Prof. Michael Feldler , LMHC

Prof. Michael Feldler is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a long career helping children, adults, and families across diverse clinical settings. With 38 years of experience, he brings deep familiarity with individual, family, group, trauma, and addiction work, and he has particular experience addressing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and a wide range of other clinical issues.

In addition to direct practice, Prof. Feldler has spent 14 years as an instructor and supervisor in a college-based mental health training clinic, mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. His clinical skill set draws from a range of evidence-informed modalities, including psychodynamic work, client-centered approaches, rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), inter-relational and motivational techniques, and family therapy methods. He is also a trained group therapist experienced in leading groups for people with trauma, addiction, and those identified as sex offenders.

Prof. Feldler emphasizes careful listening, attention to motivation as a driver of healing, and collaborative exploration of both surface concerns and deeper patterns that influence functioning. His approach aims to support personal growth, reduce isolation, and address the underlying factors that keep people from becoming the persons they want to be.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Prof. Michael Feldler uses a range of approaches that translate well to online formats. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts or feelings, and commit to meaningful action - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in close relationships formed early in life and how those patterns affect current connections and intimacy - it can be helpful for relationship issues, attachment concerns, and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns - it is widely used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many daily coping challenges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Prof. Feldler works with each person to determine which methods fit best given their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts strategies over time as those needs change. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend techniques to tailor care to the individual.

Online therapy with Prof. Feldler is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These formats make it easier to maintain regular sessions around work, family, and other commitments while still engaging in focused therapeutic work.