MIG Counseling, PC

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

From MIG Founder, Michael Gisser:

This week, I stood at the top of Angels Landing.

If you've never heard of it, it's one of the most famous—and intimidating—hikes in the country. The final stretch follows a narrow ridge with steep drop-offs on both sides, using chains to help hikers navigate sections where fear can easily take over.

And here's the thing: I'm terrified of heights.

Every instinct told me to turn around. My heart raced. My mind imagined every worst-case scenario. But step by step, chain by chain, I kept moving forward.

The challenges that help us grow rarely feel comfortable. Whether it's hiking a mountain, having a difficult conversation, setting a boundary, asking for help, or making a life change, growth often asks us to walk through discomfort before we reach the other side.

By the time I reached the summit, I wasn't fearless. But I was reminded of something important: we are capable of more than our fear wants us to believe.

What's one thing you've been avoiding because it feels scary?

06/15/2026

No matter how many times we fall into the pit, we'll always be here to support you 💙

06/11/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and authenticity of the LGBTQ+ community 🌈

Everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, valued, and supported. At MIG Counseling, we are committed to providing compassionate, affirming care for individuals of ALL identities and backgrounds.

Whether you're navigating relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity exploration, or simply looking for support, you don't have to do it alone!

This month and every month, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care.

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

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.