Michael T Hester, LPC, VA | Psychotherapist

About Michael T Hester

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Mood Disorders

Affirming Therapy

Behavioral Problems

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Christian Counseling

Adlerian

Coaching

Biofeedback

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael T Hester

Hi there, I'm Michael! Great to meet you! My name is Michael T. Hester, LPC, LCDC, LVN, NCC, CCS, SAPR VA, D-SAACP Level II, and I am an Expert People Developer (EPD) with over 25 years of experience in the helping field. I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I am a nurse, educator, and disabled military veteran. I completed Air Assault School at the home of the 101st Airborne Division and served honorably during peacetime and war while assigned to the 86th Evacuation Hospital, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. My approach My therapy style is energetic, interactive, and solution-focused. Although I specialize in Adlerian techniques, I integrate complementary methods to offer a personalized and holistic approach. Clients can expect focus on depression, anxiety, stress, anger management; occupation and workplace issues; adjustment and alcohol and substance abuse disorders; military lifestyle challenges; and family concerns. My focus Clients typically express concerns about depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, anger management; occupation and workplace issues; adjustment to life challenges and alcohol and substance abuse disorders; military lifestyle challenges; and family concerns. My communication style Everyone has unique needs, and I strive to meet them with joy, compassion, and understanding. You will be encouraged, supported, and challenged according to your growth journey. I will be truthful, but always convey truth with kindness. My journey to therapy My life is deeply embedded in service. Raised by a single father who served in the army and supported extended family and friends, I believe the healthiest people care about others. My greatest satisfaction comes from helping others reach their maximum potential.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Virginia

Education and training

Bowie State University, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1720307689

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Michael T Hester works with Rula Health - Virginia.

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