Dr. Michael Vigil

Dr. Michael Vigil is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people manage anger, stress, anxiety, and related concerns. He works with adults and adolescents, and he draws on more than 11 years of experience in behavioral health settings. People come to him for help with addiction, relationship problems, grief, and difficult life changes.

He earned a PhD in clinical-community psychology from the University of Alaska Anchorage and holds master’s degrees in clinical psychology and counseling psychology. His background includes work in Veterans Affairs, substance use treatment, college counseling, community mental health, and psychiatric emergency stabilization. That experience informs his practical approach to common problems.

In sessions he combines person-centered care with behavioral therapies. He uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to focus on present challenges and workable skills. He emphasizes strengths and practical steps clients can try between sessions.

Dr. Vigil also attends to cultural context and how beliefs shape behavior. He integrates interventions that respect a person’s background while addressing mood, trauma, or substance-related concerns. The goal is to help people make meaningful changes that match their values.

For someone dealing with anger, relationship strain, or post-traumatic stress, he offers a blend of skill-building and reflective work. Sessions are aimed at clear goals such as improving communication, reducing risky coping, or managing intense emotions. Prospective clients can expect direct, steady support toward those aims.

How therapeutic approaches fit with online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice hard thoughts and still move toward what matters. It often focuses on values and small actions that reduce avoidance and build a meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down patterns of thinking and behavior into manageable pieces and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) concentrates on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication for intense emotions and relationship strain.

Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they will try methods that match the person’s situation and adjust the plan as needed.

The biography does not list specific online session types, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let people practice skills in the places they live and work, which helps generalize new habits to everyday life. Licensed professionals can combine talk-based work with exercises, homework, and step-by-step skills during remote sessions to address anger, anxiety, and addiction-related problems.