(he/him)
Hello my name is Michael Emperador, LCSW, LCDC. I specialize in depression, anxiety , SUBSTANCE ABUSE and a multitude of issues that include Aging and geriatrics, relationship issues, chronic illness, (i.e. Dialysis, Health Issues, Aging, , Grief and Death and Dying. I am glad that you have decided to persevere and seek out services to make your life happier and healthier. Most likely you are exploring psychotherapy to help you through a challenging situation or life event and I am here to help you. My purpose is to meet and help you through counseling and psychotherapy for the outcome of improvement and the goal of a more satisfying and happier life.
In our first session just try to relax and realize that I am here to help you with anything you want to discuss. We will get to know each other a little better and then we can focus on whatever issues or anything that comes to your mind that you need to discuss in therapy.
My clients tell me that I am caring and nonjudgmental. Honesty is very important in therapy to get the most out of our session. I am empathetic and will do my best to help you with your situation and with the hope of a more fulfilling resolution.
I enjoy working with people from different backgrounds but specialize in SUBSTANCE ABUSE and a multitude of issues. I focus on the and well-being of people to ensure a happy and fulfilling life. I expect my clients to be compliant for the best outcomes of mental happiness and life.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $100 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
WellCare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in my practice because it can help with a range of mental health issues. I also use CBT with other therapies as it teaches one coping skills for dealing with different problems. When I use CBT I focus on your thoughts, beliefs and attitudes that affect your feelings and actions. I also use CBT for substance-abuse, multiple medical issues such as chronic illness and many others issues that may arise in your life for the overall health and well being.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Using the methods of Rational Emotive Therapy can change one's thoughts and feelings by disputing irrational beliefs about oneself which in essence can modify or change behavior to the desired results for a more fulfulling, satisfying life.
4 ratings with written reviews
January 29, 2026
Michael was a good listener and I found the sessions I did with him to be supportive.
June 12, 2025
HE'S DOWN HOME, A FOR REAL PERSON. MR. MIKE TALKS TO ME IN A SOOTHING WAY OF TALK. HE MADE ME FEEL BETTER WHEN I WASN'T.
April 14, 2025
Great