- Years in practice
- 11
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Pennsylvania
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Michael
Rev. Michael Abell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania who combines years of pastoral work with clinical counseling. He brings 11 years of counseling experience and a background in ministry to help people facing parenting and family challenges.
He speaks English and frames sessions in straightforward, practical terms. Michael draws on work with many different people over two decades in ministry and counseling. He focuses on everyday problems like stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting pressures, and blended family dynamics.
Background and approach
He also supports people dealing with grief, addiction-related issues, trauma and abuse, and questions around forgiveness or fatherhood. In sessions he centers the client's experience and uses clear, hands-on methods. He employs client-centered listening so people feel heard.
He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and solution-focused steps to set small, manageable goals. His style is encouraging and team-oriented. He describes himself as a supporter and an encourager who helps clients turn ideas from sessions into real-life change.
He emphasizes practical steps parents can try between meetings. People interested in working on career stress, intimacy concerns, ADHD, or family-of-origin issues will find a practical approach. Michael aims to help people move from where they are to where they want to be using concrete strategies and steady support.
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Michael helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- ADHD
- Blended family issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Young adult issues
Approaches Michael lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's perspective. It helps people feel heard and make choices that match their values, which can be useful for parenting or relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts affect feelings and behavior. It offers clear tools to change unhelpful thinking patterns and to build new habits, helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
The therapist will work with each person to find the best approach. That choice is collaborative and based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. Sessions may shift approaches as progress is made or as new issues arise.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video calls let people talk face-to-face from wherever they are. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera time is limited. Live chat and text messaging can be used for shorter check-ins, quick problem-solving, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it simpler to keep continuity of care and to fit therapy into busy family lives.
Questions people ask about Michael
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with common issues like stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, grief, substance use concerns, trauma and abuse, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a supportive, team-oriented approach that centers the client's experience and focuses on practical steps to try between sessions.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has 11 years of counseling experience and a long history in pastoral ministry, combining real-world counseling with clinical practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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