Dr. Michael Durant is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Maryland Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor. He also supervises interns in Life Change Therapy Now’s internship program, helping emerging clinicians strengthen their counseling skills, clinical judgment, and confidence. Dr. Durant holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Arts and Sciences with a specialization in Health Care Policy and Management from Union University, a Master of Business Administration from Frostburg State University, a Master of Education in Counseling from Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College), and a Bachelor of Science from James Madison University. Dr. Durant works with children, preteens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, including LGBTQ+ clients and individuals who have experienced trauma. His approach empowers clients to better understand their experiences, recognize their strengths, and develop practical tools to manage symptoms and navigate life’s challenges. As a certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) provider, Dr. Durant received specialized training from Kathleen Chard, Ph.D., co-author of Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD: A Comprehensive Manual. CPT is an evidence-based treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that helps clients identify and work through trauma-related beliefs that may keep them feeling stuck. Dr. Durant also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and anger management strategies. He tailors treatment to each client’s needs, preferences, and goals, fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship that supports healing, personal growth, and lasting change.