Therapist profile
Michael Gusack, LPC, LMHC
Colorado
LPC LMHC - Anxiety and Chronic Illness
Continue with MichaelWhere Michael stands
- Credentials
- LPC, LMHC
- License
- LPC, Colorado / 0015851; LMHC, Florida / MH2889
- NPI
- 1548285158
- Experience
- 41 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Colorado
About
- CBT approaches
- ACT methods
- EMDR and hypnotherapy
About Michael
Michael Gusack is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 41 years of clinical experience in Colorado. He works with adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, sleep problems, anger, and codependency. He also supports people facing chronic illness, cancer, aging concerns, and life transitions.
He draws on cognitive behavioral methods while keeping sessions practical and direct. Clients can expect clear strategies they can use between visits. He mixes talk-based work with focused interventions aimed at shifting unhelpful patterns and improving day-to-day functioning.
His approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and hypnotherapy. That range lets him match techniques to specific problems like panic attacks, trauma symptoms, or persistent negative beliefs. He aims for work that changes what people do, not just what they think about.
Michael has a long history of working with chronic illness and people worn down by ongoing stressors. He also offers coaching-style guidance for those who want practical planning alongside psychotherapy. Sessions emphasize skill building, clearer choices, and concrete next steps.
People who have been putting others first or feeling stuck in reactive patterns will find short, straightforward sessions focused on real-world change. To begin, follow the site's steps to see online therapy options, complete the brief questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then take actions that match their values. It can help with anxiety, avoidance, and motivation problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down patterns of thinking and behavior, then teaches practical skills to interrupt them; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that works with memories and the body’s reactions to reduce distress linked to past events.Figuring out which approach will be most helpful is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their symptoms, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. That plan can change as progress is reviewed, so the work stays aligned with what the client needs.
The site’s onboarding asks you to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Because session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm available online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow a shorter check-in on a work break or when mobility is limited. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and EMDR techniques to work in remote sessions, focusing on skills practice, guided exercises, and paced trauma processing.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
41+ years
Listed in
Colorado, Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, addictions, codependency, sleep problems, anger, and life changes including chronic illness and aging issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, solution-focused style that emphasizes clear strategies and skills to apply between sessions.
How long has he practiced?
He has 41 years of experience working with adults on a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and where is he based?
He holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Colorado.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.