- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Homework based
About Michael
Michael Perkins is a Missouri LCSW with 20 years of clinical and counseling experience. He also has over 25 years teaching social work and human services. He helps people manage relationship strain, family and parenting challenges, anxiety, stress, and life changes. He also works with anger and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and client-centered methods. Sessions focus on practical skills people can use between meetings. He often suggests short activities or reading to practice new ways of responding to stress and anger.
Michael pays attention to what is already working in a person's life. He asks about strengths and everyday resources as the basis for change. Homework is offered when it fits the goals, and it can include simple exercises or journaling prompts.
In conversation he keeps the emphasis on clear goals and small steps. He explains CBT ideas plainly and uses mindfulness techniques to help reduce reactivity. The work tends to be straightforward - notice patterns, try alternative responses, and review what helps.
He asks people to define what they want from therapy and then shapes sessions around those aims. Michael’s background in teaching informs how he explains concepts. That makes practical tools easier to use outside sessions.
How his approaches translate to online work
Michael uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness in clear, practical ways. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in behavior to reduce stress and anger. Mindfulness practice teaches simple attention and breathing skills that help reduce reactivity and improve focus.He also uses a Client-Centered stance, which means the therapist listens for what matters to the person and builds goals from there. Choosing an approach is collaborative - he will work with the client to see which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences and adjust as those needs change.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life - shorter check-ins around a work break, not having to travel, or using audio-only when video is difficult. These practical benefits help people try new skills where they live and work, and allow therapy to fit a regular routine.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he address?
He works with relationship strain, family and parenting concerns, anger, anxiety, stress, trauma and related problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses Client-Centered methods alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness. Sessions emphasize practical skills and clear goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical and counseling experience plus over 25 years teaching social work and human services.
What credential and location should I know about?
He is an LCSW licensed in Missouri and does not take clients who live in another state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
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?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.