- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Social anxiety focus
About Michael
Michael MacKinnon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 10 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also lists social anxiety and phobia among his focus areas. He speaks English and accepts international clients.
Michael uses practical, evidence-based techniques to help people clarify goals and make steady progress. Sessions focus on clear steps people can try between meetings. He helps people talk through relationship strain, workplace stress, and difficulties that come from past trauma or loss.
When addiction or mood concerns are present, he focuses on what is happening now and what changes can reduce harm and improve day-to-day functioning. For social anxiety and phobia he works to identify situations that feel most difficult and to build small, manageable challenges. He also addresses guilt, shame, and isolation that can keep people stuck.
Michael helps people who want to improve communication, regain control over habits, or find more purpose in life. He supports work on adoption or foster care related stresses and on issues like forgiveness and self-regard. His approach emphasizes concrete skills, clear planning, and straightforward conversation.
People who choose him can expect direct feedback and practical exercises. He invites clients to set goals and to review progress regularly. To begin, follow the site flow to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills practice and stepwise change. For example, cognitive-behavioral style work helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety symptoms and improve mood. It is useful for social anxiety, phobias, and mood concerns.Another common approach emphasizes skills for managing cravings and high-risk situations when addiction is present. This involves planning for triggers, rehearsing alternative responses, and building routines that support recovery and day-to-day functioning.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with each person to decide what methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. Adjustments are made as progress is reviewed so the approach stays practical and relevant.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, shorten travel time, or offer shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists who work online are able to use the same evidence-based exercises and planning tools as in-person work, while focusing on what fits each client's real life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family issues, trauma and abuse, and depression. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among his focus areas.
How does he work in sessions?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on clear steps people can use between sessions. Conversations are oriented toward problem solving and skills practice.
How much experience does he have?
He has 10 years of experience as a professional counselor. That experience spans addiction, mood concerns, and trauma-related work.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - based in Georgia.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment or 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.