Michael Gusack, LPC, LMHC

Michael Gusack is a licensed counselor who helps people living with chronic illness and those coping with anxiety or major life transitions. He brings a calm, conversational style to sessions and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Michael uses straightforward language so clients can try ideas between meetings and see what works for them.

With 41 years of experience, Michael emphasizes building skills that support creative confidence and greater day-to-day freedom. He draws on cognitive behavioral methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that get in the way of living well. He also works with acceptance-based ideas to help people tolerate difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful goals.

Michael has authored published work and blends evidence-informed approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and hypnotherapy into a flexible process. He tailors the mix to each person’s needs and pace rather than using a single fixed method.

Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Michael aims to make therapy feel doable, with clear next steps after each meeting. He helps people set realistic goals for managing pain, fatigue, mood, anxiety, grief, and other challenges that come with long-term health conditions.

Based in Colorado, Michael works in English and supports people addressing issues such as depression, addictions, sleep problems, panic, phobias, codependency, and compassion fatigue. Before booking, confirm current session options and scheduling details.

How online approaches and methods can help

Michael commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his clinical work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn small actions that move them toward those values despite difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors to find patterns that increase stress or pain and then tests new ways of responding.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before, then suggest a mix of methods to try. Clients and therapist check in over time and adjust the plan based on what helps most.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life and reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed, and can be convenient when juggling medical appointments or caregiving. Confirm the therapist’s current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. The goal is to make therapy practical and doable for everyday schedules while focusing on managing symptoms, building coping skills, and pursuing meaningful goals.