Michael Brundage
Hello! I’m Michael, and if you’re reading this, you may be considering therapy as a way to make a positive change in your life. Taking that first step can be difficult, but it can also be the beginning of creating a life that feels more fulfilling and manageable. Maybe you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in the past, worried about the future, or simply feel “blah"...like something isn’t quite right, but you can’t put your finger on what it is. Whatever brings you to therapy, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
I look for patterns in your life so we can develop a plan for both the presenting issue as well as other challenges you may encounter.
I work with men and women to develop greater emotional awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, and build practical coping skills for navigating life’s challenges. Together, we’ll work to better understand what’s going on, identify what you want to change, and develop an approach that fits your needs, goals, and circumstances. Therapy is a collaborative process. You know your life and your experiences better than anyone, and my role is to help you gain perspective, uncover what may be getting in the way, and develop the tools and confidence to move forward. I understand that starting therapy can feel uncomfortable or intimidating. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where you can be yourself, feel heard, and work at a pace that feels right for you. Change isn’t always easy, but choosing to show up and take that first step can open the door to meaningful change. I hope to hear from you soon.
First session
The first session is a little different than the follow up sessions. The first session starts with introductions and then I review the administrative side of things (confidentiality, where you are doing therapy from, financial responsibilities). Then I will tell you a bit more about myself and my approach. After that, I turn it over to you and ask you what brings you into therapy and what you are hoping to get out of our sessions. I will review your intake form with you and clarify any questions that I have about your information.
Strengths
I have an interactive and conversational approach to therapy. Let's talk and see what's going on, then we can come up with a plan to get you to where you want to be. I also like to incorporate humor into our sessions. Therapy doesn't always have to be deep and serious, sometimes it can be light and contain laughter. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, divorce-related challenges, and grief. I am NOT working with couples or anyone under the age of 18 at this time.
Ideal clients
My ideal client may have anxiety, depression, or be struggling with self esteem issues. Those are difficult issues to live with, but not impossible to work on. I understand that working through these feelings is difficult, but if you are willing to do the work, then we can be successful at moving you forward and into a better state of life.
Location
Virtual sessions