Michael Brooking is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned his Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University Central Texas. Michael has experience in effectively utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and he practices individual and family therapy. He has previously worked in hospital settings with inpatient and intensive outpatient individuals, where he successfully implemented the use of DBT and CBT skills to meet the needs of his patients. He also provided services in community counseling and family therapy as a student at Texas A&M University Central Texas, where he gained many valuable skills and experience. He specializes in working to help others overcome issues with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
The first session will hopefully feel like an organic conversation. We can start by getting to know each other and establish some background information that might be helpful moving forward.
Michael is very kind and welcoming. He creates an inviting atmosphere and wants all clients to feel comfortable, especially and they discuss vulnerable topics and situations.
I am trained in DBT and incorporate DBT concepts in sessions to help clients achieve long term success.
I have successfully helped clients build copies strategies and skills that they can easily implement in their everyday lives. Coping looks different for everyone and it important to explore options that work for each person’s specific needs.