Michael Chapman

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor providing psychotherapy to adults ages 18 and older. My practice specializes in the treatment of mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizoaffective disorder, as well as suicidal ideation and recovery following suicidal crises. I also work with individuals experiencing trauma-related conditions, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Acute Stress Disorder, and provide treatment for personality disorders. I offer both short-term and long-term individual therapy tailored to each client's needs.

I work primarily from a psychoanalytic perspective. Psychoanalytic therapy is an evidence-based approach that seeks to create lasting, meaningful change rather than simply reducing symptoms. Together, we explore the underlying causes of emotional difficulties, helping you better understand the patterns that may be contributing to your current challenges. This process involves examining how past experiences influence your present thoughts, feelings, relationships, and behaviors. We also explore unconscious processes—thoughts, feelings, and motivations that may exist outside of your immediate awareness but still affect your well-being. Through increased self-understanding and insight, you can develop healthier ways of coping, improve relationships, and work toward healing from trauma and other emotional wounds.

I am also trained in Behavior therapy, Cognitive behavior therapy, and Cognitive processing for PTSD. These skills are incorporated into my approach to therapy based on individual needs.

You can expect our sessions to be warm, comfortable, and inviting. Together, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, relationships, and the challenges you are currently experiencing in your life. Therapy is not about receiving simple advice or quick solutions. Instead, it is a collaborative process designed to help you better understand yourself, gain insight into your experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change

I encourage you to speak openly about whatever is on your mind, including the thoughts, feelings, memories, dreams, and concerns that arise during our work together. At times, I may allow periods of silence during our sessions These moments are intentional and provide you with the space to reflect and express yourself freely. Therapy is your time, and my role is to help facilitate a deeper understanding of your experiences.