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Michael Cain

Clinical Mental Health Counselor Optimal Brain MN, PLLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this month
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Alcohol Use,
In network with Medicare, Medicaid, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Introduction

Michael is a licensed clinical mental health counselor who has spent nearly a decade helping adults work through emotional, cognitive, behavioral and relational challenges. His therapeutic work focuses on supporting clients with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship difficulties, struggles with self‑acceptance and addiction issues. In addition to his mental health practice, Michael is also a licensed alcohol and drug counselor with 19 years of experience, allowing him to offer informed, compassionate care to individuals navigating substance His approach is grounded in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), a modality he values for its clarity, honesty, and ability to help clients transform the “musts,” “shoulds.” He integrates REBT with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Person‑Centered Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Ericksonian hypnosis. Clients often describe Michael’s style as warm and deeply collaborative. He believes that meaningful change grows out of a strong therapeutic relationship—one built on trust, curiosity, and non‑judgment. His work centers on helping clients develop greater unconditional acceptance of themselves, others, and life itself.

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • Recovery
  • Vegetarian/Vegan
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Trans & Non-Binary

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Buddhist
  • Christian
  • Islam

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Michael Cain accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Oscar

Pay out-of-pocket

  • private pay $150

Locations

Optimal Brain-Oakdale/Woodbury
992 Inwood Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55128-6625
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Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling - Adler Graduate School

Certifications

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy
  • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
  • Ericksonian Psychotherapty/Hypnotherapy

FAQ

Is Michael Cain accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Michael Cain is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Michael Cain also offers a free consultation.
Does Michael Cain offer telehealth appointments? Michael Cain does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Michael Cain specialize in? Michael Cain specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, ADD/ADHD, Addiction, Adjustment Disorder, Alcohol Use, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Codependency, Compulsive Behavior, Coping Skills, Depression, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation (DMDD), Dissociation, Drug Use, Emotional Disturbance, Existential Crisis, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Trauma, and Burnout.
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