Licensed clinical social worker recordSouth Carolina
Michael Hurd, LCSW
South Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in South Carolina
- LISW-CP, licence 14084
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW13160
- Licensed in Maryland
- LCSW-C, licence 06512
- Licensed in Nevada
- LCSW, licence 12266-C
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904018260
- NPI
- 1194749481
- Experience
- 36 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- South Carolina
These details come from information Michael supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused work
About Michael
Michael Hurd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 36 years of experience. He works from a practical, solution-focused perspective and helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and mood issues such as depression and bipolar. Sessions focus on present problems and clear goals rather than long symptom lists.
He describes himself as a thinking partner who helps people identify strengths they may not recognize. He looks for self-defeating patterns and works with clients to change them. Background and childhood are discussed only when they matter to the work at hand.
His method is goal-oriented and action focused. Conversations are direct and pragmatic. He aims to guide and coach rather than give orders, and he helps clients reason through choices and next steps.
Hurd has written two books and thousands of articles, and he has experience speaking about mental health in public media. That background supports a clear, no-frills approach to common life problems like grief, parenting strain, sleep and eating difficulties, and career stress.
Clients who want an LCSW who combines long experience with practical coaching often choose this style. He is licensed as an LCSW in Nevada and Virginia. International clients can be accepted; session formats should be confirmed before booking.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and supporting a client's own insights. Online sessions using this approach center on the client's priorities, helping someone notice what’s already working and build on it. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. In remote sessions CBT can include practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on small, reachable goals and steps forward rather than long histories; it is well suited to shorter, task-oriented online conversations.Choosing the right approach is part of the early work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit the problem, goals, and personal preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and as new issues arise.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into a busy life - it can reduce travel time, make scheduling around work easier, and allow focused check-ins between major life events. If someone prefers shorter or more structured sessions, the therapist can adapt the pacing and homework to match. Online work aims to make regular psychotherapy practical and usable for everyday schedules.
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Experience
36+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, Virginia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, depression, grief, and related issues listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a solution-focused, goal-oriented approach and acts as a thinking partner to identify strengths and reduce self-defeating behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 36 years of professional experience, including authoring books and writing thousands of articles on mental health topics.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licensure noted for Nevada and Virginia as shown in his profile, and he practices from South Carolina.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients according to the profile, though logistics should be confirmed during intake.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers