Plan Be Counseling takes a unique approach to counseling. Michael Shelby is a Licensed Professional Counselor. He spent years helping individuals recover from a variety of addictive and behavioral problems. With a blend of empathy and professionalism, he listens with the goal of understanding. He is dedicated to creating personal connections with his clients, building trusting relationships, and developing customized and attainable solutions. Michael's prior experience includes work at the Center for Internet and Technology Addiction with Dr. David Greenfield - a true pioneer in the field of Technology Addiction. Michael also worked at the Rushford Treatment Center in various counseling positions. Michael works hands-on with individuals struggling and striving through every stage of the recovery and the healing process. Using a compassionate and effective approach to behavioral therapy, Plan Be can provide individual, family, and group counseling, develop treatment plans, and monitor patients’ progress. Those who have worked with Michael emphasize his ability to relate with humor and compassion. Michael is deeply committed to helping people reach a better place.Technology Addiction Center (TAC) provides an innovative approach to technology addiction treatment. Technology addiction can include problems with computer gaming, online gambling, compulsive shopping, pornography, and “mindless surfing”. Our Licensed Professional Counselors have extensive backgrounds in technology and years of experience helping people recognize and recover from technology dependence and abuse. At TAC counselors we speak the language of technology and listen with empathy to understand your needs. We build personal and trusting relationships with our clients to create customized solutions. He is frequently featured on NBC, CNN, Fox, and MSNBC – providing timely coverage of various psychology, addiction, and technology-related issues. Michael has taught and lectured in Asia, Russia, and North America. He is a dynamic speaker in high demand. Finally, we provide exclusive, one-on-one, concierge Life Coaching services to top-level business executives - helping our clients manage their time and balance their lives.