I'm incredibly grateful for my therapy sessions with Michael. From the very beginning, he created a safe and judgment-free space where I felt truly heard. He's extremely patient, takes the time to really listen, and is thoughtful in how he responds to your needs rather than rushing the process. I came into therapy knowing I had a lot of healing to do, and Michael met me exactly where I was. His calm presence and genuine care made it easier to open up and work through things at my own pace. Each session felt intentional, supportive, and grounding. If you're looking for a therapist who truly listens, respects your journey, and supports real healing, I highly recommend Michael. read more

I decided to book an appointment with Michael based on his reviews here on Yelp. After investing time with him I can say with 100% certainty that he deserves every amazing compliment given to him. I've been to highly regarded therapists who spread out meetings for months, consuming unnecessary time and investment. His superpower is that he epitomized complete altruism with laser sharp discernment and focused attention that facilitated deep healing of emotional wounds so buried I didn't even know they existed. He also leaves the door open for further growth and healing without feeling locked into a contractual relationship. Honestly he should patent his Method for all coaches to follow! I give him the highest possible rating and encourage others to not hesitate reaching out to him. read more

Michael is a great listener and is very attentive. He really tries to see the perspective of all parties and conversations. I've had a great experience with him. I think he is very honest and tries to relate to the patient. I never felt judged and I felt able to express myself in sessions. He tries to help you to recognize the hidden setbacks that we may be holding onto subconsciously and consciously. I recommend this to anybody that would want to heal trauma from their childhood and trauma in their current lives. read more

Michael is a top-tier life coach to me. He explained his process early on, then listened. He found gaps in my thinking which allowed me see things in a different light. He speaks from a place of vulnerability and experience which to me makes him authentic. He's not perfect, and that's okay. He's human. His sessions were exactly what I needed and that's all that matters. Thank you Michael! read more

Michael is a very intuitive and wise man to speak with. His insights are powerful and I'm able to learn something new about myself every time I connect with him. I enjoy his calm and sensitive nature. I highly recommend him! read more

He is amazing and I leave each session with new insights and feeling good. I was skeptical about therapy but this is definitely worth it and needed. 100% recommend. read more

I am extremely happy with my coaching experience. I never feel rushed with Michael. He really takes his time and listens to me. He's very empathetic and professional. My mental health and overall well being has improved immensely. Thank you coach Michael. read more

Michael has excellent instinct and was able to help me understand how my childhood trauma was impacting my current-day reality and relationships. Like others have mentioned in his Yelp reviews, he dives straight into the crux of the issue to understand and unpack deep subconscious patterns. At times, I felt that he was a bit leading and prescriptive and leaned too much into intergenerational trauma (his specialty), which was at times hard for me to fully grasp or buy-into (perhaps I am just a skeptic!). Those types of insights are often unpacked with a professional and licensed therapist, which I am not sure if he is or not (based on credentials that I saw on his website). Also, not a big deal, but he seemed a bit distracted in some of our sessions with the "work from home/virtual" nature of our visits. That being said, I would recommend giving Michael a shot to see if he could be a good fit for you! read more

Completely honest review - showed up 5min late because he had to attend to his baby multiple times throughout the session. Definitely felt distracted during the session. The content of what Michael said is very insightful and useful, but it just didn't feel like a conversation. It felt like he was reading from his usual script. If you've never been in therapy or looked into unpacking your family trauma, this can be a good start, but if you've already started on that journey, he won't necessarily bring anything new and it won't feel very personal either. read more

Michael is full of wisdom beyond his years. Great listener and able to get to the root of one's challenges

My partner and I have attended 4 sessions w Michael and plan on continuing to do so as he has been of instrumental help to us while we work through the difficult IVF process. He actively listens to us and makes insightful observations that have been enlightening, giving me a different perspective and approach. I've worked w numerous therapists in the past but have felt that few were able to open my mind as Michael has been in the few sessions we've had thus far. I've felt calmer and more at peace since commencing the sessions w him and am hopeful and optimistic for the family we are wishing to build w Micheal's guidance. Thank you, Michael, for making us feel like you truly care during our sessions! read more

Michael is a great therapist. He's helped me find my child hood traumas that I've kept hidden for so long. He's a great listener, never judgmental and always open minded. I strongly recommend him if you are looking for a therapist. read more

I would really recommend working with Michael. When I had my session, I felt truly listened to, which has not always been my experience with previous counselors. What I really appreciated was that he did not just give me "coping skills," which is the typical approach of so many psychologists, but actually tried to help me understand the root of the problems and feelings I brought up, particularly in relation to my family. read more

Mike is such an amazing person! Full of tons of wisdom! He helped me unpack some struggles I've been carrying for years and had no idea I even had. He was able to unpack my story in such a short period of time and yet brought about some amazing results for me mentally. I'm walking away feeling like a new man bud now understanding just a little bit more of why I am the way I am. read more

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I was referred to Michael by a friend and being as this was my first time ever talking to a Therapist, I was super hesitant about the process of opening up, and actually facing my fears/issues. I had this premonition that Therapists just sit there, let you do all the talking and that was one of my fears. Instead, he engaged with me on several topics from the very first session, which made me feel comfortable and I was able to open up naturally. After each session, I'm able to find clarity and a sense of relief with the trauma I'm facing. I definitely recommend giving him a chance if you were on the fence like me! read more

Michael is an outstanding therapist! I've been to therapists over the past several years and have never encountered someone that offers a structural approach to understanding ourselves and understanding how our childhood experiences influences the way we handle or react to conflict in all relationships. Every time my partner and I finish a session, we walk away with multiple insights and a better understanding of how to foster a healthy relationship with ourselves and with each other. read more

Michael is great! So amazing. He really gets to the heart of issues in a caring but efficient way. Amazing family systems and inner child work. I felt some clarity and relief after first session. Helpful with healing trauma. His books are amazing too. Check them out. read more

He offers objective insight into ourselves and our relationship. Excited to discover what is next..Thank you Michael for not being judgemental and opening us to other perspectives beyond what we are used to. That is what this type of work is about. *thumbs up* read more

High regard for Michael's approach for healing. Gets right to the issue and expounds from there.

First session with Michael went great, I never thought that even one session will make me feel this good. I'm excited for the upcoming ones. If you're looking to heal this is the place. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Michael. There is one thing that makes Michael so unique and helpful...he gets down to business...he does not spend an hour shaking his head yes and just let you blab on and on in circles. He is an excellent listener but great at navigating the conversation. He's good at making the most of the time together and get down too the heart of the issue and the root cause. Then gives powerful solutions to help the healing process. I can't thank him enough. He is the best counselor I've ever had. I consider myself very blessed to have him in my corner. The month I have spent with him has made a powerful and positive difference in my life. read more

I highly recommend Michael. All of his insights and observations have been spot on and he has been very helpful in shining light on the root cause of every issue as well as how to go about addressing them. Very attentive and professional with a really soothing presence. read more

Michael has been instrumental in my healing of anger management. He told me that my anger is a coping mechanism for unmet emotional needs. I didn't want to open up but has an inviting personality. I am glad I did. His strategies and guidance gave me the courage to practice and be vulnerable. I still have work to do but he has given me life's skills that are invaluable. read more

I haven't been seeing Michael for long but I can say since I started I have had some more clarity on the dark place I felt I was in. And we were able to start unraveling things little by little each session. It's been a journey but I am happy that he has been able to shed some light on the things I am going through. I hope to continue seeing self growth and I am glad I made the choice fo start doing therapy read more

About a few weeks ago, I started scrolling on yelp for a Therapist and came across "Heal from the Ground Up" the name stood out to me , so I went ahead and heard a conversation that Michael had on his website with a client and decided to give it a go myself. I don't regret making that choice. Michael is helping me take the necessary steps I couldn't do before, and I am learning through his therapy: "pain is not my enemy." I can't express with words how much care and compassion Michael has in each session. He also wrote a book called : "Who's movie are you in?" Which I highly recommend, its interactive and allows you to understand why we feel the way we do. I highly recommend him as a therapist, very knowledgeable, patient and knows how to connect with you directly. read more

While not exactly what we needed for our specific situation, Michael provided great and attentive service. If you need a life coach there is probably no one better for the job than him. read more

I've been working with Michael for a little over a month, he does a great job getting to the root of a problem. He is easy to talk to and gives good examples of concepts that are a little difficult to understand. My husband started working with Michael first and he loved it so much I signed up and im so glad i did. I've been working through my anxiety, bullying issues at work, and my anger. He gives you tools and things to reflect on to help you process and grow. Thank you Micheal for helping me through some of the toughest times! Last thing i want to mention- Michael is flexible with his times, we have a crazy schedule and he always seems to squeeze us in. read more

My wife and I always though we shared a strong relationship with good communication skills, but we would still quarrel over routine chores and occasionally get into heated arguments. We came to Michael hoping to be able to further strengthen our marriage, even though we thought we were doing pretty well already, and it has been one of the best things for us. We have learned so much about ourselves and each other. The greater understanding of our inner selves and the tools we've learned have met and exceeded our expectations! 10/10, highly recommended! read more

It took me a while to decide on speaking to a therapist and after many referrals and suggestions, I found my way to Michael on Yelp. I felt like his style was aligned with my needs. We're two sessions in and so far so good. Michael has been warm, open, and easy to talk to. I also find the appointment system very easy to use and the facetime calls are what won me over. So convenient and easy to fit into your day, I schedule our sessions during my lunch time and take the calls from my car. It doesn't get easier. read more

I had a fantastic session with Michael with some major epiphanies! I've had years of therapy (cognitive behavioral, family therapy, EFT, EMDR, NET) and was more recently made aware that I have C-PTSD from FSA and anxiety trauma responses. Michael helped me have a few "aha" breakthrough moments of clarity that were the missing links I'd been searching for. He helped me to piece together some of the reasons as to why I was feeling threatened emotionally and psychologically in so many areas of my life. Truly a wonderful man! I will forever be grateful! read more

Highly recommend his services. I've learned a lot in terms of dealing with past trauma and on the road to healing.

Michael is a very knowledgeable therapist. He made me realize things I would have never known. Thanks to Michael, I am more self-aware and can understand why I'm the way I am. read more

Michael is an incredibly gifted and intuitive therapist. He has the capacity to see three layers down from what is happening on the surface, to help you become aware of your own entrenched patterns, and begin to heal. He has helped me recognize the feelings I have repressed or been unable or unwilling to recognize for years, and being them into my awareness. I highly recommend Michael to anyone interested in self-discovery, self-growth, or healing. read more

EXCELLENT!!! Currently, both of our children Is seeing Mr Micheal. Our son is 11 and our daughter is 13 years old. Our son got bullied in school and for our daughter we just wanted her to learn how to express her feelings. Both of our kids are really shy. To our surprise they both were really comfortable with Mr Micheal. It's amazing how they immediately change with their attitude after they talk to Mr Micheal. We are extremely happy with each session's result. GREAT THERAPIST highly recommend!!! read more

Michael came highly recommended from a good friend of mine and he lived up to his reputation! In our very first session, he recommended a few supplements and dietary changes that have completely changed my life. It's amazing how understanding the way food interacts with our body can help us make the right choices. Michael is a great listener, very patient, and understanding. He's easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. Don't let his age fool you. When I first met him, I wondered how he could be a life coach at such a young age but he has lots of experience and knowledge in his field. Michael really tailors each health plan to the individual needs, wants, and even blood type. He is passionate about delivering the right type of personal care. My advise is if you are thinking about going to see him... why not go for a consultation. You only lose a hour out of your day, but have emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health to gain ;) read more

Working with Michael has been great. He helped me get to the root of my emotions and understand where it is all coming from. I'd recommend to anyone, especially in childhood trauma. read more

Michael is wonderful! I highly recommend working with him, as well as checking out his work. I really enjoyed my session with him it was informative, insightful, and it helped me see things with my family in a new way. I have done a lot of work to heal with them already and have come very far with it. It was a little tricky to get "back into" a mental state where I had to think about all the healing that could still be done in regards to early childhood...but healing is an ongoing process isn't it. This work definitely gave me a new perspective to ponder and I would work with Michael again. read more

Thanks to Michael, I have been able to understand my patterns, behaviors and feelings better. He made it possible for me to be more compassionate and therefore at ease with myself. It's tough for me to act like I matter and I am starting to notice that I focus on my needs first, which is a great feeling. I love that Michael is able to relate to you, shared personal experiences and creates a safe environment. I also appreciate his honesty. It's been quite eye-opening! I am so excited that I start to see me value, needs, pain more. Thank you, Michael! read more

I've been seeing Michael for almost half a year now with weekly sessions and I can't say enough good things about him! Prior to starting with Michael, I had seen 2 other therapists before who were great to talk to on a general level, but couldn't really help me with healing from the trauma I've experienced (which is the whole reason I wanted to start therapy!). Since seeing Michael, I feel my entire life has changed for the better. For the first time in my life I am discovering my true self and learning what I truly enjoy/what my passions are, while also recovering/healing from my childhood trauma. I've recommended my friends to Michael and definitely say that if you're on the fence, this is your sign to do it!! read more

Michael is the REAL deal! As an individual who has always been drawn towards holistic wellness and alternative healing, I sought Michael out of curiosity to learn more about his holistic journey. In his vision, healing begins with curing our roots. As such, I met Michael in person and he was compassionate, professional, and makes you feel at ease quickly within the first 15 minutes of our meeting. Very quickly he was able to trace the root causes by asking a series of perceptive questions that help you also gain greater self-awareness. Bonus part, he even upleveled my experience by insightfully digging deeper for me to truly identify my true-self for my vision; that itself is totally invaluable! I'm extremely grateful that he has created his vision of emotional and holistic healing, beginning with healing ourselves as this catapults into healing the community. He is not only professional in his craft, but also amazing and I highly recommend everyone to visit him! I can't wait to see what he will do for the community through his courses and supportive community. Best wishes! -Tiffany read more