Michael Farley, LCSW

Licensed in North Carolina · 13 years in practice

Michael Farley is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in North Carolina.

License and registration

LCSW, North Carolina: C009427 · expires March 2026
NPI: 1760513469 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 13
Languages: English

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About Michael

Michael Farley is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in North Carolina. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and low self-esteem. He focuses on practical steps that can reduce overwhelm and build confidence over time.

He brings 13 years of professional experience to sessions and adapts his approach to each person's needs. Conversations are straightforward and respectful. Michael aims to make therapy a place where people feel heard and can try new ways to cope.

Background and approach

In sessions he listens for what matters most and then works with clients to set short-term goals. That could mean learning tools to calm panic, practicing clearer communication, or finding ways to manage caregiver stress. He encourages small, achievable changes that add up.

Michael emphasizes compassion and sensitivity. He helps clients sort through guilt, shame, loneliness, and questions about life purpose. He also supports people dealing with impulsivity, sexual concerns, and social anxiety by breaking problems into manageable parts.

People who meet with him can expect a tailored plan and regular check-ins on progress. He explains options in plain language and adjusts the plan as needs change. The work is practical, collaborative, and aimed at restoring a greater sense of agency and well-being.

Focus areas and approaches

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Online support

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Michael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach teaches skills to manage anxiety and panic, such as breathing strategies, grounding, and step-by-step exposure to feared situations to reduce avoidance. These techniques aim to lower acute symptoms and build confidence in stressful moments.

Another key approach centers on improving communication and problem solving in relationships. This involves identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing clearer ways to express needs, and rehearsing new behaviors during sessions so they feel easier to use in daily life. It can help with loneliness, conflict, and caregiving stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Plans are reviewed and adjusted over time so the approach matches what is most helpful.

Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video helps when visual cues matter, phone calls can be useful when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat can support shorter check-ins or ongoing encouragement between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between meetings.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Michael help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and low self-esteem, plus related issues like caregiver stress, loneliness, and panic attacks.

What is his approach to therapy?

Sessions are practical and goal-focused, with clear steps to try between meetings. Conversations are adapted to each person's situation.

How much experience does he have?

Michael has 13 years of professional experience working with people on mood, relationship, and stress-related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and practices there.

Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Michael meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

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