Dr. Michael Edelstein is a clinical psychologist and direct trainee of Albert Ellis, Dr. Michael R. Edelstein brings over 50 years of cognitive-behavioral expertise, helping individuals transform anxiety-driven thinking patterns into clarity, resilience, and lasting change.

Dr. Michael R. Edelstein, Ph.D. at a glance

  • Trained directly by Albert Ellis, founder of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

  • Focuses on rapid cognitive change and practical mental health tools

  • Creator and host of the Three Minute Therapy podcast

  • A clinician comfortable teaching accessible, bite-sized cognitive reframes that people can use immediately

  • A published author with a clear voice focused on empowering people psychologically

Strategic Distinctives:

  • Media-savvy and comfortable with public education

  • Highly pragmatic and skill-based (vs. diagnostic)

  • Not focused on sleep specifically — but on thinking patterns that undermine wellbeing

  • His work resonates with people who feel stuck and overwhelmed

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