- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- Practical skills
About Michael
Michael Levittan is a California licensed marriage and family therapist with 30 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people address stress, anxiety, relationship strains, trauma and parenting concerns. He aims to create an open space where clients can speak freely and feel heard.
He listens without judgment and works collaboratively to clarify what matters most. Sessions are practical and grounded in real concerns like managing panic, coping with grief from separation, or handling anger at home. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and skill-building.
Michael emphasizes small, actionable steps that fit into everyday life. He helps people practice communication skills, set healthier boundaries, and reduce overwhelming worry. For parents, he supports clearer routines and stronger responses to challenging behaviors.
Over three decades he has worked with many people facing shame, isolation, or questions of life purpose. He also addresses social anxiety, control issues, and lingering effects of trauma. His approach balances direct guidance with room for personal reflection.
Clients who prefer straightforward talk and practical tools may find his style helpful. He encourages courage and steady progress rather than quick fixes. To begin, readers are invited to consider what change would matter most to them.
Evidence-based techniques adapted for online work
Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach helps people learn coping skills for anxiety and panic - breathing and grounding techniques, gradual exposure to feared situations, and step-by-step plans to reduce avoidance. Another approach centers on improving communication and conflict handling by teaching clear listening and speaking skills, role practice, and planning new interactions to try at home.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try strategies together and adjust as needed. Clients are involved in decisions about pacing and focus so the work matches real-life needs.
Confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and reduce travel time. It also lets people use shorter check-ins when time is tight or choose formats that require less bandwidth if needed. Discuss scheduling and format details when beginning so sessions fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael help with?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, and anger, along with related areas like communication problems and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He creates an open, nonjudgmental space and works collaboratively to set goals and practice practical skills between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of professional experience working with a variety of personal and relational concerns.
What credentials and region should I know about?
He holds the LMFT credential as a California licensed marriage and family therapist and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; check scheduling and any regional considerations when booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.