Works with
How Michael works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC, LMHC
- Licensed in
- Colorado, Florida
- Years in practice
- 41
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Michael
Michael Gusack is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Colorado. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, chronic illness, grief, depression, addiction, and life changes. He brings 41 years of experience to sessions and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.
Clients can expect a relaxed, straightforward style. Sessions center on clear goals and hands-on tools rather than long theory discussions.
Background and approach
Michael often uses techniques that help people break unhelpful patterns and regain confidence in daily life. He combines cognitive behavioral ideas with client-centered listening. That means therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors while making space for each person’s values and strengths.
He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, and hypnotherapy when they fit the goal of treatment. Michael has worked with people facing chronic pain, serious illness, and the stress those conditions bring. He also supports people managing panic, phobias, post-traumatic stress, and compassion fatigue.
His sessions aim to reduce symptoms and help people build routines that support wellbeing. People who want an action-focused approach will find that Michael focuses on skills practice, short-term strategies, and planning for real-life situations. He writes about these topics and brings that practical experience into the counseling room.
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Michael's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Cancer
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Forgiveness
- Hearing impaired
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
Approaches Michael lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic Approaches Offered Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and realign actions with what matters most. It is often used for anxiety, chronic illness adjustment, and making forward-moving choices when life feels stuck.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns in thinking and behavior and trying specific exercises to change them. CBT is commonly used for depression, panic, phobias, sleeping problems, and anger management because it gives concrete skills to practice.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a method used to reduce the impact of traumatic memories. When appropriate, it can help people who struggle with post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms.
Picking the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before. That conversation guides whether ACT, CBT, EMDR, hypnotherapy, or a client-centered style is the best fit.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. Video sessions let you see and hear the therapist for full conversation. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Chat and text messaging can be used for quick updates, notes between sessions, or when typing feels easier. These options help fit therapy into busy routines and varied lifestyles.
Questions people ask about Michael
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, grief, depression, addictions, relationship strain, sleeping problems, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is relaxed and practical. He focuses on clear goals, skill practice, and steps people can use between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 41 years of experience working with a wide range of emotional and medical concerns, and is also a published author on related topics.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds LPC and LMHC credentials with CO LPC and FL LMHC and is based in Colorado.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability.