- Client-centered approach
- Practical strategies
- Calm and direct style
About Michael
Dr. Michael Altekruse is a Wisconsin psychologist with 25 years of professional experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting questions, depression, and ADHD. He keeps language clear and direct so worried parents can read fast and understand what happens in sessions.
He starts by learning what brought a person to therapy and what matters most to them. Sessions look at the goals a person has and the obstacles that get in the way of reaching those goals. He pays attention to family of origin issues, fatherhood concerns, caregiver stress, and communication problems when they matter to the work.
Dr. Altekruse uses practical approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. That means conversations are guided by the client's needs and focused on workable steps rather than long lectures. He aims to help people notice small, useful changes that add up over time.
He brings a calm, respectful style and a sense of humor to sessions. He does not promise all the answers and expects clients to choose how they want to act on what they learn. Many people find this straightforward approach helpful when managing mood, impulsivity, guilt, shame, or midlife questions.
If a parent is worried about behavior, attachment, or feeling isolated, Dr. Altekruse will listen carefully and help set clear, realistic goals. He invites people to take the next step when they feel ready to work on change.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and following what matters to the person. In practice this means the therapist reflects concerns, asks about priorities, and supports clients in deciding next steps. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together and uses concrete exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT can help with anxiety, mood, and impulsivity by teaching practical skills.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with the client about goals and preferences and then suggest ways of working that fit those aims. This is a collaborative process where the client helps guide what methods are tried and adjusted over time.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins that focus on homework or skill practice. It also gives flexibility for sessions that are quicker or that avoid camera use when helpful. Talk with the therapist about what will best match your schedule and the kind of support you want.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting concerns, depression, and ADHD along with related problems like attachment, fatherhood issues, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His work is client-centered and practical. He helps people set goals, identify what gets in the way, and try manageable steps toward change.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of professional experience, including time in college counseling centers and a school district working with a wide range of concerns and ages.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed as WI Psychologist 2118-57 and practices in Wisconsin.
What languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.