Michael Tinsley

LCSW, 2 years of experience
Solution oriented
Authentic
Open-minded
VirtualAvailable

I am a Graduate of Howard University and UNC Charlotte, I have a BA in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and families who seek change to become happier, healthier and gain control over obstacles that are weighing them down. I have several years of experience in working with children, adults, and families, on a broad array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, schizophrenia, substance abuse and trauma. I provide culturally competent care and use a Strength Based Approach when working with clients. I also specialize in helping African American males deal with oppressive systems and obstacles.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I’m our first session together you can expect a getting to know you session. We will learn about you and what you feel best will assist with achieving growth and success. We will also discuss goals and expectations.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having worked with a variety of people from all walks of life in various settings for the past seven years , I am great at meeting people where they are to assist them with moving forward in achieving growth.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with young professionals, young adults and families who are striving to find ways to cope with what life has given them.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Couples Counseling

Depression

Other specialties

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Career Counseling

I identify as

Black / African American

Man

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Licensed in

Virginia

Accepts cash

$100/session

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have found it useful to help people identify unhelpful thoughts or thinking patterns that may cause emotional distress or hold them back.

Daialectical Behavior (DBT)

I have experience using this form of therapy to assist with leaning to understand their emotions and how to cope with the thoughts and behaviors that come with them.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I have several years of experience working with individuals and families with various life stressors and assisting them with identifying healthy solutions.

, 235 ratings

16 ratings with written reviews

February 12, 2026

Micheal was very helpful in this first session. It was a conversation with myself and my ex partner on coparenting. He helped us see deeper resolutions that are needed, and assisted with an action plan going forward.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Michael

January 3, 2026

Allowed me to be clear and provided actual changes that I can apply.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Michael

December 23, 2025

He is very understanding and if you are into shadow work and working on yourself and getting honest answers, then he is the therapist for you.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 5 with Michael