Michael Morar, LMFT
Practical, narrative-informed therapy for everyday struggles
Details
| Name | Michael Morar |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LMFT |
| Based in | California |
| Licensed in | California, Texas |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 9 |
About Michael
Michael Morar is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California with nine years of clinical experience. He meets people where they are and helps them sort through stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, and depression. His language is plain and direct, and he focuses on practical steps rather than labels.
He keeps sessions conversational and interactive. Michael listens for patterns in a person's story and uses those observations to shape short, doable plans.
Background and approach
He often suggests small behavior experiments and focused conversations to test changes between sessions. Michael draws on narrative ideas to help people reframe difficult experiences. He also uses client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the person in front of him, and mindfulness tools to slow down intense feelings.
This mix aims to make work in therapy feel relevant and grounded. Michael avoids shaming language and treats people with respect and sensitivity. He helps clients clarify values and priorities, and then breaks larger goals into practical steps.
Progress often comes from trying one small change and discussing what happened next. He welcomes straightforward conversations about goals, setbacks, and next steps. People who prefer a collaborative, down-to-earth approach often find his style fits well.
Michael models patience and keeps the focus on what a client wants to try next.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse among the things Michael works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Cancer
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Jungian Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Systemic Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Michael directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Michael directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Narrative and Practical Approaches for Online Care
The work often begins by looking at the stories people tell about their lives. Narrative Therapy helps name those stories and separate people from problems, which can make issues like grief, addiction, or relationship difficulty feel more manageable. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's experience and priorities, with the therapist following the client's pace and concerns. Jungian ideas can also appear in conversations about meaning and personal symbols, helping with deeper questions about identity and purpose.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and together decide which ideas and techniques to try. Adjustments happen along the way so the plan stays useful and relevant to the person's life.
Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video works well for face-to-face conversation, while phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins and ongoing reflection between sessions and can fit into a busy schedule. These options help people make therapy accessible around work, family, and travel commitments.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment, body image, and isolation.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is conversational and practical. He uses short behavior experiments and focused conversations to try out changes between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of clinical experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and Texas and is based in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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