- ACT and mindfulness
- CBT techniques
- Sleep and relapse work
About Michael
Michael Cummings is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Kentucky with 20 years of experience. He works with adults on common life stresses including anger, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship and parenting concerns. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
He grew up in the Appalachian region and still lives in Kentucky. Being outdoors is important to him and he brings a straightforward, down-to-earth style to sessions. He combines direct conversation with practical strategies and a bit of humor when appropriate.
Michael uses a mix of approaches rather than one fixed method. He often applies cognitive-behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also uses acceptance-based work and mindfulness practices to help people manage strong feelings that keep coming up.
He has long experience with grief work and addictions, and has provided counseling for military veterans and their families during federal and state appointments. He has also worked as a bereavement counselor for hospice and served as a clinical supervisor for the Kentucky Board of Social Work.
In sessions he focuses on practical skills: sleep strategies, relapse prevention, stress management, communication techniques, and clear goal-setting. He helps people identify small, concrete steps they can try between sessions. For someone struggling with anger, he will work on recognizing triggers, shifting reactions, and building calmer routines.
To begin, Michael asks people to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment. His practice uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location.
How ACT, CBT and client-centered work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then choosing actions that match personal values. It is useful for anger that comes from avoidance, rumination, or stuck patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific skills to shift unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger that follows automatic negative thinking. Client-centered therapy prioritizes the person’s perspective and aims to create clear, respectful conversation where practical steps can be formed.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress is made and new challenges appear.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use work breaks or evenings more easily. Ask about the current online options when you schedule a first appointment to match the format to your routine.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does he address?
He helps with irritability, losing temper, built-up resentment, and living with someone else’s anger alongside related issues like stress and relationship strain.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a direct, down-to-earth approach that mixes practical skills with acceptance and mindfulness work.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience, including federal and state clinical work and years as a bereavement counselor for hospice.
What credential and location are listed?
He is an LCSW licensed in Kentucky and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
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 before booking.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.