Michael R. Whitehead, PhD, LMFT

10/30/2025

If you haven't had a chance to read my book yet, now is the time to get it. It is currently topping the Amazon Best Sellers lists for the following categories:

#1: Counseling Children
#2: Adolescent Counseling

And is #1 as a new release in the following categories:

- Counseling
- Adolescent Counseling
- Mental Illness
- Adolescent Psychology

10/28/2025

Today, I presented for the Systemic Family Therapy Conference on my approach (ISPT). I recorded a similar presentation and turned it into a free intro course to my book and my approach.

I encourage anyone interested in the book to take a chance to explore the recording.

This recorded workshop introduces clinicians to ISPT, and the contents of my book, Treating Children with Disruptive Behavior Disorders: An Integrative Play

10/27/2025

Only 1 day left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, discover the hope, healing, and transformation that is possible from using Integrative Systemic Play Therapy!

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675

10/27/2025

The AAMFT Virtual Systemic Family Therapy Conference is tomorrow!

So excited for this presentation and the official release of my book on ISPT.

During my presentation I will provide an overview of Integrative Systemic Play Therapy. Join me to see how each phase of ISPT is specifically designed to reverse systemic changes that take place in families who experience children with Disruptive Behavior Disorders.

10/26/2025

Only 2 days left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, don't miss out on the opportunity to "see, hear, and understand" who these wonderful human beings are.

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675

10/25/2025

Just 3 days left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, learn to lean into these cases and find hope in working with these children.

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675

10/25/2025

3 Days before the AAMFT Virtual Systemic Family Therapy Conference!

My presenting for SFTC coincides with the release date of my book on ISPT.

During my presentation I will share a quick story about Sandra and Tino and why their case ignited a desire in me to provide effective and compassionate care to children with ODD. Join me to discover why many families often feel defeated and hopeless when looking for treatment for their children with ODD and other DBDs.

10/24/2025

Just 4 days left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, discover an approach through case examples that teaches clinicians, teachers, and parents skills for working with these kids.

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675

10/23/2025

Just 5 days left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, find the hope beyond the diagnosis as explored in this book.

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675

10/22/2025

Just 6 days left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, discover the step-by-step approach described in this book.

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675

10/22/2025

Only 6 Days left before the AAMFT Virtual Systemic Family Therapy Conference!

My presenting for SFTC coincides with the release date of my book on ISPT.

During my presentation I will demonstrate some simple Bio-Feedback tools all therapists can use to assist in their treatment of families with children experiencing DBDs. Join us to find out how these tools can accelerate the treatment of Disruptive Behavior Disorders.

10/21/2025

Just 7 days left before this book is available to the public!

If you work with or have children who express oppositional, defiant, aggressive, or violent behaviors, don't miss out on the transformation that can take place by following the guidelines in this book.

Order here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683738675