapy into busy schedules.

Meetings take place in English and are available to people located in Washington. Michael emphasizes collaboration - he helps people find what works rather than insisting on one method. People who choose him can expect a practical, down-to-earth experience that balances skill teaching with emotional understanding.

The focus is on helping parents and families make small, manageable changes that improve daily life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care for families

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection between people. It looks at how past relationship experiences shape reactions today and helps parents and family members build safer, more predictable ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and for developing specific coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their needs and goals. He starts with what feels most pressing, then adapts techniques as progress is made so therapy stays useful and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy households. Video calls let faces and expressions guide conversation, phone sessions fit short breaks in the day, and live chat or text-based messaging can provide ongoing check-ins or support between meetings. These formats make it easier to keep regular contact and apply new skills in real life without extra travel.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What types of problems does he help with?

He works with a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, self esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, family problems, grief, and ADHD.

What is his therapy style like?

His approach is interactive and down-to-earth, combining skill-based work with attention to emotional and attachment patterns. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer perspectives.

How much experience does he have?

He has 13 years of clinical experience working in mental health settings and with issues across the lifespan.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a Washington Licensed Mental Health Counselor, WA LMHC 60746917, and provides services to people in Washington.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 13 years
Licensed: Washington
Languages: English

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