Michael McClay, QMHP-R

Michael McClay, QMHP-R

I am an associate therapist at Brightspire Health. I completed my MS in Psychology at Western Kentucky University.

I have performed therapy in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health clinics, medical centers, and inpatient psychiatric facilities. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages as well as providing therapy and consultation for caregivers of dependent adults.

The best therapeutic progress occurs when there is trust and teamwork between a client and their therapist, so I emphasize collaboration with my clients to accurately identify effective strategies for mood improvement and management of concerns and problems contributing to life difficulties.

Areas of Proficiency: Stress, obsessive thoughts, social difficulties, sadness, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, substance use and addiction, life transitions, caregiver burnout, mindfulness

In my training as a therapist, I conducted research related to mental health stigma and stigma related to suicide and self-harm, which has contributed to my passion for assisting in the development of a life worth living. I hope to work with my clients on refocusing their actions to more accurately align with their own personal values.