Michael Henderson, LCSW

Michael Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with 16 years in clinical practice and a total of 25 years working in behavioral health. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationships, and self-esteem. Sessions are aimed at figuring out concrete goals and steps forward.

He began his career across inpatient hospitalization, community behavioral health centers, and outpatient services. That range informs his practical approach to common and complex problems. He draws on a broad set of evidence-based techniques and community resources built from years on the front line.

In early sessions he focuses on learning a client's history and current challenges. He and the client set clear goals and then identify barriers that get in the way. He describes himself as initially subtle in communication and more direct later, as rapport and goals become clearer.

Michael uses methods that address thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and coping skills. He helps people notice patterns, practice different responses, and try small changes between sessions. He also brings experience with issues tied to medical diagnoses, chronic illness, caregiving stress, and adoption or attachment concerns.

He says goal work is collaborative - the client decides what matters most while he helps map steps toward those goals. Sessions aim to be practical and focused on everyday changes that reduce distress and improve functioning.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions