Michael James McHugh is a Therapist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Emotional Disturbance, Men's Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, and Video Game Addiction. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
I know how difficult it is to ask for help. I strive to build a safe and trusting space in order to help that person feel respected and heard. I have found the practice of empathy and compassion central is building a strong therapeutic relationship. I seek to help individuals reduce negative self worth, guilt/shame, and fear. I help clients come out of isolation and self criticism and learn to take effective committed action in their behalf. I help clients see the importance of living with integrity,wisdom, humility. I have worked as a clinical social worker for over 25 years. I strive to understand a person’s attachment history, how their belief system either helps or hinders them, and how they can use their values to address meaningful goals in their life. My work has been influenced by the 12 step AA recovery process, attachment theory,neurobiology, mindfulness meditation, CBT, DBT and ACT ( acceptance and commitment therapy) Being a therapist is a sacred trust. The process I practi