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Michael Tidstrand, LPCC

  • Experience10 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Michael

Michael Tidstrand offers focused, empathetic support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and related concerns. He centers sessions on helping clients navigate life transitions, rebuild self-esteem, and manage compassion fatigue, creating space for honest exploration and steady progress.

Background and approach

Michael's practice emphasizes listening and validation while working toward practical changes that can improve daily functioning and emotional balance. With ten years of clinical experience and licensure as an LPCC in California (CA LPCC LPCC 7019), Michael uses a blend of established therapeutic methods to address each person's needs.

He draws on cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness-infused approaches, attachment-focused work, and skills from dialectical behavior and client-centered therapies to support insight and coping. His style is collaborative and nonjudgmental, helping clients clarify goals and apply techniques that fit their lives.

Michael welcomes clients who are ready to explore change and build sustainable ways of managing symptoms and stress.

Online Approaches and Practical Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking actions that align with their values; it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, offering structured tools to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and to build practical coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness, which can help with intense emotions and improving day-to-day functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions often combine elements from multiple approaches so treatment can be tailored and flexible rather than one-size-fits-all.

Online therapy with this clinician is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These formats make it possible to maintain continuity of care across locations and to choose the communication style that feels most manageable, while licensed professionals guide the work toward clear goals and practical strategies.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Michael works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar challenges, ADHD, self-esteem issues, compassion fatigue, family-related concerns, and coping with life changes.
What style of therapy can I expect in sessions?
Sessions blend approaches such as acceptance and commitment strategies, cognitive-behavioral techniques, emotion-focused methods, and client-centered listening to support insight and practical change.
How much clinical experience does he bring?
He has ten years of experience working with a range of mental health concerns and integrates that background into a collaborative, skill-focused approach.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is licensed as an LPCC with the designation CA LPCC LPCC 7019 and practices from California.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and is available to work with people in other countries.
Which session formats are offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling an appointment based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Family conflictsSelf esteemBipolar disorderADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

What Michael can help with

Michael Tidstrand works with clients on stress and anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.

Michael works with individuals navigating a spectrum of mental health challenges.

How Michael approaches therapy

Michael's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT).

Experience and training

Michael is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor practicing in California, with 10 years of clinical experience.