geometry-shapes iconGrief, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Behavioral Issues
In Person & Online in Toms River, NJ
25 years in practice
Ages served: 14-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Michael accepts 31 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
AmeriHealth Administrators
AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage
AmeriHealth New Jersey
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Cigna | Open Access Plus New Jersey
Clover Health Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - HMO
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - PPO
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)
Humana Medicare Advantage
Independence Blue Cross | BCBS
JP Farley Corporation
Medicare NJ
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oxford Health Plans
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$200
first session
$170
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Michael

Dr. Becht is a Licensed Psychologist with 25 years of experience in a broad range of mental health settings. He specializes in treating concerns including mental stress, behavioral issues, life transitions, ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder. Dr. Becht offers individual counseling to clients aged 14 and up.


Dr. Becht received his Doctor of Psychology from Immaculata University. He utilizes evidenced-based orientations including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing.


Dr. Becht believes in a therapeutic collaboration that fosters the full potential for clients to be authentic and get the most from their lives. By establishing a connection with his patients to problem solve and reduce stressors, he is ready to help you tackle whatever is in your way!

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"Hi, I'm Dr. Becht, or Mike. Nice to meet you."

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Get to know Michael

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?


My education and life experiences, all the wonderful opportunities presented, I became aware and fully engaged in mans' search to find himself, something that is instilled in everyone. The keystone, undeniably necessary to strive/experience; "The sole purpose of life is to enjoy it."

What types of clients do you work with best?

The clients I work with best are ones that have a willingness to express/become vulnerable with a desire to achieve an overall positive sense of self.


What type of clients are you most excited to work with?


Clients that are willing to recognize that life is not predetermined, that they are not and never will be perfect, and they can have a beautiful life experience.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

I wish my clients knew that they are unique/one of a kind.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

Thriveworks presents the opportunity for me to utilize my clinical skills to positively affect lives.

What inspires you?

The sunrise.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

A nonjudgmental/objective collaborator in one's pursuit of improving their life.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Establish trust.


What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I enjoy my family, our dogs, music and enjoying life.

What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

My authenticity.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesGrief, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Behavioral Issues, Relationships, Sleep / Insomnia
ApproachesHumanistic / Rogerian, Psychoanalytic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based, Reality Therapy, Positive Psychology, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
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Education and training

Years in practice
25 years
Graduating institute
Immaculata University
Graduating degree
Doctor of Psychology
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1770887283
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State of practiceNJ
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Individual Counseling
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