Dr. Michael Hayes

Dr. Michael Hayes is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee with 21 years of experience. He helps people who feel stuck by addressing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, family conflict, grief, and coping with life changes. He also works on issues such as body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, control struggles, and workplace difficulties.

In sessions he focuses on listening first and making space for people to talk through what matters to them. He uses Client-Centered ideas to follow each person's priorities and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. The Gottman Method is part of his work with people who want concrete tools for communication and repair in close relationships.

His style is direct and practical. He helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck and tests small changes that can shift those patterns. Conversations often include skills to manage anxiety, steps to rebuild trust after separation, or ways to handle caregiving stress without overwhelm.

Many people come when a job change, a loss, or a relationship ending has left them unsure what comes next. He can help clarify what matters now and break larger problems into manageable steps. For international clients and those outside Tennessee, sessions are available in English but confirm session options before booking.

To begin, visitors complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The service uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy in his work means the therapist listens closely and follows what the client names as important. Online sessions use that same focus to help people clarify priorities and speak about what feels most pressing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is presented as practical steps to spot unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes that reduce anxiety or increase confidence. The Gottman Method offers concrete communication exercises and repair techniques for people navigating relationship strain.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will discuss which methods seem most useful and adjust based on your goals and preferences. That conversation is collaborative and looks at what you want to try first, whether that's skills for anxiety, tools for relationship repair, or clearer boundaries at work.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a lunch break, avoid travel time, or allow a shorter phone check-in when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to keep steady momentum between in-person meetings or to continue support after a move. Ask about formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions fit your everyday routine.