- Strengths focused
- Action oriented
- Trauma informed
About Michael
Michael Gee is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan. He has 10 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and addictions. He talks plainly and aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is nervous about starting therapy.
Michael treats codependency and related struggles like abandonment, guilt and shame, and isolation. He also works with people facing drug and alcohol addiction and with concerns tied to post-traumatic stress and veteran and armed forces issues. Sessions focus on everyday problems and practical ways to move forward.
His approach centers on the client’s story and strengths. He uses methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing to guide work in the room. Michael emphasizes collaboration and clear goals rather than jargon and long lectures.
People can expect straightforward conversation, pacing that fits their needs, and help turning insights into actions. He highlights small, concrete steps that can reduce symptoms and improve daily routines. Michael recognizes how hard starting therapy can be and aims to make that first step feel respected.
Over his career he has worked across a range of concerns and focuses on building practical skills and personal understanding. He encourages questions about how therapy will work and what to expect at the first sessions.
How Michael’s approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and problems like codependency where patterns keep repeating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns or reactions. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a structured approach for working with traumatic memories and intense distress, and it is often used when past events continue to cause strong reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael will talk with each person about their goals, symptoms, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on what helps the individual most.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity between appointments. It can reduce travel time and make scheduling simpler for people with work or caregiving commitments. Confirm current session options before booking to learn which formats are available with this therapist, and discuss any practical needs at your first appointment so sessions can be arranged to fit your routine.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michael address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addictions. Additional focuses include codependency, abandonment, guilt and shame, isolation, and veteran-related concerns.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions center on the client’s story and strengths. He uses collaborative methods and practical steps drawn from approaches like ACT, CBT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 10 years of professional work experience in counseling and mental health support.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Michigan and practices there.
In which languages can I work with him?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a session with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to his availability.
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