Michael White, LICSW

Michael White is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life changes. He writes plainly and listens closely to figure out what matters most to each person. His work focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions to feel more steady and in control.

He brings ten years of experience across clinical settings, including inpatient psychiatric work and individual counseling in schools. That background means he is used to supporting people through both sudden crises and longer-term struggles. He uses approaches that emphasize clear goals and small, concrete changes rather than lengthy theories.

During sessions he and the client set the goals together and track progress in simple ways. Michael draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new actions. He also uses client-centered techniques to keep the conversation focused on the person's own priorities.

People often come for help with relationships, work stress, caregiver strain, mood problems, or issues like guilt, shame, and self-esteem. He also addresses addictions, trauma and abuse, and challenges related to sexual orientation. Michael aims to make each plan realistic and tailored to daily life.

Sessions are offered in English and are scheduled around what works for the person. He practices in Rhode Island as a MA LICSW and RI LICSW and uses a collaborative, straightforward style to help people move toward their goals.

Practical approaches for online therapy

Michael commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in his online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small changes that can improve mood and daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy emphasizes noticing painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and clarifying values to guide action, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. Together they adjust the plan over time based on what helps most.

Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat allows shorter check-ins during a busy day, and messaging supports ongoing coaching between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or other routines while using approaches that focus on practical change.