Michael Radkowsky, Psy.D

I have known Michael for over 20 years and through our professional collaborations, I have become quite familiar with his work. Michael has a rare combination of both clinical wisdom and warmth. He is easy to talk to and never judgmental. I feel these attributes make him a wonderful therapist. I often refer my physical therapy patients to Michael for psychotherapy and am always impressed by how much they benefit in terms of healing and increasing their resilience. I frequently collaborate with Michael professionally and so I know first-hand his expertise in working with straight and gay couples and individuals, and with LGBT issues in mental health. I feel very comfortable referring both individuals and couples to Michael, knowing that they will be in very capable hands. Anyone choosing to work with Michael would be fortunate to have a caring and dedicated therapist.

Michael is an excellent therapist and I’m thrilled to refer individuals and couples to him. I’ve known him for over 15 years through shared supervision groups and workshops, and I’m always impressed with the enormous care, curiosity, integrity and intelligence he brings to his work with his clients. He’s outrageously smart, making creative psychological connections that others might miss. And he’s going to challenge you to work, with compassion! Elizabeth Perwin, LCSW-C, Silver Spring, MD

Although I have not had the good fortune to be seen by Dr. Radkowsky, I find the advice he offers through his column in The Blade to be immensely helpful in not just my relationships but my life in general. His insight into the complex issues that arise when two people unite is remarkable! He offers his readers sound advice and encouragement while gently guiding them towards self awareness and healing. If given the opportunity I would absolutely have Dr. Michael as my psychologist!

Michael is a great person to talk with if your relationship with a significant other is going through a rough patch. While there are a lot of therapists out there, I feel like he is well-suited to understand and help you address your needs. While it's not his job to solve your issues, he certainly provides guidance that can help you help yourself--and your partner.

After a stressful move to Washington DC couples counseling was definitely called for and my physician referred Dr. Radkowsky for couples therapy. Very helpful. The sessions can be tough but we're not missing the hostility, frustration and deadlock. We're very comfortable with Michael, who somehow both puts us at ease AND pushes each of us to be a much better spouse. I think the best part of our couples counseling sessions is that we're really learning to recognize our own part in our squabbles and learning some great ways to get a grip and behave way better toward each other. As a result, it's easier to stop fighting and we're arguing much less in the first place. We are a lot closer and much happier, and I think I can speak for both of us that we're feeling resentful toward each other a lot less frequently. Neither of us misses the resentment. I'd say that couples therapy with Michael is saving our marriage.

Michael is a great psychologist because he combines wisdom, insight, caring, professionalism, and very importantly! a sense of humor.