Michael Gusack, LPC, LMHC

Michael Gusack helps people who are worn down by chronic illness, anxiety, grief, or major life changes. He works with clients who struggle with stress, sleep problems, low self-esteem, addictions, anger, and the aftereffects of trauma and abuse. Michael frames work in practical steps so people can regain more control over daily life.

He uses straightforward methods to teach skills people can use right away. Sessions focus on problem solving, shifting unhelpful thinking, and building small habits that add up. Michael describes his style as relaxed and direct, aiming for clear progress rather than jargon.

With decades of experience, Michael draws on a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. He brings Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people accept difficult feelings while changing behaviors that hold them back. He also integrates client-centered listening and targeted methods such as EMDR and hypnotherapy when they fit the situation.

Michael holds the LPC credential and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, and has worked in the field for many years. He practices in Colorado and carries experience supporting people facing aging concerns, cancer, chronic pain and disability, codependency, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are conducted in English.

People who choose him often want a practical plan and clear tools. He emphasizes pacing the work to match each person’s goals and tolerance. The focus is on usable strategies that help people move toward a life they find more satisfying.

Approaches that translate well to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then pick actions that match their values. It is helpful for anxiety, stress, and coping with chronic illness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms such as depression, panic, and sleep problems. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) addresses distress from past events by using structured processing steps to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. That choice can change over time as progress is made and needs shift.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins, or remove the need to travel to an office. Many people find that learning practical skills and doing therapeutic exercises between meetings helps them make steady progress in everyday life.