- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Michael
Michael Cummings is a Kentucky-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and issues related to guilt and shame. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps and honest conversation.
He draws from cognitive-behavioral tools and acceptance-based approaches to address day-to-day problems. He also uses client-centered and mindfulness methods when they fit the person's needs. Michael aims for a direct, down-to-earth style that mixes experience with a bit of humor.
His practice includes work with people dealing with sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, low self-esteem, and life transitions. He has worked in bereavement counseling and in clinical roles serving military veterans and their families, which shaped his way of handling loss and trauma. He also has experience related to substance use and recovery techniques.
In sessions he often uses concrete strategies such as behavioral experiments, values-based exercises, and sleep-focused techniques when appropriate. He encourages practical changes and routines that can ease recurring problems like worry or sleepless nights. Conversations are intended to be straightforward and focused on what the person wants to change.
People who bring concerns about guilt or shame will find an approach that combines acceptance work with cognitive tools to notice patterns of self-blame and test unhelpful thoughts. He helps people clarify values and try small, manageable steps toward feeling differently about past actions and current choices.
Michael lives in the Appalachian region of Kentucky and brings long-term clinical and supervisory experience to his practice. He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients; practical session options should be confirmed before booking.
How Michael uses ACT, CBT and client-centered work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that reflect their values. It is often used for anxiety, shame, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, behaviors, and feelings and uses practical exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns; it can help with depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and working from the client’s concerns, giving space for the person to set goals and lead the pace of work.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Michael will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and blend methods that seem most useful. That collaboration guides whether the focus is values-driven ACT work, CBT skill practice, or a client-led conversation style.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in during a break, avoiding travel time, or choosing a format that uses less bandwidth. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises and homework to work well across distance so therapy can be practical and focused on daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family conflicts, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and related concerns such as guilt and shame.
How would he approach shame or guilt?
He combines acceptance-based work with cognitive-behavioral techniques to notice patterns of self-blame, test unhelpful thoughts, and try values-based steps aimed at shifting how someone relates to those feelings.
What is his background and experience?
He has 20 years of clinical experience, including bereavement counseling for hospice, clinical work serving military veterans and their families, healthcare ethics consulting, and supervisory roles in Kentucky.
Is he credentialed and where is he based?
He is a LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, credentialed in Kentucky, and practices from the Appalachian region of Kentucky.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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