Marriage & Family Therapy – Michael Sherman, Marriage & Family Therapist
With over 25 years of clinical practice experience, Michael Sherman is a marriage and family therapist operating a private practice from two California locations: Long Beach and Palm Springs. The practice currently provides individual therapy exclusively to adults aged 18 and older. Sherman previously offered services to adolescents, families, and couples, but has since concentrated his practice on adult individual therapy.
The primary clinical approach employed at the practice is Solution-Focused Short-Term Therapy, a goal-directed modality that focuses on identifying and building upon the strengths clients already possess. Rather than emphasizing a detailed analysis of past difficulties, this approach guides clients in collaborating with the therapist to develop practical, forward-looking solutions. Sherman’s stated therapeutic philosophy holds that clients are inherently capable of meaningful change and that the therapist’s role is to facilitate access to those capabilities rather than to direct the client’s path.
Session formats include both in-person appointments and telehealth via Zoom. At the Long Beach location, telehealth is available to both new and existing clients. At the Palm Springs office, situated in the downtown area, Sherman sees prospective and established clients either in-person or via telehealth.
Clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, anger management, stress management, and self-esteem challenges. The practice describes particular expertise in men’s issues, with emphasis on occupational and career development, professional identity questions, and work-life balance concerns. Sessions for adults navigating career transitions or workplace stress fall within the stated scope of the practice.
The site references fee and insurance information without publishing specific rates or a list of accepted plans in its publicly accessible pages. Licensure numbers and formal credential details are not specified in the available site content. The practice does not currently list group therapy services or specialized programs beyond the adult individual therapy focus described. Prospective clients are directed to the practice website for scheduling inquiries, office addresses, phone contact, and any additional details about services at either the Long Beach or Palm Springs location.