- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- Attachment issues
About Michael
Michael Gracely is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with nine years of clinical experience. He lists stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting, and self-esteem among his main focuses. Sessions are conducted in English and he works from a background that includes work with caregivers and people facing panic and social anxiety and phobia.
Michael has spent nearly a decade offering individual and family-focused care. He has experience helping people who feel isolated, who struggle with communication problems, and who face relationship or parenting strain. He also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, impulsivity, and mood challenges.
In sessions he uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people notice patterns, practice new skills, and try small changes. Conversations are practical and aim to break problems into manageable steps. Michael adjusts how he works so the sessions fit what each person needs and the goals they bring.
He draws on experience with attachment concerns and caregiver stress to address how relationships shape behavior and feelings. For people dealing with panic attacks or social anxiety and phobia, he focuses on building tolerance for difficult moments and improving everyday coping. He also helps with divorce and separation issues, forgiveness, and control struggles.
Outside of work he is a father of four and spends free time running and being outdoors. To begin, prospective clients are asked to use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
People meet Michael using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and gradual exposure to feared situations. One approach helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test them in real life, which can reduce anxiety symptoms and improve confidence in social situations. Another approach emphasizes step-by-step practice of feared activities and breathing or grounding exercises to manage panic and intense anxiety in the moment.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Michael will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, current concerns, and what they feel ready to try. The plan can shift as progress is made or new priorities appear.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time, and keep check-ins brief when needed. It also lets people practice skills in their usual settings and return to sessions to review what did or did not work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting, and self-esteem along with related issues like panic, isolation, and communication problems.
What is his therapy approach and style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical conversations, skill building, and small changes that fit a person's goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Michael has nine years of professional experience as a counselor in clinical settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania and practices in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.