Michael McLin

I am a highly skilled psychotherapist who has served the educational and mental health communities in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 20 years. “Mr. Mike” as I am affectionately known, brings a wealth of experience and professional acumen to the clients of Headway.

As an effective clinician, I understand the importance of treating each of you with respect. I specialize, but not limited to the treatment areas of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and strained relationships just to name a few. As a skilled life coach and behavioral transformationalist, I believe that prosocial paradigms fused with progressive initiatives produce the very best outcomes in people and in people-driven environments alike. I'm an avid reader, who loves nature, fine arts, international travel, and culinary delicacies. lastly, I hail from a large, loving family who supports the this fine vocation. Further, I'm a big proponent of youth advocacy, entrepreneurship, and community service. I was educated in the states of California, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

My approach is pretty simple. I'm ready to listen and provide feedback when it's appropriate. My goal is to work in tandem with my client. However, the client must understand, I'm not a miracle worker. If the client wants to learn, grow, and address issues that often times they've carried for most of their lives, they are going to have to put in the work. The client has the answers, my job is assist them with finding them.

I will be open, empathic, while utilizing active listening skills while the client expresses their self. One size does not fit all in the therapy world. Once we know that the fit is appropriate, it's time to get to work. In addition, our sessions would be judgement free. This allows you the client and me, the therapist to build a healthy rapport. I encourage all of my clients to honestly share for maximum growth.