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Prof. Michael Davis

Prof. Michael Davis, LPC

LPC in New Jersey focused on practical therapy

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Profile details for Prof. Michael Davis
CredentialsLPC
LicenseLPC, New Jersey / 37PC00245300
NPI1205543964
Experience41 years in practice
LanguagesEnglish
LocationNew Jersey

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  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Existential Therapy

About Michael

Prof. Michael Davis, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor in New Jersey with 41 years of clinical and teaching experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and trauma-related problems using the clinical approaches he names: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Existential Therapy. He describes his practice as focused and practical, with brief therapy techniques intended to avoid wasting time or money.

Michael Davis has combined decades of classroom teaching and clinical work. He began teaching psychology in his mid-20s and moved into clinical counseling at age 30. His background also includes legal training and time directing behavioral health and substance abuse programs. That mix informs how he talks about problems and the solutions he proposes.

He has worked with people affected by anger issues and sexual offending in program settings and has run anger management and related services. He also lists a wide range of concerns he addresses, from obsessive-compulsive presentations and personality disorder features to seasonal affective disorder and sexual dysfunction.

In session he emphasizes clear, goal-oriented work. He notes a long history with rational-emotive and existential ideas, and favors interventions that produce clarity and measurable progress. Sessions are intended to be efficient and focused on next steps.

Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not accepted. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and follow the practice's sign-up steps to schedule a first appointment.

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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping the person lead the conversation. It helps when someone needs support to make personal choices and to be heard without direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and uses exercises to change unhelpful habits. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress because it targets specific thoughts and actions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist discusses goals and preferences with each person and chooses methods collaboratively. He aims to match approach and technique to the issue at hand and to adjust as progress is made.

Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. They can also allow shorter check-ins when that fits a work break and work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter setting is available. Ask about practical arrangements when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions fit into everyday life.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

LGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityInfidelityJealousyMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunction

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential Therapy

Experience

41+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and a broad list of related concerns such as OCD, personality disorders, and sexual dysfunction.

What is his general therapeutic style?

He uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Existential Therapy and emphasizes brief, goal-focused work that aims for practical clarity.

How long has he practiced?

He has 41 years of experience combining teaching and clinical counseling.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and practices from that state.

Does he offer sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

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

What are the first steps to begin?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.

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