Dr. Michael Becerra, LPC

Dr. Michael Becerra helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns. He also supports those dealing with self-esteem, career changes, parenting challenges, ADHD, sleep problems, anger, depression, and questions about life purpose. Dr. Becerra practices with a focus on relationships and LGBT issues, and brings 14 years of experience to his work in Louisiana.

He takes a relaxed, interactive approach in sessions. Conversations are practical and goal-oriented while staying attuned to each person’s life story. He draws on Narrative Therapy to look at how life stories shape current struggles, and on Solution-Focused Therapy to build small, achievable steps forward.

Previously he has worked in community settings, school districts, college campuses, and vocational rehabilitation agencies. He also spent six years living in Colombia working with intercultural heterosexual and gay couples, plus U.S. expats and volunteers adjusting to life abroad. That background informs how he talks about relationships, culture, and transitions.

Dr. Becerra’s framework is influenced by Adlerian ideas about growth and social interest, which emphasizes tackling life tasks like work, friendship, and intimacy. Sessions blend talking through personal history with practical strategies for change. He aims to empower people to make steps that fit their lives.

He holds the LPC credential and practices in Louisiana. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted. To begin, prospective clients use the site’s continue button on this profile to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

How Narrative and Solution-Focused Work Online

Dr. Becerra uses Narrative Therapy to help people see how their life stories shape current patterns. This approach involves talking through past events and the meanings attached to them, then reframing parts of the story to open new choices. It can help with relationship patterns, identity questions, and life transitions.

He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small, concrete steps that move a person toward their goals. Sessions focus on strengths and on practical actions that can be tried between meetings, which is useful for managing anxiety, stress, and problems with motivation or routine.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Dr. Becerra treats the choice of method as collaborative and will adjust techniques based on a client’s needs, goals, and preferences. He aims to blend story-based exploration with brief, action-oriented tasks so progress feels realistic.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often use remote sessions to help clients maintain momentum during work or family transitions, while keeping the focus on practical steps and relationship concerns.