- Reality Therapy
- EMDR for trauma
- DBT and CBT skills
About Michael
Michael Ziegler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Missouri with 12 years of experience. He helps people who are struggling with moods, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, parenting strains, substance use concerns, and difficulties that trace back to family of origin issues. Michael speaks English and works with adults on a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
He uses practical, straightforward methods to identify what a person wants and what gets in the way. Reality Therapy is central to his work - it looks at current choices and whether those choices are helping someone reach their goals. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to build thinking and coping skills people can use right away.
For people carrying painful memories, Michael regularly uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, an approach aimed at processing distressing memories so they interfere less with daily life. Mindfulness and trauma-focused approaches also appear in his work when they fit the client’s needs. He combines these tools to address symptoms like depression, anger, sleep problems, and low self-esteem.
His background includes work with first responders, law enforcement, people adjusting to life after prison, and child-focused family therapy settings. That experience informs how he approaches intense stress, grief, and relationship strain. Michael invites clients to clarify goals, try concrete behavior changes, and practice skills between sessions.
To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Session fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How therapeutic approaches are used online
Many clients work with Michael using approaches grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR. CBT looks at the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them, which helps with anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and stress. EMDR focuses on processing distressing memories so those memories interfere less with daily routines and emotions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Michael will discuss goals and preferences and collaborate with people to decide whether CBT, EMDR, DBT skills, or a mix makes the most sense. That decision can evolve as sessions progress and new priorities emerge.
Session formats are not listed here, so please confirm which options are available before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use these formats to practice skill-building, process memories, and work on thought patterns in ways that fit everyday life without requiring a long commute.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and parenting concerns, and matters tied to family of origin issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses Reality Therapy to clarify goals and current choices, and combines CBT and DBT techniques to build practical skills for coping and behavior change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working in settings that include first responder support, law enforcement, and child-focused family therapy.
Which credentials and state licensure does he hold?
He holds LPC and LCPC credentials with licensure in Missouri as MO LPC and ME LCPC.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Current session formats are not specified here; please confirm the available formats before booking.
How are fees handled?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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