Meet Mike

Michael O'Connell, LMFTA

at a glance:

I have a passion for journeying with you as you seek to restore love and trust in yourself and the relationships that are valuable to you. With a calm and focused presence together we can create a space to speak truth and seek change.  

​I appreciate working with:

• Couples looking to communicate more truthfully with one another.
• Couples who are seeking to increase intimacy and who may be experiencing complex feelings surrounding jealousy, anger, control, or avoidance.
• Couples and families experiencing life transitions such as becoming a new parent or what to do now that retirement is around the corner.
• Men who are looking for new ways to become the best version of themselves. 
• Families with adolescents wrestling with identity issues, discerning college or career choices, or needing guidance with behavioral challenges.  
  
• People seeking to better understand matters of faith and spirituality.

A closer Look:

I love the opportunity to engage and encounter you, your partner, or your family as you work to be the best you can be. I would be honored to journey with you to find healing and opportunities for agency and restoration in your life and relationships.

OBjects in the rearview mirror:

I have worked with people in church ministry for over a decade. From this experience, I have grown passionate to work with you to find healing to violations of love and trust and how powerful and impactful these moments can be in our life.

Education:

• B.A. Theology & History - Marian University
• M.A. Marriage and Family Therapy - Christian Theological Seminary

Specialized Trainings:

• Restoration Family Therapy Certification Level 1 - 2017
• Gottman Family Systems Certification Level 1 - 2015

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schedule an appointment:

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we would like to continue to fulfill your therapy needs while also taking precautions to be safe to everyone who enters our building. We will be implementing the following guidelines to best serve you.

• We have invested in a HIPAA compliant video conference that is easy and simple to use. Your therapist will assist you in setting up your appointment. All you need is a private space, and an internet capable device that can do a video conference (such as a smart phone, tablet or computer). Please let your therapist know as soon as possible if you have any questions about what an online session is like. Attached is also an information document on setting up your online appointment to assist you. 
• If you feel sick in any way and cannot attend your virtual appointment, please alert your therapist as soon as possible. We have reduced the within 24 hours cancellation fee to $25 so please call as soon as you can. 317-490-8492. 
• If your clinician does become sick we will notify you as soon as possible and if need be, we will find you an appropriate referral to see another therapist as soon as we can. If you feel that you need immediate care please be honest about this so that we know to assist you with possible options.

You can learn more about me by visiting Joyful Counseling.

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Mike is affiliated with CanalScape Counseling Associates and is under supervision with Jacqueline Ludes Braeger, LMFT (License #35001317A).
Profile images by Lily Elizabeth Photography.