Michael Johnson SR, LCSW

Michael Johnson SR is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of practice in Texas. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with relationship and family strains, anger, anxiety, depression, and stress. He aims to make the first steps toward change less overwhelming and more manageable.

He creates an open, nonjudgmental space where people can say what they really think and feel. Sessions are conversational and practical. He listens first, then works with each person to set clear, achievable goals.

Michael often uses cognitive behavioral ideas to help people spot unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. He also draws on client-centered methods to keep the work focused on a person’s priorities. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are used when helpful to build awareness and strengthen motivation for change.

Many people come to him for common life challenges - parenting strain, midlife shifts, career stress, loneliness, or recovery after separation. He also works with chronic illness, blended-family issues, fatherhood questions, and compassion fatigue related to caregiving roles.

Sessions are aimed at small, practical steps that fit everyday life. He encourages problem-solving and clear communication techniques that can be used between appointments. The goal is to support steady progress toward better coping and clearer priorities.

Approaches to change and how online therapy helps

Michael often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress. He also uses client-centered methods that prioritize what matters most to the person, creating a space where goals come from the client rather than the therapist. Mindfulness techniques are added when helpful to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. He will talk with each person about their concerns, goals, and daily routines before recommending how to proceed. Together they adjust methods over time so the work stays relevant and doable.

Online sessions offer flexibility for different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for quick check-ins, homework support, or when someone prefers writing to speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and different life situations.