
Michael T Helfer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
313 Walnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Let's Connect (910) 543-8153

I work to provide a judgment-free space where I can help others discuss and manage life’s challenges. I try to be transparent in my thoughts and advice. I am comfortable exploring topics that people may have a hard time communicating. I like to create a sense of warmth and humor, while also matching the tone of the interaction. I realize people have their own unique background, values, and culture. I appreciate these differences, and I want to help others in a way that feels right for them. I genuinely enjoy helping others and seeing them making positive changes in their lives. And I'd like to think my clients can tell.
I like to work collaboratively in establishing therapy goals. Common goals may include changing behavior, improving communication skills, understanding and managing your emotions, or exploring your beliefs, attitudes, and values. Part of this process may include understanding how your thoughts, actions, feelings, and relationships are impacting your life.
I have been a psychologist for over a decade, serving clients from all over the U.S., from the west coast (Washington), east coast (D.C. and NC), as well as Hawai'i. Aside from my clinical experiences, I am a caring husband, and a proud, exhausted father of two young boys that fill my heart and most of my time.
Call or Email Michael T Helfer now for a free 15 minute consultation - (910) 543-8153
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Oscar Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network

Michael T Helfer
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 543-8153
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 5576 Michael T Helfer
- In Practice for 14 years
- Attended Seattle Pacific University, Ph.D., Graduated 2011
- Licensed by State of North Carolina / 5576
- Membership with North Carolina Psychological Association 2020
- Membership with American Psychological Association 91946019 / 2009
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Men's Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Location
Additional Location
Headway P.O. Box (not a physical office location
Raleigh, NC 27615
(910) 543-8153