Michael Tidstrand offers straightforward support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, or big life changes.
01About Michael
Michael Tidstrand offers straightforward support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, or big life changes. He creates a calm, respectful space where individuals can say what they need to say and feel listened to. Michael holds a CA LPCC, which means he practices as a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California.
He uses plain talk and active listening rather than jargon. Sessions often include mindfulness, attention to how thoughts link to feelings, and practical skill-building to manage emotions.
Background and approach
Clients can expect a blend of approaches tailored to the moment. Michael trained in clinical psychology and brings ten years of clinical experience to his work. That background informs how he helps people sort through depression, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD-related struggles, and low self-esteem.
He also addresses compassion fatigue and family-related stress from an individual perspective. In the room he focuses on collaboration. He asks questions, reflects what he hears, and helps identify small, doable steps clients can try between sessions.
Progress is treated as a process, not a single event. People who choose him tend to want practical tools alongside thoughtful listening. He aims to help clients build routines and techniques that fit daily life, reduce overwhelm, and support longer-term change.
02Credentials
- LPCC (California)
- License LPCC 7019 · expires September 2027
- NPI
- 1548890544 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- ADHD
Methods Michael names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
These are the methods Michael names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help when someone feels stuck or overwhelmed by emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete tools to change unhelpful habits, which is useful for anxiety and depression. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how past relationships shape current reactions and can help people understand patterns in close relationships and family stress.Finding the best approach is a team effort. Michael will work with each person to see which methods fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. He adjusts the mix of techniques over time and checks in regularly to make sure the work feels useful.
Online therapy offers flexibility and a range of ways to connect. Video calls are good for full conversations and visual cues, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat or text-based messaging can be helpful for quick check-ins, practice between sessions, or when someone prefers written communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to continue work consistently.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and individual concerns related to family stress.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions combine active listening with practical strategies. He draws on approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, attachment-based work, and client-centered techniques to match the moment.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical experience working with a range of adult mental health concerns.
What credentials and location apply?
He practices as a CA LPCC and is based in California.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Which session formats are available?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by clicking the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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