Michael is hands down the absolute best therapist I've ever had or seen in the last 7 years I've been struggling and after I opened up and told Mike my story he nailed everything about me on the head. I cried for 2 days straight because no one had ever explained what I had endured the torment like Mike did and correlated it with who I am and why I did and do the things I do. No one, not ever has taken the time to peg me like Mike has and I'm sticking with him until either he gives up on me or vice versa, but I don't think that will happen. I can't recommend Michael as highly as I can. Out of 10 stars I'd give him an 11+.... He's that good. Sincerely, Tim O'Hara
Michael Boretz, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Michael was sensitive to my needs and made time for all of my concerns. He customized his methods to my needs and opened me up to mindfulness techniques that helped me with my mood. I looked forward to speaking with Mike every week and was sad that I had to find somebody new to help me. Thanks, Mike.
More about Michael
- 3 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I have been practicing as a therapist in California for 25 years, and am currently licensed as a clinical social worker. The bulk of my professional experience has been working with incarcerated men, and working with clients coping with anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. The services I provide do not include faith based practice, which means the advice I provide will never be based on any scripture, but based on sound clinical social work theory and practice. Our combined and shared life experiences, and the level of trust which you place in me as a support to you on a human level are the foundation upon which you will move in a direction of betterment of your choice. "Therapy ... Counseling," whatever you want to call it is frequently a philosophical exercise; your desire for change leading to questions leading to insights leading to positive change. As a professional, I stick to what I know. I offer my services based on our shared understanding of the difficulties you present to me. If the difficulties you face are more of a 'problem in living' as opposed to suffering diagnosed mental illness, or if the difficulties you are facing at this time are rooted in a difficulty coping with, or adjusting to a build up of stress in what has been an otherwise normal life course, the intervention or interventions we choose, we will design to fit your needs at this time. My career experience has afforded me the opportunity to work with clients who have faced among the most difficult life circumstances. I like to think that I bring my skills to you, rather than expect a set model of interventions will best suit your needs.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Domestic violence
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Men's issues
Narcissism
Personality disorders
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
Licenses
Michael Boretz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558601708.
- LCSW · California · 20610 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Michael Boretz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Michael is hands down the absolute best therapist I've ever had or seen in the last 7 years I've been struggling and after I opened up and told Mike my story he nailed everything about me on the head. I cried for 2 days straight because no one had ever explained what I had endured the torment like Mike did and correlated it with who I am and why I did and do the things I do. No one, not ever has taken the time to peg me like Mike has and I'm sticking with him until either he gives up on me or vice versa, but I don't think that will happen. I can't recommend Michael as highly as I can. Out of 10 stars I'd give him an 11+.... He's that good. Sincerely, Tim O'Hara
Michael was sensitive to my needs and made time for all of my concerns. He customized his methods to my needs and opened me up to mindfulness techniques that helped me with my mood. I looked forward to speaking with Mike every week and was sad that I had to find somebody new to help me. Thanks, Mike.
Mike tailors therapy to meet my mental health needs. He is a cheerleader when progress is being made and to keep the process going. I view the world in a different way since I have met Mike and my life is better from my teachings.
Mike is one of the rare and exceptional therapists I've ever come across. I love his input and knowledge. I used to think therapy was a joke but Mike has laid some simple but heavy introspections I'd never considered. Thank You Mike, Tim
Michael has been great to work with so far!
I am very grateful for the Therapy experience I had Michael Borezt (Mike). He was a perfect match for my expressed needs. His expertise and experience are in invaluable. But what I believe is just as important if not more was the commitment and care he took moving at a pace that I was ok with as we went through the Theraputic process. I've been able to become aware of root causes of stuck patterns in my life and get tools I can apply to help make my everyday life better moving forward. Thank you:)
I think Mike had a good idea of my issues in a short period of time which was helpful. He had good suggestions on what I may want to consider in my journey back to complete wellness!
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael Boretz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael Boretz works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michael Boretz speak?
Michael Boretz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael Boretz have?
Michael Boretz has 3 years of experience.
Where is Michael Boretz licensed to practice?
Michael Boretz is licensed to practice in California.
Does Michael Boretz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michael Boretz does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michael Boretz offer?
Michael Boretz offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michael Boretz?
Michael Boretz can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michael Boretz?
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