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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused work
About Michael
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 11 years of clinical experience, Rev. Michael Abell focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, family and parenting concerns. He also addresses addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, career questions, depression, and ADHD. Michael uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy in his work.
Michael draws on a long background in pastoral ministry and family life. He completed a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy in December 2017 and combines real-world experience with clinical methods. He has worked with people from a range of faith backgrounds and with varied life situations.
In sessions he treats the person as the expert on their own life and focuses on practical steps. He helps people identify strengths, try new behaviors, and change patterns that create stress or conflict. Conversations are aimed at short-term goals as well as longer-term shifts in relationships and wellbeing.
His approach mixes talk and practical tools. CBT is used to spot unhelpful thinking and try alternatives. EFT concepts guide discussion about emotional bonds and interaction patterns. Solution-Focused work helps set small, achievable goals and track progress.
Michael works in English and practices in Pennsylvania. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To get started, follow the See online therapy options flow, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person's perspective and aims to follow what matters most to them. In practice this means the therapist listens, reflects, and helps clients name priorities and next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems because it produces clear exercises and check-ins between sessions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at how people interact and express emotion in close relationships. It helps with intimacy, attachment concerns, and shifting interaction patterns that cause repeated conflict.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what the client finds most helpful. Expect an openness to experiment and a focus on practical steps you can use between sessions.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy week and holding shorter check-ins when needed. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current session options before booking. Online counseling can make it easier to keep regular appointments, work around family or work schedules, and follow through on short exercises between meetings.
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Areas of expertise
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Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns. He also helps with parenting, addictions, trauma, grief, self-esteem, career, depression and ADHD.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses Client-Centered, CBT, Emotionally-Focused and Solution-Focused methods. Sessions focus on practical steps, identifying strengths, and setting achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience as a counselor and a longer background in pastoral ministry. He completed an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2017.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. His practice is located in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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