- Stress management
- Social anxiety support
- Trauma and PTSD
About Michael
Michael Strazi is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi with 23 years of professional experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. He also addresses issues such as communication problems, substance misuse, family of origin concerns, workplace stress, panic, phobias, and veteran-related matters.
Michael approaches sessions as a practical collaboration. He treats the person in front of him as the expert on their life and looks for strengths to build on. Conversations focus on specific problems and on small, doable steps that can reduce worry and improve daily routines. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented rather than long talks without direction.
In the room he helps people name what is happening and try out new ways of responding. For social anxiety and phobia, this can mean practicing short exposures or skills for speaking up and managing physical symptoms. For relationship or workplace stress he helps people clarify what they want and plan concrete communication moves.
Michael’s work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood and trauma-related issues. He uses tools that are practical and measurable so progress can be noticed in everyday life. He asks about what is working and what is not, then adjusts the approach as needed.
People who choose him should expect clear goals, regular check-ins on progress, and collaborative planning. To begin, follow the online matching steps and schedule an initial session to talk about immediate concerns and next steps.
How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, mood, and trauma-related concerns. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. These techniques help with social anxiety, panic symptoms, and low mood by teaching practical skills and tracking changes over time.Behavioral strategies such as gradual exposure involve breaking feared situations into small steps and practicing them in manageable ways. This can reduce avoidance and build confidence for social situations, public speaking, or specific phobias. For trauma-related symptoms, structured approaches emphasize stabilizing symptoms, learning grounding skills, and then working toward processing distressing memories when appropriate.
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review needs, goals, and preferences and suggest what to try first. Sessions are collaborative and adjusted based on what helps the client make progress.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it possible to continue work during busy weeks. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to an online setting so skills are practiced between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focuses include phobias, panic, workplace problems, and substance misuse.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and collaborative with clear goals. He focuses on strengths and small, measurable steps to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of professional experience working with a range of mood, trauma, and anxiety concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an MS LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a session with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.