Available
he/him
Michael ChavezLCSW
High satisfaction rate with clients
Nice to meet you
Hello, my name is Michael Chavez, LCSW, and I provide individual therapy to adults facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, substance use issues and work-related stress. I understand how tough life can be. Before I became a therapist, I went through my own challenges — unhoused, unemployed, and struggling with substance use. Getting clean and sober and working my way through 8 years of college wasn’t easy, but it shaped the way I show up for others now: with understanding, patience, and zero judgment.
About Michael
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO
Communication Style
Action-oriented, Authentic, Casual, Engaging, Instructive
Focus areas
Addiction (not substance use), Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Individual Therapy, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Substance Use, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
Geriatric clients
Years of Experience
13+
I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to help clients let go of negative thoughts and replace them with healthier ones, focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
License number
#LCSW29473
Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Languages Spoken
English
Education
MSW - Social Work, California State University
Interests
I am a Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Dodgers fan. I listen to classic rock music and ride a pedal-assist e-bike for exercise.
License details
Michael Chavez,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
#LCSW29473 (exp April 2028)