Ceely Counseling

Ceely Counseling Michael Ceely, LMFT. Online Counseling for Men. Serving the San Francisco Bay Area and California.

05/06/2026

Got imposter syndrome?

Maybe doing something audacious can "cure" you.

Like getting on stage and trying to act without a script!

Shout out to Pan Theater in Oakland, CA!

What exactly is imposter syndrome? It's not as complicated as you might think, and the "cure" is within your reach. Chec...
04/30/2026

What exactly is imposter syndrome? It's not as complicated as you might think, and the "cure" is within your reach. Check out the full video on YouTube (link in comments).

04/03/2026

Transform your mood and focus in just 7 days. 🧠

Try this simple challenge: Go one week without watching the news or doom-scrolling. Think of it as cutting out mental junk food.

→ Unfollow negative accounts
→ Stop doom-scrolling
→ Take a "news diet" with a friend

You'll feel more relaxed and in control of your headspace.

Michael Ceely shares this game-changing tip he uses with his clients to protect their mental energy and boost focus.

03/07/2026

Reviews for Michael Ceely, LMFT - Counselor for Men in Berkeley, California

"Michael is a passionate and personable therapist. There are few male therapists who are as skilled with working with men as he is."
-Brian Sedgeley, Psy.D.

"Michael is an outstanding therapist. He is compassionate to your needs and also gives you just the right push to help you reach your goals. I highly recommend Michael."
-Kin Leung

"Michael is an amazing therapist. With compassion and understanding, Michael works with men to find the confidence in themselves to live an authentic fulfilling life. Michael's sports psychology training and his own experience of being an athlete, allow him the unique insight to help facilitate healthy changes in athletes, entrepreneurs and high achievers. I highly recommend Michael if you are looking for a therapist that will help you develop the skills and space to achieve your goals."
-Dr. David Shepard

"Michael is a very knowledgeable and multi-talented therapist. I know him best through his work with men. Michael champions men unlearning many of the masculinity myths that so many of us grew up on, and helping men find more authentic and vulnerable ways of being. In addition to his clinical work, Michael also supports men's work more broadly through the creation of Men's Therapy Directory, which provides a space for men to find therapists who specialize in men's individual and group work. He also produces wise yet down-to-earth videos on different psychological topics that I've found quite illuminating, many of which I have shared with my clients. I highly recommend reaching out to Michael if you're ready to dive in!"
-Troy Piwowarski, Psy.D.

03/02/2026

Think you're working efficiently by not taking a break? Think again. 🧠

Most people don't realize their focus and productivity take a major hit in the afternoon. It's called your circadian rhythm, and you can't fight it.

But here's the good news: taking a quick break can reset your brain and give you a powerful second wind. 💪

The ROI on taking a break is HUGE. So stop grinding and start working smarter.

🎯 Michael Ceely helps executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes perform at their highest level.

📩 Follow for more high-performance tips!

02/12/2026

Are you a people-pleaser? Do you find it hard to say no? The need to be liked by EVERYONE is a sign that something deeper is going on.

People-pleasing often masks itself as caring about others but dig deeper and you discover it stems from a need for external validation.

Follow for more insights on self-growth.

02/09/2026

Worried About Your New Job? Watch This First | High Performance Coaching

Are you stepping into a new high-stakes role and wondering if you'll be able to cut it? Feeling some imposter syndrome? You're not alone.

In this video, Michael Ceely, High Performance Executive Coach, shares powerful insights from his coaching sessions.

These insights will shift how you think about your new job role or position.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

✅ Skill Acquisition – You didn't start your previous role with all the skills you have now. The same will be true moving forward. You WILL acquire new skills.

✅ New Opportunities – Reflect on the unexpected opportunities that came your way over the past five years. New people, new clients, serendipitous moments... all that abundance will continue.

💡 So, give yourself permission to relax, trust your new role, and trust the path you're on.

About Michael Ceely
Michael Ceely is a High Performance Executive Coach who uses sports performance principles to help executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes achieve results far beyond their expectations.

📌 Topics covered in this video:

Imposter syndrome in leadership
Transitioning to a new executive role
Building confidence in high-stakes positions
Mindset shifts for success
Trusting your professional journey

02/03/2026

I was crushing it in the tech world. I had a great salary, I was ambitious, loving the work… until burnout hit.

The company I worked for brought in a business coach, but he was terrible! He only focused on the employees, not on the larger SYSTEM.

He gave us psychological tests, we did teambuilding activities... but none of the training addressed the real issue.

The real issue was organizational dynamics. It was a rapidly growing company and there were natural growing pains. The problem was not with the employees!

This frustrating experience became my catalyst for a career change. I went to grad school, studied counseling psychology, and now I help people understand the BIG picture in their jobs, so that can make INFORMED career decisions.

💡 Don't burn out and leave your job without understanding WHY things aren't working.

🎯 Ready to make informed career decisions?

👉 Follow for more insights on workplace dynamics & career growth!

02/03/2026

The world's greatest athletes have coaches. Why? Because they need someone with an outside perspective. Someone who can point out their blind spots.

The same principle applies to men who go to counseling. A counselor or therapist shows you what you can't see yourself.

A message to men: You don't always have to figure everything out on your own.

Getting help shows you care about yourself and want to make your life better.

Whether it's a simple issue or a big challenge, therapy can make a real difference.

02/01/2026

Many men suffer in silence, compartmentalizing, denying, or tolerating gaslighting in romantic or work relationships. Licensed psychotherapist Michael Ceely shares why men deserve healthy relationships, and sometimes that means being willing to walk away.

✨ The world is full of abundance and possibility. Men: you are worthy of respect.

👤 About Michael Ceely
High-performance coach and licensed psychotherapist helping men build healthier relationships.

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1918 Bonita Avenue
Berkeley, CA
94704

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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