- Client-centered listening
- Practical CBT tools
- Gottman-informed work
About Michael
Dr. Michael Hayes offers calm, steady support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, and major life changes. He keeps sessions focused and straightforward so busy parents and individuals can make steady progress without extra complication.
He brings 21 years of professional experience as an LPC in Tennessee. In sessions he prioritizes an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what matters most to them. He listens for what feels stuck and helps clients set small, manageable steps forward.
His approach combines Client-Centered Therapy with practical tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and insights from the Gottman Method. That mix lets conversations stay personal while also offering concrete ways to change unhelpful thoughts and patterns. He uses these tools to address communication problems, workplace stress, body image concerns, and caregiver burden.
Dr. Hayes helps with issues like divorce and separation, guilt and shame, loneliness, and questions about life purpose. He also supports people facing forgiveness work, control issues, and grief after loss. Sessions aim to reduce daily strain and make values-based choices clearer.
People who choose him often want direct talk, clear next steps, and a collaborative tone. To begin, readers can use the site’s Start Therapy flow to answer a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
How these approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the client's perspective. It creates a space where people can speak honestly and be heard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect, and uses exercises to change unhelpful patterns. The Gottman Method addresses communication and interaction patterns in relationships, offering concrete skills for better conversations and conflict management.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and together decide which methods to use. That collaborative process helps match techniques to the issue at hand rather than assuming one method will fit everyone.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as shorter check-ins during a workday or avoiding travel time. Because the original biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. The focus online is the same as in person: clear goals, practical steps, and ongoing review of progress so therapy fits daily routines and responsibilities.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief, and coping with life changes, plus related areas like body image and workplace issues.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
Sessions focus on open, nonjudgmental listening paired with practical strategies. He blends Client-Centered Therapy with CBT techniques and Gottman-informed practices when useful.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
He has 21 years of professional experience working with individuals on a range of concerns including stress, relationships, and grief.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
The profile lists Dr. Michael Hayes as an LPC licensed in Tennessee.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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