Michael White
Hopeful, practical therapy focused on growth
LICSW Rhode Island
- Experience
- 10 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Languages
- English
About Michael
Michael White is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) based in Rhode Island who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and a wide range of life and mood challenges.
Background and approach
He frames therapy as a collaborative effort, joining clients in setting goals that reflect their priorities and values. Michael's background includes work in inpatient psychiatric settings and individual counseling with high school students, experiences that inform his practical, person-centered style.
His clinical toolkit draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques, which he tailors to each person's needs. He also addresses relationship and family concerns, addiction, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and issues such as self-esteem, career difficulties, and seasonal mood changes.
Michael emphasizes that seeking support is a sign of strength and works to create an atmosphere where clients can pursue growth at their own pace. With ten years of practice, Michael brings both direct clinical experience and relatable encouragement to the therapeutic process.
He aims to help clients build coping skills, clarify purpose, and move toward outcomes they define, offering a supportive partnership throughout treatment.
How Michael's Approaches Translate to Online Therapy
Michael uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be particularly useful for anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy complements this by encouraging clients to clarify values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise, aiding work on grief, life transitions, and ongoing stress. Client-centered therapy underpins his style by prioritizing empathetic listening and validating the client's experience while building a collaborative working relationship.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He works together with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and new priorities emerge. That partnership helps ensure the therapeutic plan feels relevant and manageable for each person.
Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to maintain consistency around work, school, or caregiving commitments. These options allow clients to choose formats that suit their communication style and schedule, while still accessing licensed professionals who apply CBT, ACT, and client-centered methods to support practical skill building and emotional coping.
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Experience
10+ years
Licensed
Rhode Island, Massachusetts
Languages
English