- Stress and anxiety
- Life changes
- Focus and ADHD
About Michael
Michael Strangstalien is an Arizona LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of professional experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression, coping with life changes, and concentration or focus difficulties related to ADHD. He speaks English and works with adults seeking clearer direction about what comes next in work, relationships, or daily life.
Michael frames clients as the experts in their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. In sessions he listens for where stress and anxiety show up in everyday routines. He helps people name the practical problems behind low mood, panic, or persistent worry so those problems can be addressed step by step.
His approach is straightforward and action-oriented. Conversations often focus on problem solving, improving communication, and small changes that reduce overwhelm. When relationship strain or life transitions are central, he helps clients look at patterns in attachment and communication that keep old conflicts repeating.
For people facing concentration or focus challenges he works on realistic strategies to improve attention and memory in daily life. For those coping with loss, separation, guilt, or shame he attends to how those feelings affect decisions and behavior.
Choosing to start therapy can feel uncertain. Michael asks practical questions early on to clarify priorities and set achievable short-term goals. He uses the first sessions to agree on what to work on and how to measure progress so people can see whether the approach fits their needs.
Therapeutic approaches and how online work fits
Evidence-based techniques often focus on changing unhelpful thinking and building better habits. Cognitive approaches look at patterns of thought that feed anxiety or low mood and teach concrete skills to test and reframe those thoughts, which can help with panic, worry, and mood disorders.Behavioral and skills-based strategies focus on routines and actions. That can include breaking tasks into manageable steps, building attention supports for concentration and ADHD, and practicing communication skills for relationship strain or workplace problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to identify goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. If something does not feel useful, they will adjust the plan together based on what is helping.
Confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into a weekday or work break, or simpler when they prefer not to travel. Online work can make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions and to apply strategies directly to everyday settings, but check which formats are offered when you schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, coping with life changes, and focus or concentration problems related to ADHD. Additional areas include attachment, communication, grief, and workplace issues.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He starts by identifying concrete problems and small, practical steps to reduce overwhelm. Conversations often target communication habits, daily routines, and strategies to improve attention.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, relationship strain, and life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in Arizona, and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try therapy?
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.