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Michael Anderson, MA, LPC

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Clinical Director

Michael is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has felt lead to be in this role since the age of 15. He is passionate about coaching and helping others becoming their very best. Michael grew up in Northern California and has lived in Colorado for close to a decade. He completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology at Liberty University and received his Maters in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Michael has a heart for helping the addiction population and their families to find freedom and lasting recovery to positively affect people’s legacies. Michael has experience in individual, group, marriage, and family Counseling.

Michael uses CBT/DBT/Person Centered/Solution Focused and Emotionally Focused Therapies. He enjoys staying active and supporting Colorado Sports Teams (especially the Broncos), movies, Church, playing drums and spending time with his wife and children. Michael brings a non-judgmental and relaxed approach to Healing Pines clients and staff.

Do I Need Alcohol Rehab? A Practical Guide to Deciding When It’s Time for Treatment

Quick Takeaway You don’t need to hit rock bottom to justify rehab.Alcohol rehab becomes appropriate when attempts to manage drinking fail, emotional stability declines, or alcohol begins driving decisions. This guide helps families and individuals compare self-managed recovery versus professional rehab and decide when structured residential treatment is the right next step.Why This Question Comes UpThe

Why You Can’t Stop After One Drink: Understanding Alcohol Dependence & Loss of Control

Quick Takeaway Struggling to stop after one drink isn’t a willpower problem.Alcohol changes how the brain processes reward, stress, and impulse control. This guide explains the dopamine pathway behind alcohol dependence, how loss of control develops, and why structured, holistic residential treatment can help restore balance when moderation no longer works.Why One Drink Rarely Stays OneMany

Early Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder: How to Know When Drinking Becomes a Problem

Quick Takeaway Alcohol problems rarely begin with obvious crises.For many men, alcohol use disorder develops quietly through subtle changes in behavior, emotional regulation, and control over drinking. This guide explains the early warning signs families often miss, why “still functioning” doesn’t mean healthy, and when structured residential treatment may be the most effective next step.Residential Alcohol

How to Get Off Cocaine: A Practical Guide for Men Ready for Change

Quick Takeaway Cocaine withdrawal can bring intense cravings and emotional crashes — quitting alone is possible, but often unsafe.Most men stay sober more successfully with medical support, structure, and accountability.Therapy, routines, and support systems dramatically reduce relapse.Recovery is possible — and you don’t have to figure it out alone.If You’re Wondering How to Get Off Cocaine,

Dual Diagnosis in Men’s Recovery: Why It Matters

When it comes to addiction recovery, most men focus on quitting substances — but what’s often missing is understanding why the addiction began in the first place. Behind every struggle with drugs or alcohol lies a deeper emotional or psychological layer: anxiety, depression, trauma, or burnout.This combination of mental health and substance use is called

Sober October: How Men Can Reset Their Recovery Journey

Every fall, thousands of people commit to a challenge called Sober October—a monthlong break from alcohol that’s part health experiment, part personal test of discipline. For many men, this 31-day commitment isn’t just about skipping drinks—it’s about rediscovering clarity, purpose, and balance.At Healing Pines Recovery, we see Sober October as more than a social trend.