Micheal "Mike" Montgomery

Compassionate skills-based support for life’s challenges

LICSW Minnesota

Experience: 6 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Micheal

Micheal "Mike" Montgomery is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Minnesota with six years of professional experience.

Background and approach

He draws on evidence-informed methods to help people navigate stress, anxiety, addictive behaviors, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression while also addressing related concerns such as guilt, shame, isolation, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social phobia. Mike emphasizes clients' strengths and personal expertise in their own lives as the foundation for change.

His approach centers on collaborative problem solving and skill-building, helping clients develop practical tools to manage symptoms and respond differently to difficult situations. He recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and offers supportive guidance while inviting clients to set meaningful goals.

Mike frames progress as a partnership that taps clients' resilience and resources to move through challenges toward greater functioning and well-being.

How CBT and DBT Translate to Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. Online CBT sessions often include practical exercises, thought records, and behavioral experiments that help people reduce anxiety, manage depressive symptoms, and address panic and social fears.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills. Delivered remotely, DBT techniques can teach strategies to tolerate intense emotions, reduce impulsive reactions, and build more stable daily routines.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and will tailor the use of CBT or DBT techniques accordingly. Together they decide which methods and exercises fit best and adapt the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling and let clients access therapy from different locations. These options make it easier to practice skills between sessions and to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or circumstances change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, and also focuses on related issues like guilt, isolation, panic, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.

What therapeutic approaches does he use in sessions?

The therapist integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to teach practical coping skills and emotion regulation strategies tailored to each person.

How long has he been practicing?

He has six years of professional experience working with people facing a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He holds the LICSW credential and is licensed in Minnesota under MN LICSW 31162.

Does he offer services in languages other than English or to international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats are available for online work?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.

How are sessions priced and billed?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are needed to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Additional focus areas

Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Minnesota

Languages

English