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Michael Friedman, LMHC

Compassionate LMHC for trauma and relationships

  • Trauma and abuse
  • Parenting support
  • CBT and attachment

About Michael Friedman

Michael Friedman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with 13 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults through a wide range of life challenges. He creates a warm, approachable environment where people can talk openly, gain new perspectives, and develop practical skills to move forward. Michael combines clinical training with a down-to-earth manner, bringing insight and lightness to conversations while staying focused on meaningful change.

His practice addresses concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, grief, addiction, career transitions, and issues related to self-esteem and intimacy. He also works with attachment concerns, codependency, body image, and personality-related struggles. When clients are interested, he integrates elements of art therapy counseling as an optional, expressive tool.

Michael blends evidence-informed methods like cognitive behavioral techniques with attachment-aware and client-centered sensibilities. His work emphasizes strength-based, trauma-informed understanding to help people recognize inner resources, build coping skills, and pursue the changes they want. He aims to help clients feel supported, learn practical strategies, and gain clearer perspective as they navigate life’s difficulties.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Michael Friedman have?

Michael Friedman has 13 years of professional experience.

Is Michael Friedman a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LMHC credential as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are WA LMHC 60746917.

In which languages does Michael Friedman provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Michael Friedman located?

He is located in Washington.

How can I work with Michael Friedman as my therapist?

You can work with Michael Friedman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michael Friedman work with international clients?

Michael Friedman does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michael Friedman cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care

Michael uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns - this approach helps clients understand connection, trust, and the ways attachment concerns affect relationships. Client-Centered Therapy is also central to his work, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental stance that prioritizes the client's goals and experience and helps with self-exploration and confidence building. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides practical tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michael works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods make the most sense based on needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions and adjusts as progress unfolds so clients feel involved in their treatment plan.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local options. These formats let licensed professionals deliver consistent care across distance and make it easier for people to access ongoing support without major disruptions to daily life.

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