- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Communication work
About Michael
Michael Kington is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 30 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, and the practical effects of major life changes. He also focuses on communication problems, life purpose, women's issues, and workplace concerns. Sessions are conducted in English and his practice is based in California.
He draws on long experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including work with people who have serious mental illness. In sessions he aims to make it straightforward to talk about what’s worrying someone now. He listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and helps clients try practical alternatives.
Michael typically helps people clarify what matters next after a big shift in work, relationships, or health. That often means breaking larger worries into small, manageable steps. He watches how daily routines and communication habits affect mood and stress, and then tests small changes that can reduce pressure.
People describe sessions as direct and practical. Conversations look at thought patterns, relationship habits, and coping strategies. Homework or simple experiments may be used between visits to try out new ways of responding.
He offers an experienced perspective without promising a particular outcome. To begin, a person selects the See online therapy options button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Michael draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. Cognitive-style approaches help people recognize thinking habits that increase anxiety or low mood, and then try different ways of responding to those thoughts to reduce distress.Behavioral and skills-based methods focus on practical strategies people can use day to day. This often includes testing small changes in routines, practicing clearer communication, and building coping skills for stress and cravings related to addictions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to figure out which techniques fit their concerns, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying a few different methods in early sessions to see what helps most.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. If camera use or shorter meetings suit someone better, that can be discussed when arranging sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, life purpose, women's issues, and workplace concerns.
How does he approach someone who feels stuck?
He takes a practical approach that breaks larger worries into small steps. Sessions focus on patterns in thinking, communication habits, and everyday routines that affect stress.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 30 years of professional experience, including work in both inpatient and outpatient settings with people who have serious mental illness.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT, and his practice is located in California.
In what languages can I work with him?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.