- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused work
About Michael
Michael Kubiak is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan with 25 years of clinical experience. He helps people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, ADHD, relationship strain, grief, sleep and eating concerns, and the stresses of life change. He works with adults and draws on several proven approaches in session.
Clients can expect practical, down-to-earth conversations that focus on current problems and next steps. He uses clear strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Sessions aim to strengthen coping skills, communication, and routines that support recovery and stability.
Michael blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness practices, among other methods. That mix lets him listen for what matters most, then introduce concrete exercises and thinking tools that fit a person's life. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support change and Solution-Focused techniques to set short-term goals.
Across 25 years he has worked with a wide range of concerns, including substance use, family of origin issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and codependency. He pays attention to patterns that keep problems repeating and looks for small, manageable shifts clients can try between sessions.
His style is straightforward and collaborative. He asks questions, offers feedback, and sets measurable steps clients can test. People seeking help for young adult issues such as leaving home, first jobs, identity questions, and relationship changes may find his practical focus helpful.
How Michael uses therapy approaches online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says so they can find their own solutions; it helps when someone needs space to clarify values and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, which can be useful for stress and trauma recovery.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That collaborative testing helps shape a plan with short-term steps and practical exercises to try between sessions.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, make it easier to attend between classes or shifts, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same therapeutic techniques in a way that fits a client’s schedule and needs.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, relationship and grief issues, and related difficulties such as sleep and eating problems.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach that combines listening with concrete strategies from Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience working with adults on a wide range of mental health and life-change concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and practices in Michigan.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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