Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 40 insurances. Specializes in Coping Skills, Depression, Serious Mental Illness and 10 more.
Michael Holmes, Jr.
My name is Michael Holmes, Jr., and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia providing telehealth therapy for adolescents and adults. I have over 7 years of experience in the mental health field and specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, mindfulness, anger management, and self-esteem. I utilize evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, Reality Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I have also completed certifications in Youth Mental Health, Integrative Sex Therapy, and Complex Trauma.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is designed to help us begin building a comfortable and supportive therapeutic relationship while also gathering important background information about your experiences, concerns, goals, and current stressors. We will discuss your mental health history, emotional challenges, coping skills, relationships, and any symptoms or life transitions that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we will explore what you hope to gain from therapy and identify treatment approaches that best fit your individual needs, personality, communication style, and goals for growth, healing, emotional stability, and self-understanding.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to create a supportive, down-to-earth, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients can feel comfortable expressing themselves honestly. I value authenticity, empathy, cultural awareness, humor, professionalism, and healthy boundaries within the therapeutic relationship. I strive to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered while learning practical coping skills, improving emotional awareness, strengthening communication, and developing healthier relationships with themselves and others. My approach focuses on helping clients create meaningful change while feeling supported throughout the healing process.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, emotional dysregulation, family conflict, low self-esteem, relationship stress, and life transitions. I also support individuals living with serious mental illness who are seeking healthier coping skills, emotional stability, improved communication, and greater self-understanding in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment while working toward personal growth, healing, and healthier relationships.
Specialties
Top specialties
Coping Skills
Depression
Serious Mental Illness
Other specialties
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racism
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
I identify as
Black / African American
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Children (6 to 12)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
Georgia
Kentucky
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Cash - $120 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I'm currently certified in DBT. I've used this therapy approach for 6 years in both group therapy and individual therapy settings. I use DBT to help clients with mindfulness/grounding, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, healthy communication, and gaining a healthy relationship with all of their thoughts and emotions without judgement.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have 6 years of experience with using CBT in both group and individual therapy. I use CBT to help clients challenge any anxious thoughts or thinking errors that may exist.
Reality Therapy
I have 6 years of experience with using Reality Therapy in both individual and group therapy settings. I use Reality Therapy to help clients empower themselves to both discover their needs and wants in areas such as their survival, power and achievement, freedom, fun, and love and belonging.
Christian Counseling
I have 2 years of experience with using Christian Counseling. I believe that a person's faith and spiritual insight is connected to their mental health. I incorporate Christian Counseling in individual settings whenever a client wants to explore and discuss their faith and how it connects to their overall wellbeing.
Motivational Interviewing
I have 5 years of experience with using Motivational Interviewing. I utilize Motivational Interviewing in both group and individual sessions to help clients discover their own reasons for change and growth. It helps the provider maintain a person centered approach where clients can experience the power of making their own choices.
5 ratings with written reviews
May 30, 2026
Michael was very helpful and intentional during my session. He was able to get straight to the issue while still allowing me space to explain what I was experiencing. His responses showed that he was listening closely, asking for better understanding, and offering recommendations that helped identify the root of the issue. I appreciated his direct, thoughtful, and supportive approach.
Verified client, age 35-44
October 25, 2025
Today was my first session with Mr. Holmes. It was a wonderful experience. I look forward to our future sessions and the growth that I will make.
Verified client, age 25-34
October 9, 2025
Michael was wonderful. He helped provide some clarity / reminder of who I am.