Dr. Michael Hayes, LPC - Therapist in Tennessee

About Michael

Dr. Michael Hayes helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family conflicts, grief, and life changes. He presents a calm, direct style aimed at making it easier to talk about hard things.

He keeps sessions straightforward so parents can focus on practical next steps. He is licensed as an LPC and brings 21 years of clinical practice to the work. In sessions he builds an open space where thoughts and feelings can be said without judgment.

Background and approach

He uses clear conversation and collaborative problem solving to help people manage strong emotions. He also applies tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different thinking patterns. Dr.

Hayes has training in the Gottman Method, which offers concrete ways to address relationship patterns and improve communication. He pairs that with client-centered listening to keep the person’s goals front and center. Over two decades of practice inform his flexible approach to common family and parenting stresses.

He often focuses on real-life problems such as caregiver stress, workplace strain, divorce and separation, and isolation. He also addresses issues like guilt, shame, control struggles, and questions about life purpose. The work tends to include practical skills, clearer communication strategies, and steps to reduce daily pressure.

Sessions are offered in English and can include different online formats. International clients may be supported. Dr.

Hayes aims to help people find manageable changes that fit their lives.

Approach and Online Options for Family and Relationship Concerns

Dr. Hayes uses client-centered therapy to create space for people to speak freely and set their own goals. This approach focuses on listening, understanding, and following what matters most to the person seeking help.

He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and teaches practical skills to change reactions and reduce anxiety or stress.

He has Gottman Method training to address communication and recurring patterns that affect relationships. That method provides specific exercises to improve listening, reduce criticism, and rebuild trust where it has frayed.

Choosing the best approach is a team effort. He will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options give flexibility for busy schedules and for people who live far from Tennessee. The range of formats makes it easier to fit therapy into daily life while still working on practical skills, better communication, and coping strategies.

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.

Gottman Method

A research-based framework for couples, focused on how partners argue, repair, and stay connected. Practical and structured, with exercises to try between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on body image, caregiver stress, workplace problems, and isolation.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He combines client-centered listening with practical techniques. Expect clear conversation, collaborative problem solving, and skill-building exercises.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 21 years of professional experience working with people on stress, relationships, grief, and related issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC, Tennessee license TN LPC 2573, and practices from Tennessee.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are sessions charged and what is the payment model?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 21 years
Licensed: Tennessee
Languages: English

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