MIG Counseling, PC

06/05/2026

Tired of feeling like you have to edit yourself to be accepted?

Meet Claire Bigham (she/they), the newest therapist at MIG Counseling.

Claire helps individuals and couples navigate anxiety, relationships, identity, intimacy, life transitions, and more, while creating a space that is affirming, inclusive, and free from shame.

Because healing happens when you can finally show up as your whole self.

📩 Now accepting new clients! Book a consult through the link in the comments!

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

Imagine that: people being decent to each other in the stands and on the internet!

Look, the world is a tough place right now. Showing a little kindness and respect can go a long way!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is woven into the freedom we experience every day.

At MIG Counseling, this day holds deep meaning for our founder, Dr. Michael Gisser, a veteran who understands both the strength and the cost of service.

Today, we pause in gratitude for those who never made it home — and for the families who carry their memory forward. 🇺🇸

05/18/2026

Great day out at the North Carolina Veteran's Business Association Golf Outing⛳🇺🇸

MIG Counseling was proud to be a hole sponsor, and Dr. Michael Gisser — founder of MIG and former U.S. Army Chaplain — had a great time connecting with fellow veterans and community members on the course!

Good golf, good people, and a great cause. We’re thankful to be part of it!

05/15/2026

You don’t have to be anxious. You don’t have to be unhappy. You don’t have to suffer in silence.

MIG Counseling has a team of therapists with a large variety of specialties, so no matter what you’re going through, we can help.

We serve NC and have offices in Raleigh, Cary and Pittsboro, and also have telehealth options. We also accept many insurances.

Reach out today if you need support.

05/13/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month isn’t just about checking in on others. It’s also about being honest with yourself.

So here’s your question:

When was the last time you felt truly like yourself?

Not productive, not “fine”, not just getting through the day: but genuinely grounded, connected, and at peace.

Your answer might tell you more than you realize.

05/07/2026

Sometimes dysregulation doesn’t look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like:

• being exhausted but unable to rest
• snapping over small things
• shutting down emotionally
• feeling overwhelmed by everyday tasks
• constantly living in “go mode”

Your nervous system carries stress, trauma, burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm in ways many people don’t realize.

The good news? Regulation is something you can build, slowly, gently, and with support.

You don’t have to earn rest or stay stuck in survival mode.

Swipe through to learn common signs of nervous system dysregulation and small ways to begin supporting your mind + body.

If this resonates with you, therapy can help. Reach us to us through the link in our bio 💙

05/01/2026

It doesn’t usually happen this fast, but we do get to know you (if you let us in!)

Give therapy a try. We have three locations in NC (Pittsboro, Cary and Raleigh) and have virtual options too!

Learn more through the link in our bio 😉

04/16/2026

Meet Mahkal Mathews, the newest member of the. MIG Team!

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just… not like yourself lately? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

Mahkal creates a space where you can exhale.

As a therapist at MIG Counseling, he works with adolescents, adults, and families—helping clients move toward real healing, not just coping.

Mahkal incorporates life coaching principles to support goal-setting, motivation, and meaningful progress, and believes in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship. He blends mindfulness and person-centered care to help you build resilience and experience meaningful growth.

Translation: this is a judgment-free zone where you can show up exactly as you are.

Reach out to us through the link in the comments to schedule an appointment with him!