- Compassionate listener
- Practical coping skills
- Values-based work
About Michael
Michael Goodman is a licensed professional counselor who has practiced for 33 years in Illinois and Missouri. He brings long experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, eating concerns, depression, relationship strain, and grief. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Michael focuses on building a practical plan that fits the individual he is talking with.
Over decades of work he has learned to keep conversations direct and useful. He tailors sessions to the issues a person brings and the goals they want to reach. That might include learning new coping skills for anxiety, addressing patterns around food and body image, or working through codependency and communication problems.
Michael uses several approaches to help people get unstuck. He draws on acceptance and commitment strategies to clarify values and take meaningful steps. Cognitive behavioral ideas are used to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. He also integrates mindfulness practices and client-centered listening to make room for emotion and personal pace.
Clients can expect a supportive tone and practical focus in sessions. Michael emphasizes collaboration - you set the goals and he helps map the path. He aims to empower people to make lasting changes rather than rely on quick fixes.
His years of practice include work with trauma and EMDR-informed methods when appropriate. He is comfortable addressing life transitions, parenting stress, career concerns, and issues like isolation, shame, or forgiveness. If you want to explore whether he is a good fit, follow the site steps to begin a match and scheduling.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, practical steps toward those values. It is useful when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to change how someone feels and acts. It often helps with anxiety, mood, and coping with day-to-day stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and build emotional awareness, which supports work on depression, stress, and urges related to addictions.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they pick methods to try and adjust them as progress is made, so the plan stays practical and relevant.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Many people find online sessions fit better into busy lives because they remove commute time and allow easier scheduling around work or caregiving. Others appreciate shorter check-ins for quick support or choosing sessions that do not require video to reduce bandwidth needs. Discussing these practical preferences during the matching step helps shape a workable plan.
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Experience
33+ years
Credentials
Missouri, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Michael address?
Michael works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, eating and body image concerns, relationship strain, trauma and grief, codependency, and career or life-change challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He takes a practical, respectful approach that combines direct problem-solving with listening. Sessions focus on clear goals, skill-building, and helping people move toward values they care about.
How much experience does he have?
He has 33 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with individuals on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPC and LCPC credentials and is licensed in Missouri and Illinois. His practice is based in Missouri.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options on the booking page before scheduling.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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