Michael (Mike) Wallington, LPCC
LPCC specializing in addiction and trauma
- Attachment-based care
- Client-centered approach
- CBT and mindfulness
About Michael (Mike) Wallington
Michael (Mike) Wallington is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in New Mexico who brings decades of experience to supporting people through life’s disruptions. With 44 years in the field, he focuses on how stress, trauma, loss, and substance use can erode functioning and relationships, and on helping individuals regain balance and meaning. He integrates Internal Family Systems, cognitive behavioral methods, humanistic and client-centered principles, and mindfulness-based practices to identify and work through the emotions and beliefs that block recovery and growth.
Mike offers a nurturing, nonjudgmental therapeutic stance that encourages a holistic path to healing. He believes people have inner resources to restore equilibrium, pursue effectiveness in daily life, and rebuild satisfying relationships. His approach addresses a range of concerns from addiction and trauma to depression, anxiety, family and relationship strains, grief, and challenges with self-esteem and parenting. In sessions he aims to remove obstacles to emotional clarity and to promote practical change that aligns with each person’s values and goals.
Therapy with Michael emphasizes collaboration, respect for the individual’s pace, and the development of skills to navigate life transitions and stresses more effectively.
Mike offers a nurturing, nonjudgmental therapeutic stance that encourages a holistic path to healing. He believes people have inner resources to restore equilibrium, pursue effectiveness in daily life, and rebuild satisfying relationships. His approach addresses a range of concerns from addiction and trauma to depression, anxiety, family and relationship strains, grief, and challenges with self-esteem and parenting. In sessions he aims to remove obstacles to emotional clarity and to promote practical change that aligns with each person’s values and goals.
Therapy with Michael emphasizes collaboration, respect for the individual’s pace, and the development of skills to navigate life transitions and stresses more effectively.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatization
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael (Mike) Wallington have?
Michael (Mike) Wallington has 44 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Michael (Mike) Wallington a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and is licensed in New Mexico as NM LPCC CCMH2331.
In which languages does Michael (Mike) Wallington provide therapy?
Michael (Mike) Wallington provides therapy in English.
Where is Michael (Mike) Wallington located?
He is based in New Mexico.
How can I work with Michael (Mike) Wallington as my therapist?
You can work with Michael (Mike) Wallington through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael (Mike) Wallington work with international clients?
Yes, Michael (Mike) Wallington works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael (Mike) Wallington cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care tailored to your needs
Michael integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Attachment-Based Therapy in online work to address a wide range of life challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and acceptance, allowing clients to explore their feelings and goals at their own pace while the therapist supports growth and self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and problematic coping methods. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationship patterns influence current connections and helps repair relational wounds and improve intimacy and communication.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works collaboratively with each person to evaluate which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts strategies over time as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment feels relevant and practical.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, geographical constraints, or mobility needs. These formats make it possible to access consistent care, practice new skills between sessions, and maintain continuity of support while fitting therapy into everyday life.
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