Master Social Worker, LMSW, CASAC- T
3477144897
candelapsychotherapy@gmail.com
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Master Social Worker
New York
This clinician has a license or permit that requires the clinician to practice under supervision in order to meet state licensure requirements.
185 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10016
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Telephone: 3477144897
Michael is a Licensed Master Social Worker and native New Yorker, deeply attuned to the vibrant diversity and unique challenges of city life, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community.
His compassionate, client-centered, trauma-informed approach is rooted in motivational interviewing and a strengths-based philosophy, empowering clients to discover and build on their resilience. Michael meets people wherever they are on their journey, offering genuine respect and support at every stage.
With years of experience at a renowned dual-diagnosis center in New York City, Michael specializes in substance and behavioral addiction treatment. He brings advanced training in group psychotherapy through the Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society.
He is dedicated to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where individuals can openly explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change. Empathy, inclusiveness, and authenticity are central to Michael’s values, guiding his commitment to honoring each client’s unique identity and story.