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Prof. Michael Davis, LPC

Seasoned New Jersey LPC and professor
  • 41 years experience
  • Evidence informed techniques
  • Focus on complex issues

About Prof. Michael Davis

Prof. Michael Davis is a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 41 years of clinical and academic experience. He frames counseling as an everyday human activity that becomes essential when problems grow complex, and he focuses on helping people find clarity amid confusion. His approach emphasizes practical, time-sensitive work that aims to make therapy efficient and focused on measurable progress.

He has taught psychology since age 24 and remains active in education, bringing decades of classroom experience to his clinical practice. Clinical counseling has been part of his work since age 30, and he also brings a legal perspective gained from law school and work as a law clerk beginning at age 33. Those combined backgrounds have informed leadership roles directing several behavioral health and substance abuse clinics.

Prof. Davis has specialized experience in sex offender treatment and anger management programs and has long been influenced by Rational-Emotive Therapy while describing his broader clinical philosophy as existentialist. He integrates brief therapy techniques designed to avoid unnecessary time or expense for clients. His practice addresses complex issues with a blend of teaching, clinical skill, and legal-informed insight, aiming to guide individuals toward clearer understanding and practical solutions.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityInfidelityJealousyMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunction

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Prof. Michael Davis have?

Prof. Michael Davis has 41 years of experience.

Is Prof. Michael Davis a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are NJ LPC 37PC00245300.

In which languages does Prof. Michael Davis provide therapy?

Prof. Michael Davis provides therapy in English.

Where is Prof. Michael Davis located?

Prof. Michael Davis is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Prof. Michael Davis as my therapist?

You can work with Prof. Michael Davis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Prof. Michael Davis work with international clients?

Prof. Michael Davis does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Prof. Michael Davis cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Prof. Michael Davis

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and supports the client in finding their own solutions; it is helpful for building self-understanding and improving relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and recurring habits. Existential Therapy explores questions of meaning, values, and personal responsibility, which can be useful for clients facing life transitions, identity concerns, or deeper questions about purpose.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Prof. Michael Davis collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as work progresses to ensure the approach remains a good fit.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and lets people access licensed professionals from different settings. These options can make it easier to maintain consistency in care, fit sessions into busy lives, and continue work from home or other convenient locations while pursuing meaningful therapeutic progress.

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