- Work and wellbeing focus
- Stress and anxiety
- Depression support
About Michael
Michael Strazi is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Mississippi with 23 years of experience. He focuses on work and wellbeing concerns like stress and workplace issues, and on everyday struggles such as anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. He emphasizes practical steps and steady support as people work toward clearer goals.
He often helps people address relationship strain and communication problems that affect daily life. He also has experience with trauma and abuse, panic and phobias, and substance-related concerns. Military and veteran issues and family of origin matters are additional areas he has worked with.
Michael starts from the idea that each person knows their own story best. He looks for strengths and small steps that make change feel manageable. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what can be tried between sessions to build momentum.
He speaks in plain terms and aims to make therapy feel approachable. Sessions move at a practical pace and are shaped by a person’s needs and goals. He encourages people to take a first step and offers steady support along the way.
People who choose him can expect straightforward guidance and attention to everyday problems that affect work and personal wellbeing. The approach is collaborative and goal oriented, emphasizing skills people can use outside of sessions.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on teaching skills and changing patterns that cause stress, anxiety, and low mood. One common approach emphasizes learning coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce anxiety and panic; it teaches step-by-step practices people can use when symptoms arise. Another approach focuses on processing difficult experiences and trauma in manageable pieces so memories and reactions feel less overwhelming over time.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will listen to your goals, try a few methods, and adjust based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process where your feedback guides which techniques are used and how sessions are paced.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit more easily into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can also make it simpler to practice skills between meetings and to bring workplace concerns directly into discussion without rearranging schedules. Ask about available formats when you start the matching process so sessions match your needs and routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem. He also addresses workplace issues and related areas like communication problems and panic.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is straightforward and collaborative. He looks for strengths and practical steps people can try between sessions.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 23 years of professional experience helping people with mood, trauma, addiction-related concerns, and workplace stress.
What credentials and location are on record?
He holds an MS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.