- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship help
- Social anxiety
About Michael
Michael Fillipon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of professional experience. He practices in California and helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.
He focuses on practical conversation and steady support. Sessions are straightforward and aim to create clarity about what feels most difficult. Michael listens for patterns that make day-to-day life harder, such as communication breakdowns or growing isolation.
Michael uses techniques that are evidence-based and aimed at changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He works with clients to try small changes between sessions and to track what helps. Clients can expect clear suggestions and grounded, step-by-step planning rather than vague theory.
He pays attention to issues that often go overlooked, including men's issues, problems saying what you need, and social anxiety and phobia. Those topics are treated as practical challenges to be noticed and addressed in conversation and in real situations.
Michael asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. He describes the initial steps simply, so starting doesn’t feel like navigating a maze. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and cost varies with location.
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing thoughts and behaviors. One common approach targets unhelpful thinking patterns by identifying and testing them in everyday situations to reduce worry and avoidant behavior. Another approach focuses on behavioral practice - breaking down feared social tasks into small steps and rehearsing them so they become more manageable.Finding the best approach is part of the work. Michael collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. He adjusts plans as progress is seen and as needs change, so therapy is a shared process rather than a fixed prescription.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make sessions easier to fit around work or family time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use these practical advantages to help keep focused, track small changes between meetings, and practice skills in real life without requiring extra time to get to an office.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression, plus related topics like communication problems and social anxiety and phobia.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions focus on practical, evidence-based techniques to notice and change patterns in thoughts and behavior. Expect clear suggestions and step-by-step planning.
How much experience does he have?
Michael has 10 years of professional experience working with the concerns listed above.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW licensed in California and practices there.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.