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Licensed Master Social Worker
Michael Nelson MSIO, LMSW
Helping adolescents, adults, couples and families uncover strengths, build resilience and move toward their fullest potential.
Preteens, teens & adults
MSIO · LMSW
Collaborative & trauma-informed
Mesa, Arizona
Areas of focus
Support for resilience, direction and meaningful connection.
Michael brings warmth, clarity and extensive behavioral-health experience to therapy tailored around each client’s story, needs and goals.
Neurodivergent support
Individualized care that honors each person’s unique way of thinking, learning, relating and moving through the world.
Adolescents and young adults
Practical support for ages 12–25 as they build independence, resilience, coping skills and confidence in their direction.
Depression, motivation and life direction
Collaborative care for people who feel stuck, discouraged or uncertain and want to reconnect with purpose and possibility.
Couples and family relationships
Support for communication, family conflict, parenting and relationship patterns that affect connection and well-being.
Trauma, stress and emotional regulation
Trauma-informed guidance for understanding difficult experiences and building healthier ways to respond, cope and recover.
Therapeutic approach
How Michael works
A collaborative path toward strength, resilience and lasting progress.
Client-centered and collaborative
Michael connects with each client's story, motivations and goals so therapy can reflect the individual rather than a formula.
CBT and DBT skill building
Evidence-based tools support clearer thinking, emotional regulation, healthier behavior and practical movement toward goals.
Mindfulness and resilience
Mindfulness practices help clients build awareness, strengthen coping skills and respond more intentionally to challenges.
Family systems and Gottman
Relationships are explored through family-systems and Gottman-informed perspectives that support connection and repair.
Meet Michael
Straightforward, encouraging care shaped around you.
Are you on a quest to unlock your fullest potential and navigate the complexities of your personal journey? My passion lies in connecting with individuals, learning about their unique stories, and uncovering the driving forces behind their motivations. If you find yourself wrestling with a lack of motivation or seeking direction to overcome obstacles in your path, let's collaborate to address these challenges head-on.
With over a decade of experience in the mental and behavioral health sector, I have cultivated a rich background across diverse settings—ranging from inpatient psychiatric hospitals and intensive outpatient treatment centers to residential treatment programs and comprehensive case management. My journey has allowed me to serve in both
hands-on care and leadership roles, providing me with a holistic view of the challenges and triumphs faced by those I work with.
I take great pride in my work with neurodivergent individuals and families from a variety of cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and walks of life. I specialize in supporting
adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 25 and tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs. Empowering adolescents and young adults to become
more independent and resilient is one of my passions.
My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed framework, enriched by my expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness
practices, Gottman Couples Therapy, and Family Systems theory. My approach aims to ensure that we can set and achieve your treatment goals together, unlocking your true potential along the way. My experience with neurodivergent people has reinforced my belief in the uniqueness of each person’s journey and the untapped potential within. I am here to help you discover new strengths and skills that will catapult you toward achieving your most ambitious dreams and aspirations.
Specialty Age Groups:
Children/ Preteens / Tweens (8 to 13)
Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
Adults
Couples
“Fear is not fatal,failure is not final;it’s the courage to continue, that counts.”Winston Churchill
Take the next step
Your next step toward greater resilience and connection can begin here.
Email azggllc@proton.me
Call the office (480) 3821257