Dr. Michaels is a licensed professional Clinical Counselor. He holds a Ph.D. of Philosophy in
Clinical Christian Counseling.
He has also acquired the following certifications, degrees and recognitions:
Bachelor of Science.
Degree in Ministry, M.A in Missions,
Certified Temperament Pastoral Counselor (TPC), Ordained chaplain under (World Council of Independent Christian
Churches) WCICC,
Trained in Group Crisis Intervention and Assisting Individuals in Crisis at UMBC and ICISF,
Certified Temperament Counselor (CTC),
Certified Temperament Pastoral Counselor (CTPC).
Dr. Michales received the Certificate of Appreciation in Recognition of outstanding service in the best interests and in
the highest traditions of the State of Tennessee. He also received the Certificate of Appreciation of many years of
dedication and service to help empower youth, strengthen families, and motivate positive change in the community from
Shelby County Mayor. He also received the Certificate of Completion for Arlington Clergy and Police
Partnership(A.C.A.P.P).
Dr. Michaels is interested in treating a wide array of issues including but not limited to: marital issues, depression,
anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders, grief, loss, eating disorders, substance-related and addictive disorders.
One of the earmarks of Dr. Michael's therapy is his compassion and attention to detail. It is his life experience that
has shaped his method of delivering help and support to his clients. Those who have the opportunity to receive sessions
have testified about the compassionate and professional way in which he delivers therapy.
He also has a strong passion and interest in working with young people, marriages, the depressed and the lost-- those
who seek answers for life. His goals are to provide services including counseling, mentoring and mental support to
individuals of all walks of life.
Dr. Michael is also a minister and a missionary who has traveled around the world and has engaged with various cultures
and traditions giving him invaluable experience in relating to and managing people no matter their background.
He has served as a consultant to organizations involving training in personal development. He has also contributed to
the growth in nations like Southern Africa, Western Africa, United Kingdom and the United States. His aim is to improve
the overall well being of every individual or client that he encounters.
In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and their 3 children. He enjoys spending time with
church family, learning new things, meeting interesting people, reading and living a healthy lifestyle-- striving for
maximum health in mind, body, soul and spirit.