Real options.
Real ways forward.
The same argument. The reaction you regret. The past showing up in the present. We’ll connect the pattern to what’s behind it—and work on what you can do differently.
Individual online therapy for adults in New York, Colorado, and Connecticut.
More than one thing can be true.
Anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, men’s issues, life transitions, burnout, self-worth, family estrangement, childhood abuse, substance use and co-occurring disorders can overlap. We can make room for the whole picture, including your relationships, creativity, and goals.
Explore the full range of therapy topics
The work we can do together
Individual therapy for adultsTrauma & childhood experiences
Work through trauma from childhood or adulthood, including sexual abuse, and its impact on trust, self-worth, and closeness. You don’t have to tell your whole story in the first conversation.
Therapy for men after childhood sexual abuse ↗
Relationships & rebuilding trust
Make sense of recurring conflict, communicate more openly, and work toward changes in how you relate to the people who matter to you.
Substance use & recovery
Individual therapy for concerns about alcohol or drug use, making changes, and navigating recovery. Explore triggers, coping skills, relationships, and practical steps that support your goals. We’ll discuss whether outpatient therapy fits your needs.
Identity, purpose &
career changes
Explore questions about work, job changes, self-worth, and what you want your life to look like now.
Anxiety & stress
Work on worry, overwhelm, and patterns that make it hard to feel present. Explore practical ways to cope with stress and respond to difficult thoughts and feelings.
Adult ADHD
Explore how attention, organization, follow-through, and emotional regulation affect daily life. Build practical strategies around your needs, responsibilities, and relationships.
Compulsive patterns
Talk openly about problematic pornography use or sexual behavior that feels difficult to control. Understand patterns and their impact, and work toward changes that fit your goals.
Creativity, expression & finding your voice
Space to explore your creative life—whether it’s your profession, a passion, or something you want to reconnect with. Work through creative blocks, perfectionism, self-doubt, and the pressure to produce. Explore what expressing yourself means to you, with room for identity beyond your work.
A session with
something to
work on.
Your history matters. So does what happens after you close the laptop. We’ll give attention to both.
The focus and pace depend on you. These are examples of how we can turn a concern into work we can do together.
Get specific about what’s happening.
Bring a conversation, a reaction, a decision, or a pattern you want to understand. We’ll look at what sets it off and what keeps it going.
Work out what to try.
That might mean rehearsing a difficult conversation, setting a boundary, responding to a trigger, or breaking a decision into manageable steps.
Bring real life back into the room.
We’ll look at what happened, what helped, and where you got stuck—then adjust the work together.
Michael Lockwood.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
New York · Colorado · Connecticut
I bring professional training and lived experience to this work. My approach is solutions-focused: understand what’s happening, consider your options, and work on a next step that fits your life.
I work with adult men and women. Men’s trauma—from childhood experiences to present-day relationships, communication, and rebuilding trust—is a particular focus.
I’m also an artist. There’s room here for creativity, identity beyond productivity, and the parts of you that don’t fit neatly into a job title.
You can bring the unfinished version.
You don’t need a polished explanation or a plan. Start with what’s been difficult and what you want to be different.
Talk about fit first.
A 15-minute initial conversation to ask questions and discuss whether working together makes sense.
Request an initial conversationChoose “Initial Consultation,” then “Video Office.” Check the time zone shown. Requests need confirmation.
Request a therapy session.
Individual time with Michael to understand your concerns, identify a focus, and work on next steps together.
Explore sessions & payment optionsSelect insurance plans are available through Headway in NY and CO. Plan, location, availability, and cost are confirmed before scheduling.
Out-of-network benefits?
Superbills are available on request for eligible out-of-network therapy services. A superbill is an itemized document you can submit to your insurer to request reimbursement. Check your plan’s benefits, deductible, and provider eligibility before starting; reimbursement is not guaranteed. The $150 session fee remains payable to the practice.
A superbill includes diagnosis and service information. We’ll discuss eligibility and what information it contains before preparing one. Coaching is separate from therapy and is not offered as an insurance-reimbursable service.
Looking for coaching?
Ask about goal-focused support with creative direction, personal projects, and follow-through. Coaching is separate from mental-health treatment. We’ll confirm fit and location eligibility before arranging services.
Ask about coaching →Please keep email inquiries general; don’t include personal health details.
A few things you might be wondering.
Will you tell me what to do?
I’ll help you think through options, offer ideas, and practice useful ways to respond. We’ll work together on what fits your situation; your choices remain yours.
Do I have to start with my whole history?
No. We can start with what is happening now and what feels manageable. You don’t need to tell your whole story in the first conversation.
What if I’m not sure what I need?
That can be the starting point. An initial conversation gives you room to ask questions and discuss whether this approach could fit.
Can I use insurance or ask about other times?
Select insurance plans are available through Headway for clients in New York and Colorado. Check your specific plan before booking. Daytime sessions are available; other hours may be possible by arrangement for direct self-pay. Availability and eligibility are confirmed before scheduling.