- Anxiety reduction
- Coping skills
- Career concerns
About Michael
Michael Mcintosh is an Iowa licensed psychologist (IA Psychologist 126366) with 16 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career questions, and major life changes. He also focuses on issues like caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, fatherhood concerns, and questions about life purpose.
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques to help people develop coping skills and change patterns that get in the way of daily functioning. Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and small, manageable steps. Michael combines straightforward cognitive-behavioral methods with humanistic perspectives that attend to how someone experiences their life and choices.
Clients can expect a direct, problem-focused approach that still takes account of values and relationships. He helps people talk through difficult memories, reduce anxiety symptoms, and plan next steps for work or family situations. Work on self-esteem or guilt looks at concrete behaviors and the thoughts that drive them.
Michael earned a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. He is licensed in Iowa and North Carolina as indicated by IA Psychologist 126366 and NC Psychologist 3995. His background includes long-term clinical work with adults facing trauma and stress-related problems.
He tends to work in a goal-oriented way, setting clear targets and checking progress each session. People often come for help making decisions after a job change, dealing with caregiver strain, managing chronic illness, or finding a clearer sense of purpose in life.
Sessions are conducted in English. Before booking, confirm the current session formats directly, since session types are set by the practice at the time of scheduling.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Michael uses evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques that focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing out new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, stress, and mood problems and gives concrete exercises people can practice between sessions.He also draws on humanistic approaches that concentrate on a person’s experience, values, and choices. This perspective helps when someone is questioning career direction, life purpose, or how to respond to major changes.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and will review progress and adjust plans during treatment.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since specific options are set by the practice at scheduling. If you want to fit sessions into a busy life, online work can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins around a break, and make it easier to attend when mobility or chronic illness complicates leaving home. For others, online sessions can make it simpler to maintain continuity after a job move or during transitional periods. Licensed professionals can discuss which session arrangements best match a person’s schedule and needs during the first scheduling steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Iowa, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career issues, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness and life purpose.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses practical, goal-focused techniques that combine cognitive-behavioral ideas with humanistic attention to values. Sessions focus on steps people can take and checking progress over time.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of clinical experience working with adults on anxiety, trauma-related problems, and life-change concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed as IA Psychologist 126366 and NC Psychologist 3995 and practices from Iowa.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and how much do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details during the scheduling process.
What should I do to start sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.