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<p><span class="il">Michael</span> is a licensed clinical social worker with a private therapy practice in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He specializes in helping children and teens with mental health concerns. He is passionate about providing effective and compassionate care. He is an advocate for mental health awareness, and is the founder of <a href="https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1706719682809000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1orYaH5IkqwQ2fOAB2s8lW">Mental Health Center Kids</a>, a website that provides <a href="https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/collections/top-sellers-therapy-and-counseling-handouts" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/collections/top-sellers-therapy-and-counseling-handouts&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1706719682809000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3qKWae-iViJGMM3PhzGlmr">resources</a> and support for parents, teachers, and mental health professionals who care for children and teens.</p>

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