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3+ years experience

Michael Bush

Counselor

·BS, MS, LPC, NCC
3+ years experience
Hoover, AL, United States
$140 - $280
Accepting clients

About

My ideal clients are children, teens, and adults with ADHD, executive functioning challenges, anxiety, depression, or neurodivergent traits who feel capable but struggle to follow through, regulate emotions, or feel confident. Many come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. They may have difficulty with focus, motivation, impulse control, or emotional regulation. Parents often seek support for a bright child struggling behaviorally, socially, or academically. Teens and adults report overthinking, low self-esteem, lack of direction, or feeling “behind” despite their potential. I help clients with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and executive functioning build self-awareness, confidence, and self-control. Using CBT and practical strategies, I teach emotional regulation, focus, and follow-through. For youth, I use interactive role-play to build real-world social and problem-solving skills. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or not living up to your potential, you are not alone. Many capable people struggle in silence. Change is possible with the right support and tools. When you are ready, I invite you to take that next step toward a more confident, stable, and fulfilling life. Specialties: I work with clients experiencing any number of life struggles, such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, family conflict, relationship problems, or suicidal ideation. Together, we define who you are at this very moment in time. Then we uncover who you desire to be. Finally, we create an individualized plan to achieve that desired outcome. My role is love, support, and holding you accountable. Credentials & Experience: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience supporting children, teens, and adults with ADHD, anxiety, and emotional regulation. I specialize in helping neurodivergent clients build confidence, connection, and practical coping skills.

"I use CBT and existential therapy in structured, practical sessions focused on real-world change. You will build self-awareness, confidence, and self-control while learning tools for emotional regulation, focus, and follow-through in a supportive, collaborative environment."

I work with

Couples
Couples
Family
Family
Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults
Children
Children
Seniors
Seniors
Teens
Teens

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

ADHDAdoptionAlcohol Use
AnxietyBody PositivityChild or AdolescentDepressionDivorceFamily ConflictGriefLife TransitionsMarital and PremaritalMen's IssuesParentingPeer RelationshipsStressSuicidal IdeationTrauma and PTSDVeterans

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Person-Centered
Coaching
Compassion Focused
Existential
Family / Marital
Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online, In Person

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online, In Person

$140

Couples Therapy

50 min · Online, In Person

$280

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · BS, MS, LPC, NCC

Michael Bush · Verified June 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended University of West Alabama, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in , Graduated 2023

Additional Credentials

Membership from Troy University

2018

Membership from American Counseling Association

2023

Insurance & Policies

Accepts insurance

I accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, and Aetna. While I do not accept Medicaid, I'm happy to help you explore affordable options for care through Ellie Mental Health.

Payment Methods

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HSA
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Location

Ellie Mental Health

1 Chase Corporate Drive

Hoover, AL, 35244

United States

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Available both in-person and online

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I use CBT and existential therapy in structured, practical sessions focused on real-world change. You will build self-awareness, confidence, and self-control while learning tools for emotional regulation, focus, and follow-through in a supportive, collaborative environment.

I see couples, family and individual
$140 - $280 Per Session
Accepts insurance

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