LMFT

Michael Booth, LMFT

Experience25 years
LocationCalifornia
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy

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About Michael

Michael Booth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 25 years of experience helping people whose lives have been affected by depression, anxiety, addictions, anger, and struggles with meaning or purpose.

Background and approach

He brings a thoughtful, client-focused lens to work that often involves complex concerns such as trauma, relationship challenges, ADHD, bipolar issues, and co-occurring addictions. His background includes long-term clinical work with individuals facing intense emotional states and behavioral patterns that interfere with daily life.

Booth centers collaboration and practical progress in his approach, aiming to understand each person's priorities and measure change over time. He draws on proven therapeutic methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, client-centered techniques, and existential perspectives to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Sessions are available through multiple online formats, and he communicates in English. Prospective clients in California can expect a steady, reflective practitioner who emphasizes partnership, clarity, and steady work toward the goals they identify.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Access

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites clients to clarify what matters most in their lives and to take committed steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and panic. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness that can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship conflicts.

Choosing an approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively to determine what methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences. He draws on those approaches flexibly, combining skill-building, reflective exploration, and values-based work so that treatment aligns with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit regular sessions into busy lives. These formats support ongoing skill practice, timely check-ins, and continuity of care for people living in California who prefer remote options from licensed professionals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and intimacy-related problems, trauma and grief, ADHD, and related areas such as attachment difficulties and process addictions.

What is his general therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on understanding priorities and tracking progress while integrating practical skills from evidence-based therapies.

How much clinical experience does he bring?

He has 25 years of experience working with adults on challenges like mood conditions, addictive behaviors, and issues of meaning and purpose.

Where is he licensed and practicing?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California and holds CA LMFT 43416 as his documented credential.

Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?

He provides services in English and is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are accessed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes ADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSocial anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

What Michael can help with

Michael Booth works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, anger management, self esteem, and depression.

Michael works with young people and adults impacted by depression and anxiety.

How Michael approaches therapy

Michael's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Michael is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California.