michael mahan (he/him)

With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I bring both professional expertise and genuine lived experience to every session. My work is grounded in evidence based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and solution focused techniques, all tailored to your unique needs and goals. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating divorce and separation, identity and self discovery, relationship challenges, faith transitions, parenting struggles, depression, and anxiety. These are not just clinical topics to me, they are areas I have personally wrestled with, which means I bring both training and humanity to our work together. As a telehealth provider serving clients throughout California, I make quality mental health care accessible wherever you are. No commute. No waiting room. Just a safe, private, and judgment free space to do the real work of healing and growth.

I believe that every person deserves access to quality mental health care regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. I am a strong advocate for reducing the stigma around therapy especially in communities where asking for help has historically been seen as weakness. As a parent I am deeply passionate about supporting families navigating the beautiful chaos of raising children while still trying to figure out who they are as individuals. I believe healthy parents raise healthier kids and that ripple effect matters deeply to me. I am committed to creating an affirming and inclusive space for all clients regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, cultural background, or religious belief. Your identity is welcome here. All of it. I also believe deeply in the power of faith transitions. Whether you are questioning, rebuilding, or walking away from religion entirely that journey deserves to be honored without judgment. I show up for my clients the same way I wish som