Meet Michael.

Individual, Couples, & Family Therapist

Washington State

Telehealth only

Michael will begin accepting clients December 1st, 2024.

Hi, I'm Michael (him/they)

I’m so glad you’re here!

For a large chunk of my life, I felt like I had to do everything alone. Coming out as gay. Dealing with mental illness in a foreign country. Even simply deciding what I wanted to major in in college. I thought I was all alone. And it became very overwhelming and scary! But the truth was, I was never alone. And no matter what you’re going through, you aren’t alone anymore either!

In therapy, I emphasize creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions and relational patterns openly. Drawing from the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I work collaboratively with you to uncover underlying emotional needs, identify negative cycles of interaction, and facilitate new ways of relating that promote security and strength!

With couples, I focus on helping couples break free from patterns of conflict and disconnection, and fostering secure emotional bonds.

With individuals, I assist in navigating personal challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues, through an emotion-focused lens.

What you can expect when working with me:

First and foremost, your time with me is YOUR time! We talk about what you want to talk about. You can expect me to challenge you. Get you to think deeper and see what’s below the surface! Because when you can name something, you can defeat it! You can also expect little “assignments” that are designed to help you reach your goals.
With me, you are SAFE.

  • Secure from harmful attitudes,
  • Accepted exactly as you are,
  • Free to be the truest expression of yourself,
  • Educated on the resources available to you

Therapy to meet your schedule
Everyone has busy lives, and therapy should be available in a way that meets your schedule. That’s why my appointments are in the evenings via telehealth!

Let’s work together to create the empowered life you were BORN to live!

Areas of Focus with Clients

  • Anxiety
  • Attachment issues
  • BDSM/Kink-Affirming
  • Body image and Self-Esteem
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Coping Mechanisms
  • Depression
  • Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Gender and Sexual Identity Exploration
  • Military/Veteran Issues
  • Religious Trauma
  • Trauma

Treatment/Therapy Orientation:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Feminist Theory
  • Humanistic Approach

Credentials and Training

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA)
  • Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling 
  • Fundamentals of Emotionally Focused Therapy

Professional Memberships:

  • Student Member – American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • Student Member – American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)
  • Student Member – Washington Mental Health Counselors Association (WAMHCA)
Schedule A Session

Session Fees:

  • $130 for a 50-minute session
  • $200 for a 80-minute session

Michael's Contact Information:

Email: michael@healingmomentscounseling.net

Phone: (206) 552-9797

Michael sees clients in Washington State via telehealth.

Michael Abdon is working in association with Healing Moments Counseling and is solely responsible for the healthcare services Michael Abdon provides.

Michael Abdon is supervised by Kimberly Castelo.