Michael Skibba, MSW, BA, CA | Psychotherapist

About Michael Skibba

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Depression

Therapy

Anxiety

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael Skibba

Michael Skibba, LCSW, is a dedicated therapist at LifeStance Health, providing compassionate and individualized mental health care to adults and seniors across California. With over a decade of experience, he specializes in helping individuals navigate life s complexities, offering support for addiction, trauma, and midlife transitions. His approach is rooted in building emotional resilience, empowering clients to manage stress and achieve a fulfilling, balanced life. Whether working with individuals facing substance use challenges, processing grief, or adjusting to major life changes, Michael provides a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. Michael is particularly passionate about addiction therapy, recognizing its profound impact on individuals, families, and communities. As a Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, he has extensive experience treating substance use disorders, including alcohol and drug dependency. His work is guided by a resilience-based model, emphasizing personal strength and self-awareness as key components of recovery. He has worked with a diverse range of clients, from professionals in high-pressure industries to those on the margins of society, tailoring treatment to each individual s unique circumstances and needs. In addition to addiction therapy, Michael specializes in treating PTSD, trauma, and men s issues. His experience includes working with first responders, military personnel, and veterans who have faced high-stress and traumatic situations. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT and mindfulness techniques, he helps clients develop coping strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies. He also offers faith-based counseling for those seeking a spiritual component in their therapeutic journey. Michael holds a Master s Degree in Social Work from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Gambling Addiction

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Gambling Addiction

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

Education and training

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Master's in Social Work
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1033586581

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What practice does Michael Skibba work with?

Michael Skibba works with LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Skibba?

Michael Skibba frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Michael Skibba on their profile.