Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

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4 Endorsed

415 West Foothill Boulevard, Suite 123, Claremont, CA 91711

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(909) 787-1219

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You review or anticipate the day, longing to feel more deeply connected and safe. “I guess I am just not ( ) enough.” Lost or stuck in your head, maybe viewing sunny media posts, your further conclusions don’t seem good, either. “If others really knew me, they’d disappear.” “I must perform perfectly to be accepted; that will finally be 'enough'.” Well, I help dedicated, sensitive types finally resolve feelings of self-doubt, self-consciousness, and not belonging. My first message to you? It’s not your fault.

Maybe you had bad or few social experiences. Maybe someone didn’t know how to 'show' you your right to be here and to have unique strengths. Here's a secret: how-to skills are important but they don't work without a power source.

To soothe and grow the thirsty parts of you - and resolve internal blocks - requires a new source experience: Feeling consistently, compassionately understood, known, and accepted. Want to act on the secret? Call or email for a free, brief pre-therapy consultation.

Call or Email Dr. Christopher Michael now for a free 15 minute consultation - (909) 787-1219

My Practice at a Glance

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Christopher Michael, PhD

415 West Foothill Boulevard

Suite 123

Claremont, CA 91711

(909) 787-1219

I flexibly offer in-person and online / telephone sessions.

I specialize in Life Transitions, Depression and Social Anxiety; Boundaries; Assertiveness

$175 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

The therapy space, online or in person, is where you can be truly understood first, and then 'try on' new perspectives and actions.

Let's Connect (909) 787-1219

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Christopher Michael, PhD

415 West Foothill Boulevard

Suite 123

Claremont, CA 91711

(909) 787-1219

I flexibly offer in-person and online / telephone sessions.

I specialize in Life Transitions, Depression and Social Anxiety; Boundaries; Assertiveness

$175 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

The therapy space, online or in person, is where you can be truly understood first, and then 'try on' new perspectives and actions.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Please contact me regarding insurance coverages. Also, I provide superbills to submit to insurances that have an 'out-of-network' option, often leading to significant or majority reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Please contact me regarding insurance coverages. Also, I provide superbills to submit to insurances that have an 'out-of-network' option, often leading to significant or majority reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY22265 Dr. Christopher Michael
In Practice for 16 Years
Certificate from Newport Psychoanalytic Institute Psychoanalytic psychotherapy / 2013
Attended University of Tulsa, PhD, Graduated 2006

Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) knowledgeable; Also, when emotional conflicts are expressed through the body (body-mind / Somatic symptoms)

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) knowledgeable; Also, when emotional conflicts are expressed through the body (body-mind / Somatic symptoms)

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Life Transitions
Depression
Social Anxiety; Boundaries; Assertiveness

Expertise

Anger Management
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Highly Sensitive Persons; Body (Somatic) Symptoms
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress

I listen closely, differently, and fully. Session structure & number is relaxed but secure, so I can be in-depth, active, and once-weekly minimum, but you don't feel hanging or aimless. You leave sessions with insight on how problems developed, know-how for gradually releasing and replacing them, and, overall, compassion for self and others.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

4 Endorsements

Roger Karlsson

Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, QME

I have known Dr Michael and his work for almost 20 years. He is an excellent clinician whose work I highly value. He thrives in both providing psychotherapy and conduct clinical assessments. I highly recommend him.

Dr. Tripti Bawari, Psychologist, Inner Dialogue

Psychologist, PsyD

Henry Beck

Psychologist, PsyD

Sheri R. Curtis, Ph.D.

Psychologist

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Existential
Integrative
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic

I make it safe for you to see how problems come from over-pursuing certainty or trying to fill a sense of 'lack', whether in life or inside (Psychodynamic, Existential). I sometimes give experiments and structures you could try outside session, often based on Behavioral ideas. When improvements reach a critical mass and you know it, you choose to stop.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

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Christopher Michael, PhD

415 West Foothill Boulevard

Suite 123

Claremont, CA 91711

(909) 787-1219

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I flexibly offer in-person and online / telephone sessions.

Call for a free consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

I flexibly offer in-person and online / telephone sessions.

Call for a free consultation now - (909) 787-1219

Dr. Christopher Michael

Psychologist, PhD, QME

Last Modified: 9 May 2024