LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Michael Calabria, LMHC
My philosophy is that everyone has the right to be who they want to be, to be their true selves, and to feel safe, respected and comfortable with themselves. I have been involved in the field of psychology for over 30 years, starting with being a Pych-tech for various mental health facilities to currently practicing psychotherapy. I would say the profession chose me as it was in my nature to assist people in need. I always had an ability to connect and help others. I want to continue to contribute to the community and those in need. In a world of division, uncertainty, and confusion my goal is to bring solidarity, calmness, and peace. To assist others with self-exploration, insight, conflict-resolution, and growth. To live life to its fullest in all aspects of their daily routine. I have collaborated with various communities and counseled many challenging situations. I have extensive experience working with multi-Cultural clients (African American, Haitian, Jamaican, Hispanic, and Native Americans}, Alternative lifestyle and LQGBT, Early Childhood, Adolescence, teens, and Adults, and low social economic status. I have experiences counseling many daily challenges (couples/marriage, careers issues, life adjustments, Trauma, Loss and Grief, conflict resolution, etc.). and mental health issues (Depression, Alcohol and Substance, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, ADHD, Etc.) I believe in a comprehensive approach to therapy that best benefits the client. As I am just the Facilitator assisting the client in recognizing and utilizing their strengths to overcome their challenges and weaknesses to reach their goals.
It is my practice to follow a comprehensive, eclectic approach to therapy by implementing different therapeutic dynamics that meet the client’s needs. These include, but not limited to Solution focused therapy, Conflict Resolution, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play, and Art Therapy Symptom reduction, Replacement Therapy, and Psychoeducation,
I believe there is a solution to every problem, and everyone has an opportunity to live a full quality life. I am confident by working together we can find the solutions to a better quality of life through the therapeutic process.
SPECIALTIES
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Substance and Alcohol
Conflict
Couples/Marriage
Childhood, Adolescence, Teenagers
Career/Employment
Multi-cultural
Financial/Economic
ISSUES
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Stress
MENTAL HEALTH
Elderly Persons Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
SEXUALITY
Bisexual
LGBTQ+
Lesbian
AGE
Elders (65+)
Adults
Teen
Adolescence
Early Childhood
TREATMENT APPPROACH
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Eclectic
Existential
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational
Psychoeducation
Conflict-resolution
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Western Maryland College
Master of Science, Nova Southeastern University