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Dr. Michael Greenberg, CA Psychologist 30676

ACT-informed California psychologist
  • Evidence-based methods
  • Relationship and trauma
  • 13 years experience

About Dr. Michael Greenberg

Dr. Michael Greenberg is a board-certified psychologist based in California with 13 years of experience working in the mental health field. He is a published author on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and brings that evidence-informed perspective to work with people facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, maladaptive avoidance, relationship difficulties, trauma, abuse, motivation challenges, and career concerns.

As a licensed practitioner holding CA Psychologist 30676, Dr. Greenberg combines clinical training and real-world experience to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s distinctive needs. His approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while addressing both clinical and everyday concerns that interfere with functioning and wellbeing.

Dr. Greenberg focuses on helping clients take practical steps toward more fulfilling and satisfying lives, recognizing that seeking change requires courage. He aims to support and empower clients through collaborative work that clarifies goals, strengthens coping skills, and reduces patterns that maintain distress. The treatment style is adaptive and client-centered, shaped around measurable progress and the priorities each person brings to therapy.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsSleeping disordersSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Michael Greenberg have?

Dr. Michael Greenberg has 13 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Dr. Michael Greenberg a licensed therapist?

Yes, he holds the credential CA Psychologist 30676. This indicates he is a licensed psychologist in the state of California under that license number.

In which languages does Dr. Michael Greenberg provide therapy?

Dr. Michael Greenberg provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Michael Greenberg located?

Dr. Michael Greenberg is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Michael Greenberg as my therapist?

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

Does Dr. Michael Greenberg work with international clients?

Dr. Michael Greenberg does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Michael Greenberg 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take committed actions toward those values while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and stronger interpersonal communication, which can be especially useful for intense emotional reactions and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Dr. Greenberg works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they evaluate what feels most useful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility to fit care into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction when helpful, phone sessions can be convenient for movement or low-bandwidth situations, and live chat or text-based messaging provide alternative ways to process thoughts between sessions. These options support consistent access to treatment and make it easier to maintain momentum toward personal goals.

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