Michael Johnston

I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, addiction or recovery, trauma, and major life transitions. Sometimes you know exactly what's bothering you. Other times, you may simply feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated that the same patterns keep showing up despite your efforts to change them.

With 8 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I help clients better understand what's getting in their way and develop practical ways to move forward. My style is straightforward, supportive, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me isn't about judgment or having all the answers. It's about having an honest conversation, figuring out what matters most to you, and creating changes that make a meaningful difference in your everyday life.

I believe therapy should do more than help you feel better for an hour each week. It should help you understand yourself, recognize patterns that may no longer be serving you, build useful skills, and feel more confident handling life outside of our sessions.

My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to you. I'll listen without judgment, ask questions that help you think differently, and challenge you when I believe it can help you grow. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, addiction or recovery, relationship concerns, grief, men's issues, or a difficult transition, we'll focus on realistic goals and strategies that fit your life. I value honesty, accountability, compassion, and even humor when appropriate.

Our first session is a conversation. We'll talk about what's bringing you to therapy, what has been difficult lately, and what you'd like to be different. You don't need to know exactly what to say or have everything figured out before we begin.

You can expect me to be genuine, direct, and supportive. Some sessions may focus on understanding where certain patterns began, while others may be more focused on problem-solving and what you can do next. My goal is for you to leave therapy with greater self-awareness, practical tools you can actually use, and a clearer path toward the changes you want to make.