Michael Dubose, LCSW, LMSW

Michael Dubose is a licensed social worker in Michigan who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and parenting challenges. He speaks plainly and aims to make therapy feel doable for busy people. He uses practical tools to help clients regain routine and confidence.

He leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that can make daily life easier. He also draws on existential ideas to help people reflect on meaning and purpose, and solution-focused methods to set short-term goals and track progress.

Michael has nine years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Master Social Worker. He customizes conversation and plans to each person’s situation instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach. Sessions focus on clear steps you can try between meetings.

Clients can expect a respectful, straightforward style. Michael prioritizes empathy and practical problem solving. He encourages people to take small, manageable actions toward feeling better.

Therapy with him often includes setting concrete goals, practicing new coping skills, and checking what works. He supports people through life changes, relationship and family stress, caregiving burdens, and struggles with self-esteem and identity. He works in English and conducts sessions online through video, phone, chat, and messaging.

How therapy approaches work online

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in behavior to reduce anxiety and lift mood. It often involves concrete exercises and short experiments a person can try between sessions.

Existential Therapy helps people talk about meaning, values, and life purpose when they feel stuck or face big transitions. It invites reflection on what matters and how to live with greater clarity and commitment.

Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on specific goals and practical steps to move forward quickly. Sessions tend to emphasize strengths and what already works, building small improvements into daily life.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and then try methods that fit those needs. Adjustments happen over time based on what helps most.

Online sessions offer flexibility and fewer logistic barriers. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat lets people check in between meetings, and text-based messaging supports short updates or quick coaching. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, family, and caregiving schedules.