Location
Offers online therapy
I offer HIPAA-compliant video visits and in-person sessions by special office arrangements (HEPA filtration, masking and social distanced).
About
You are probably here because something has happened in life that has lead you to seek out support or guidance from a professional. Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: you are not alone and there are always hidden lessons in the most difficult moments of our lives. I specialize in teaching skills to help individuals or families with teens manage stress and achieve balance in their life together.
My work is informed by primarily Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (M-CBT), family systems, motivational interviewing and collaborative brief therapy. I believe that our previous experiences can affect our current functioning but do not necessarily define who we are or become.
Whether you’ve been in therapy before, or this will be your first time; it is important to feel safe and comfortable enough to talk about things that are causing distress to yourself, or to your family. Allow me to join you on this journey of self-exploration, empowerment and change, as you begin creating new habits on your new wellness journey.
Michael W. Ridgway
“I'm a therapist working primarily with adults and teens who come seeking support for difficult emotional issues.”
Call or Email Michael W. Ridgway for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 617-9814
Finances
- Cost per Session: $165 - $200
- Sliding Scale: Yes
Pay By:
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Concern
- Out of Network
I do not work directly with insurance companies, however, I am contracted with Concern as a part of their Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Email me or call (408) 617-9814 with questions.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 9 Years
- License: California / 5977
- School: San Jose State University
- Year Graduated: 2013
Former IT Professional embracing a 2nd career as a therapist who understands the rewards and challenges of living in the SF Bay Area.
Additional Credentials
- Degree: The Episcopal School for Deacons, Berkeley, CA / BS, Theologicial Studies
- Year graduated: 2008
- Degree: Sacramento State University, Sacramento, CA / BS, Strategic Management
- Year graduated: 1994
Endorsements
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Location
Offers online therapy
Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
Issues
- Anger Management
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Dual Diagnosis
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Teen Issues: Social Issues, Academic Problems
Mental Health
- Personality Disorders
Client Focus
Ethnicity:
Asian and Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Faith:
Christian
Age
- Adults
- Teen
Communities
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Single Mother
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Structural Family Therapy
Modality
- Individuals
- Family
- Group
Last Modified: 12 Jul 2022
(408) 617-9814