Micah Fisher, MSW

Clinician | they/them

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Ask me about…

My fifteen-year-old cat, Dungeons and Dragons (and other table-top roleplaying games), and watercolors!

Clinical Interests:

I am interested in working with LGBTQ+ young adults and adolescents but open to working with other populations as well. I have an interest in working with those seeking help with trauma, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, and substance use.

Language(s) spoken:

English

What brought you into this field?

My own experiences as a client, the support and joy my trans community gave me, and my early experiences with mental health advocacy all inspired me to become a clinician.

Counseling style:

My counseling style aims to work collaboratively with clients in order to meet their needs and create a plan for treatment. You are the expert on your experience, and I am there to work with you. I utilize intersectionality, abolitionist social work, and trauma informed practices in my sessions.

Modalities:

Abolitionist Social Work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Specializations:

Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Disability/Chronic Illness, Grief, LGBTQ+ family acceptance, LGBTQ+ identity, Mood Disorders, PTSD & Trauma, Substance Use

Education:

Masters of Social Work – NYU Silver School of Social Work 2024

Past Experience:

I have worked extensively with young adults, adolescents, and the parents of LGBTQ+ youth. Most of my experience has been in community care settings with a wide range of clients of different intersecting identities.

Trainings:

Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, Expressive Arts Therapy, Harm Reduction, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, some DBT training, Trauma Informed Care