Michael Kirch, PhD
Michael Kirch, PhD
Conditions and Treatments
- Psychotherapy
Ratings and Reviews
4.998 Ratings 36 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.8 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.9 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- September 21, 2023 Dr. Kirch is wonderful. Great listener and helps you feel better about yourself.
- September 8, 2023 I always leave my appointment feeling so much better. I understand why I have the problems I have and also the negative feelings I experience. He always gives me things I can work on and ways of dealing with my problems. I honestly always leave feeling so much better. He is a great doctor!!!
- August 2, 2023 He is outstanding as a person and a therapist. I was having a very difficult emotionally and with his help I was able to start to control my feelings!
- August 1, 2023 Dr Kirch has GREAT energy & I am looking forward to future sessions with Dr Kirch. GRATEFUL !
- July 28, 2023 Dr. Kirch is the fifth therapist I have seen over the course of nearly 45 years. Extremely reluctant to begin again with a 5th therapist, I finally reached a point where outside help was needed to continue living. My initial appointment with Dr. Kirch startled me as I realized that here is someone who is nonjudgmental, caring, supportive without using trite, pop psychology terminology, with an ability to “connect the dots” of even my most erratic thinking. In addition, his strong and honest faith permits me the freedom to discuss my own faith journey as it progresses. He is supportive, caring, attentive to nuances that escape me. The best therapists guide, never instruct…he personifies that standard. In addition, the staff of the Behavioral Health unit have, as needed, gone the extra mile to also support me and assure my safety. In 2021 locating me and assuring that I received emergency care. Support staff only do that when the leadership of a team is of a quality and determination to see the best possible outcomes.
- July 13, 2023 He is the best therapist after years of trying to find a match.
- July 12, 2023 I look forward to every appointment with Dr. Kirch. I feel comfortable discussing any issues that is going on in my life. I feel a heavy load lifted after each session. Thank you.
- July 7, 2023 Dr. Kirch is attentive, patient and bold. He reminds me that I am a part of something much bigger than myself.
- July 1, 2023 Dr. Kirch is so understanding and has such a natural and easy way to help me through my problems. I always hang up feeling so much stronger and happier after our visits. He is a great person and a terrific dr. I feel so lucky to have him as a dr.
- June 28, 2023 Dr.Kirch and I have developed a trusting and honest communication. I don't worry about anything that I say coming back to haunt me and I can be honest and fear no repercussions. I wish that I had sought this kind of help 25 or 30 years ago - I could have saved myself from the train wreck that was my life. Thanks
- June 9, 2023 Dr. Kirch is an outstanding and exceptional provider.
- May 25, 2023 The doctor has a very casual conversational style that works well for me. But the same time it is very obvious that he is concerned about my well-being let me progress toward getting better.
- May 6, 2023 He is always so positive and helps me see things and understand things so clearly. He is so kind and compassionate and always there with such good advice. He helps me understand my problems and in such an a positive way. He always lets me explain how I’m feeling and then talks to me and helps me to understand why I feel the way I do!! I feel so much after our visit!
- May 2, 2023 He always listens and explain to me what is going on.
- April 27, 2023 Dr. Kirch is wonderful. He listens to me with great concern. He is a wonderful doctor and person.
- April 21, 2023 Dr. Kirch assisted me by drafting the proper documentation for my service animal to be recognized.
- April 13, 2023 Over time I have come to trust Dr.Kirch and value his knowledge and I feel that I can express anything negative or positive and I won't be judged for it. Some of my thoughts are pretty intense but we work through them together and put them in the proper perspective. Thanks
- March 23, 2023 Dr. Kirch is extraordinary. There is no one like him and I am extremely fortunate to be his patient.
- March 17, 2023 Dr. Kirch always helps me to understand my feelings and when I hang up I feel like I will be able to cope with the feelings that bother me!
- March 9, 2023 Doctor Kirch is very much a down-to-earth person and a very spiritual person. These two things are very much in need in the world today. I have developed a trust with the doctor and our conversations give me some clarity as to what's going on between my ears. Thanks
- February 2, 2023 Dr. Kirch is an outstanding dr. I was feeling very upset and anxious and after our visit I was able to look at things in a much different way. He was able to help me understand my problem and helped me to understand ways of dealing with them.
- January 30, 2023 Dr. Kirch is great!
- January 26, 2023 Dr.Kirch has created for me an environment in which I feel very secure and being honest about what is really going on in my life- not what I attempt to hide from the public. I feel that the sessions we have are really life-changing stuff for me. Thanks
- January 25, 2023 As Dr Kirch is a psychologist, any comments infringe on confidentiality.
- December 22, 2022 He is so kind and truly cares. He always helps me understand why I am feeling a certain way and helps to calm any anxieties I may be experiencing.
- December 20, 2022 My initial visit, he was very friendly and made me feel comfortable. Look forward to seeing again.
- December 14, 2022 He cares about me and my illnesses. He tries to meet my needs and offer help! He is outstanding at his job! Best doctor ever.
- November 21, 2022 Dr Michael Kirch is a very caring professional. He has shown incredible interest knowing the essence of my problems and concerns with how I am progressing through them.
- November 12, 2022 He??s always so kind and truly wants to make sure I understand my problems and how I can make things better.
- November 1, 2022 Grateful for Dr. Kirch - he is very special. Extremely grateful to be his patient.
- October 24, 2022 Dr. Kirch is attentive, caring and gives helpful feedback.
- October 20, 2022 The doc there's a wonderful job of listening to my problems etc and using his knowledge to give me relatable things to use when they happen. He is great about using layman's terms that I can easily understand and use in my daily life. Thanks
- October 14, 2022 The Doctor is very knowledgeable and interested in my concerns.
- October 6, 2022 Going through the motions. Availability in office is limited as he alternates weeks between Tues, Wed, Thurs and Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs scheduling. Leaves no space for emergency. Does not read prior day messages first thing in AM.
- October 6, 2022 Dr Kirch is a "Godsend"! He excels at being able to relate to me as a patient and is patient when listening. Helps on me actually feel "heard" & not just sitting there nodding in agreement & not actually listening to my pleas for help.
- October 3, 2022 Dr. Kirch is exceptional - he is an outstanding doctor.
Locations
Behavioral Medicine - Eastchester
formerly known as Cornerstone Behavioral Medicine
Credentials
Education
- MA, Binghamton University, 1995
- PhD, Binghamton University, 1998
Positions
- Psychologist - Wake Forest Health Network
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC