Micah Carlson (he/him)

Anxiety disorders include social phobias, post-traumatic stress disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. They contribute to panic attacks and addictive behaviors and can prevent you from living your best life. Together, we will develop coping strategies through evidence-based practices and enact lifestyle changes to better manage your stress and anxiety.

While working in forensic mental health, I treated individuals who met the full DSM-V criteria for personality disorders; however, most individuals tend to only experience symptoms or traits related to a personality disorder. My focus is to bring clarity and acceptance to the issue and help the client see their problems more clearly. The goal is to empower one to enact change in their life trajectory.

DBT is evidence-based psychotherapy used primarily to treat personality disorders and interpersonal conflicts. DBT can be useful in creating new behavioral patterns regarding self-harm and substance use. DBT is a practical, action-oriented approach to navigating difficult relationships and overwhelming emotions.

ACT utilizes mindfulness and our value system to create acceptance when dealing with unpleasant thoughts and feelings. It is empowering in that it brings choice for the individual. ACT helps us make peace with these inner experiences and allows us to move forward.

I have worked professionally with substance users and addictions for the past seven years. I have worked with adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, stress management, anger, self-image, self-worth, and attachment. I also have experience working with co-occurring clients with severe mental illnesses like bipolar, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorders.