What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“I’ve been seeing Michael for therapy, and I can't recommend him highly enough. His holistic and openminded approach creates a space where I feel truly understood and supported. Michael has a great sense of humor, which makes our sessions not only insightful but also enjoyable. He has guided me towards becoming the best version of myself, and I always look forward to our sessions. If you're looking for a therapist who is both compassionate and genuinely committed to your growth, Michael is the one to see.”
More than 1 year ago
“He is very knowledgeable and understanding. He gives solutions. He is very caring as well. He is very passionate about what he does.”
More than 1 year ago
About Michael Sage Vasconez
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Stress Management
Bipolar Disorder
Insomnia
Work-Related Counseling
Bullying
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Compassion Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Michael Sage Vasconez
Aloha! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Miami, FL. I received my Master of Social Work (2017), B.A. in Psychology (2014) and B.S. in Criminal Justice (2014) from the Florida International University (FIU). I am committed to upholding the core values of social work—respect, empathy, and authenticity—and adopting the holistic Person-In-Environment (PIE) perspective. Ten years ago, I first embarked on my professional journey serving in child welfare, as well as adult forensic and homeless populations.
Since 2017, I have been working full time at Citrus Health Network, Inc., one of the largest federally qualified health centers in South Florida, under a grant-funded, coordinated specialty care (CSC), evidence-based program (EBP) known as NAVIGATE, which is designed to treat first episode psychosis. In 2022, the program expanded, and I was designated as Team Leader to help train newcomers. I also supervise a Peer Support Specialist who leverages their lived experience and specialized skills to guide individuals toward wellness in the face of mental health challenges or substance use disorders. I frequently incorporate their insights into my therapy sessions. Since the summer of 2023, I’ve had the honor of serving as a subject matter expert (SME) in psychosis, training Miami police officers in de-escalation techniques and Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) strategies.
I served as a parttime Evaluation Coordinator at the FIU Community-Based Research Institute (CBRI) through a subcontract with nonprofit organization, Gang Alternative, Inc. on the Minority Youth Violence Prevention Project, a 4-year (2017-2021) research grant funded by the Office of Minority Health. This program aimed to reduce violence and substance use among adolescents in high-risk minority communities in Miami, FL, such as Little Haiti and Liberty City. Under the supervision of Dr. Michelle Hospital, I was responsible for coordinating research, as an external evaluator.
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Education and training
- Florida International University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1578103768
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I’ve been seeing Michael for therapy, and I can't recommend him highly enough. His holistic and openminded approach creates a space where I feel truly understood and supported. Michael has a great sense of humor, which makes our sessions not only insightful but also enjoyable. He has guided me towards becoming the best version of myself, and I always look forward to our sessions. If you're looking for a therapist who is both compassionate and genuinely committed to your growth, Michael is the one to see.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
He is very knowledgeable and understanding. He gives solutions. He is very caring as well. He is very passionate about what he does.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Michael Sage Vasconez work with?
Michael Sage Vasconez works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Sage Vasconez?
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What languages does Michael Sage Vasconez speak?
Michael Sage Vasconez speaks English.