Micah Fisher is a psychotherapist at Wildflower. In their clinical practice, Micah Fisher draws on Somatic Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Micah Fisher works with adolescents, adults, couples and family structures experiencing stressful transitions including the transition to parenthood, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, sexual challenges, and relationship issues. Micah Fisher has experience in addressing Neurodivergence, Complex Trauma, Transgender Issues, and Bipolar Disorders . They obtained their master’s degree at New York University in Social Work. Read Micah Fisher’s full bio here.
What inspired you to pursue a career as a psychotherapist?
My journey to becoming a psychotherapist started as an LGBTQ+ leader in college. During that time I started running groups and working collaboratively with the LGBTQ+ house. I loved learning about the communities and people around me and working collaboratively to find solutions. Ultimately that led me to pursue my Master’s Degree in Social Work.
As a psychotherapist, what part of your job is most satisfying?
Seeing clients operate with more self compassion and really deconstructing the messages they’ve internalized around punishment and shame. I love seeing clients move forward with more love for themselves.
How would you describe your therapeutic approach?
Collaboration is at the core of my practice. I like to give my clients options and create opportunities for self-efficacy. We create the space together, and that means I can never be an expert on your experience. I like to offer clients options rather than dictate solutions. This is integral to the anti-oppressive approach that I try to take.
Why do you believe that psychotherapy can help?
Psychotherapy offers us a chance to learn about ourselves and access curiosity and compassion. For me, the therapy space is a space to learn, grow, and reflect. Through the time we spend I have seen clients learn a sense of self agency, self compassion, and realization through psychotherapy.
What are some of your specialties and what drew you to them?
I tailor my approaches to my clients based on the needs and problems they come in with. I am drawn to bottom-up therapy approaches that assist clients in appreciating and understanding their emotions.
What is one thing about psychotherapy you wish everyone knew?
That it can be joyful! Therapy can be a place to celebrate and hold joyful emotions. I want everyone to know the wonders that can exist in a therapy place where all emotions are welcome.
What is your motto or personal mantra?
My favorite book in high school was Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse Five and since reading it I often find myself saying “So it Goes”. The quote reminds us that we have little control over our circumstances, and it’s up to us to work on what we can and grieve the change that comes up in life. I often say this during moments of strife or stress in my life, when I need a reminder to respond with grace and compassion to myself and others.
What are your favorite self-care activities?
I can often be found with a book in hand, and I spend a lot of time reading all kinds of fiction books. I love to disconnect after work by doing a crossword puzzle or playing games with my friends. I take a long walk with my dog every day in order to help us both refresh.
