Michael Mudgett, LPC
Compassionate counseling for life transitions
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At a glance
- Listed location
- Michigan
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Michigan)
- LPC · No. 6401009279
- NPI
- 1497186381
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- Communication skills
- Trauma support
- Stress and anxiety
About Michael
He brings 18 years of clinical experience to his work and combines several therapeutic approaches to meet each person's needs. Sessions focus on teaching listening and communication techniques, building emotional awareness, and developing concrete strategies for coping with anxiety, anger, and trauma. He also helps people who are dealing with addictive behaviors, sleep or eating concerns, and career-related stress.
Michael describes his style as warm and interactive. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and a nonjudgmental stance while tailoring treatment to each person's situation. He also draws on his background as an ordained minister to support clients exploring spiritual concerns when that is part of their journey.
Special interests include early childhood trauma, grief and loss, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue. He also lists aging and geriatric issues among his additional focuses, which can be relevant when life changes bring new stressors and caregiving questions.
People who choose to work with him typically learn skills they can use between sessions and get help deciding what to try next. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
How Michael Uses Different Approaches Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and choose actions that match their values, which can ease anxiety and life transition stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and trying practical behavioral changes to reduce symptoms like worry, sleep problems, or low mood. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reshaping emotional patterns in close relationships to improve connection and reduce conflict.Finding the right approach is a team effort. Michael will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals, preferences, and situation. He adapts tools from these approaches rather than using a single fixed method, and he checks in regularly to see what is helping.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time so appointments are simpler to keep. Licensed professionals can use these methods effectively in remote work, and Michael tailors exercises, communication skills training, and trauma-focused techniques so they work in the format you choose.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michael help with?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma, addiction concerns, and life changes including aging and geriatric issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm and interactive, focusing on respect and sensitivity while teaching practical skills like listening and communication.
What is his professional background?
Michael has 18 years of counseling experience and has served in pastoral roles; he combines clinical practice with experience supporting spiritual concerns when clients want that.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Michigan and holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.