Michael Ceely, LMFT

Online Counseling for Men

It's time for a calmer, more confident life.

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Michael Ceely, LMFT

Online Counseling for Men

It's time for a calmer, more confident life.

Michael Ceely, LMFT

Online Counseling for Men

It's time for a calmer, more confident life.

Online Counseling for Men in California | San Francisco Bay Area

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Areas of Specialization

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    Athletes

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    Common Challenges for Men

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    Stress & Anxiety

    Are you trying to achieve your goals but feel held back by overthinking, perfectionism or anxiety?

    Work & Career Issues

    Are you working hard in your business or career but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward?
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    Life Transitions

    Feeling stressed about a major life transition, like marriage, a breakup, becoming a father, or moving to a new city?

    Sport Performance

    Are you a competitive athlete striving for the next level, but feel stressed, self-critical, or burned out?
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    If you’re going through any of these challenges, you're not alone...

    Hi, I'm Michael Ceely

    I help men conquer stress, get clarity on their problems, and take positive action to get back on track.


    Too many men today sacrifice their health, relationships and happiness chasing an outdated paradigm of success.


    There’s a better way. I can help you find a calmer, more confident life, where you're thriving and successful, without all the stress.

    More About My Approach

    Hi, I'm Michael

    Too many men today sacrifice their health, relationships and happiness chasing an outdated paradigm of success.


    There’s a better way. I can help you find a calmer, more confident life, where you're thriving and successful, without all the stress.

    More About My Approach

    Does this sound like you?

    You're a high achiever with high standards, but you feel overwhelmed and you're worrying a lot about the future.


    Lately you've been dwelling on a number of worst-case scenarios and feeling indecisive and unable to move forward.


    Because of all the stress, your motivation is low and you're skipping the things that bring you joy, like working out, or spending time with friends.


    Maybe things have gotten to the point where your relationships are starting to suffer.


    Sound familiar? It doesn't have to be this way...

    What if there was a better way?

    What if you could continue to achieve at a high level without all the stress?


    What if you got back your motivation and felt in control again?


    What if your relationships were as strong as your work resume?


    What if you discovered your own unique work-life balance, so you could start enjoying things again?


    Sound good? All of this is possible...

    Replace Stress with Calm and Confidence

    ✔ Less Stress

    Learn to conquer stress, regain control, and stop worst-case scenario thinking before it gets out of hand.

    ✔ More Confidence

    Be more decisive and start trusting yourself again by eliminating procrastination and perfectionism.

    ✔ Lasting Change

    By practicing the right skills and habits, you'll create a new baseline, a new sustainable standard for success.

    More Calm

    Learn to conquer stress, regain control, and stop worst-case scenario thinking before it gets out of hand.

    More Confidence

    Be more decisive and start trusting yourself again by eliminating procrastination and perfectionism.

    Lasting Change

    By practicing the right skills and habits, you'll create a new baseline, a new sustainable standard for success.

    How It Works: 3 Steps to Feeling Better

    1. Eliminate the Barriers

    Men often find their progress blocked by old patterns or limiting beliefs, which leads to stress, conflict and burnout.


    My approach to counseling is based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a powerful tool for personal change.


    CBT helps you identify and remove limiting beliefs and behaviors so you can solve your problems in a more effective way.

    2. Strengthen Your Skills

    Working with me, you'll learn powerful emotional, relational, and behavioral skills.


    We won't just talk about these skills during counseling sessions. I'll show you how to apply them in the real world.


    Your new skills will eventually become your new default. You'll get better at handling situations that once felt overwhelming.

    3. Achieve Your Goals

    As you reach your goals, we'll taper off sessions so you won't slip back into old patterns. We'll make sure you're 100% confident and ready to "graduate" from therapy.


    In summary, you'll establish a calmer, more confident way of responding to life's challenges.


    Counseling does take some work, but the effort is worth it. Whatever you're going through now, things can get better.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Are sessions online or in-person?

      All therapy sessions are conducted online via a secure video platform. We can also talk by phone.


      Learn more about online therapy vs in-person therapy.

    • What are your fees for services?

      My fee is $250 for a standard 50 minute counseling session.


      Extended sessions are also available (please ask about current rates).

    • Do you accept insurance?

      I am an out-of-network therapy provider, meaning your insurance may reimburse a portion of my fee, reducing your overall cost.


      Insurance plans that reimburse for therapy include PPO's and HSA's. They usually cover a percentage of your fees, but not the total amount. 


      Contact your insurance provider and ask if they cover out-of-network psychotherapy services.


      Read more about insurance vs private pay. 

    • How do I know if counseling will work?

      Counseling with me is goal-oriented. I will let you know upfront if I think I can help you achieve your goals.


      The best way to see if I can help is to schedule a free phone call.


      Read my blog post about how to make the most of  counseling. 

    • How long should I be in counseling?

      On average, clients do about 10-12 sessions. Of course this will vary, depending on your goals. 


      We won't end therapy before you're ready. Likewise, I won't create a dependent relationship where you never feel ready to end counseling. 


      Once you achieve your goals, you may be ready to move on, or you might choose to taper off sessions until it feels right for you to end therapy.

    • What is cognitive behavioral therapy?

      Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a goal-oriented style of therapy that focuses on changing the way you think about, and react to, challenging events. 


      CBT empowers you with the "observer mind" so that you can examine your own automatic thoughts and reactions that keep you stuck.


      By replacing your reactive thoughts and behaviors with informed, positive responses, you gain more control over your life, which leads to more satisfaction and less stress. 


      Learn more about how CBT works in my blog post.

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