At a glance
- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Mississippi / 2272
- NPI
- 1871136267
- Experience
- 16 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Mississippi
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational approach
- Skills focused
- Nonjudgmental stance
About Michael
Dr. Michael Gordon helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, and depression. He also supports people dealing with relationship strain, grief, trauma and abuse, and concerns about intimacy and self-esteem. He works with issues related to parenting, anger, and LGBT matters, and addresses practical problems like communication, control, and isolation.
Dr. Gordon is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an MS and 16 years of experience in clinical work. He uses Motivational Interviewing along with cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches to guide change. His style is energetic and interactive, and he aims to meet people without judgment.
In sessions he focuses on what the person wants to change and how to get there step by step. He draws on solution-focused strategies to identify small, usable steps. He also uses mindfulness and skills-based work to manage strong emotions and anxiety.
People can expect a collaborative approach that balances practical exercises with talking through difficult moments. He pays attention to stages of change and motivation, helping people try new behaviors at a realistic pace. Many clients work on coping for panic, social anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms.
Dr. Gordon’s background includes years working with substance use and serious mental health concerns alongside mood and personality disorders. He aims to help people make real changes and discover new ways of handling life’s problems.
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How chosen approaches translate to online work
Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons for change. In simple terms, the therapist listens for where someone is ready to change and uses questions to strengthen their motivation. This approach can help with addiction, ambivalence about relationships, and other areas where a person feels stuck.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and experiments to test unhelpful thinking and build different habits. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and social anxiety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, brings in skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. These skills are useful when anger, interpersonal conflict, or trauma responses get in the way of daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. Sessions often mix methods so the plan can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins on high-stress days, and reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist about what will best fit your routine and goals. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemAdditional focus areas
Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaTherapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyExperience
16+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Gordon address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and related issues such as grief, intimacy concerns, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses an energetic, interactive, and non-judgmental approach that focuses on practical steps and collaboration.
What is his clinical background?
He has 16 years of experience working with substance use, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and trauma.
What credentials and location are listed for him?
He is an MS Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific session formats are not specified in the profile.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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