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Michael Cummings, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 7 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Kentucky

Recent reviews

He’s easy to talk to

Reviewed March 2023

Mike has been an absolute joy to work with. As someone who started therapy immediately after an end of a 10-year relationship with my significant other and on the cusp of a career pivot after 2 year sabbatical from corporate work, Mike's kind, empathetic, and gentle style of therapy was exactly what I needed to help me work through the grief, depression, confusion, fear, and anxiety that came with all the life changes that came with both these situations (moving out of a home from my ex-partner, redefining and interviewing for a new career, learning how to be on my own again, etc.). I worked with Mike for the last four months and he was the perfect therapist for my needs. I'm someone who is willing to try a lot of different things at once to 'fix' my own situation and as soon as I see some progress, I tend to stop doing the things that worked. With Mike's weekly guidance, worksheet suggestions, and encouragement, I felt like he was the anchor that I needed to keep to continue the things that worked - every week he made it a point to celebrate whatever win, uplifting effort I've done, and provided the exact words I needed to hear to work through whatever obstacle I had for the week. His therapy isn't style, but rather one that's like talking to with a non-pushy friend that somehow always says just the right words you need to hear to help you feel better without ever feeling prescriptive, directive, or demanding - something I really really appreciated and am grateful for. No issue felt too small or trivial to bring up. I'm so glad that BetterHelp allowed me the opportunity to connect with a therapist like Mike and I'm incredibly happy and grateful with the journey I've had with him. Highly recommend to others. Thank you Mike!

Reviewed April 2023

More about Michael

  • 3 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

My name is Mike and I call Kentucky my home. I have spent most of my life in the Appalachian region, with a short-work tenure in Knoxville. I love living in the mountains and find being outdoors is where I find the most joy.

My approach to therapy is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I draw from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. I’m an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling.

My areas of specialized practice experience include: depression, anxiety, marriage and family therapy, family issues/discord, family changes, stress management, adjustment, trauma, coaching/motivation/self-esteem, sleep issues, and substance-abuse.

I like to utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy, as well as acceptance work, for more general mental health concerns. For marriage/family concerns, a behavioral family therapy model, and I utilize S.M.A.R.T. recovery for substance abuse issues. I like to use involve Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, which can be utilized for minor, or significant sleep disturbances.

Past and current practice experience includes:

Institutional Review Board for a federal government agency

Kentucky Board of Social Work Clinical Supervisor

Healthcare Ethics Consultant

13 years of clinical work with the federal and state government, providing care for military veterans and their families.

2 years working as a bereavement counselor for Hospice.

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SPECIALTIES

• Stress, Anxiety

• Relationship issues

• Parenting issues

• Self esteem

• Depression

I also have experience in Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD.

Years of Experience: 15

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Grief Depression Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Licenses

Michael Cummings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639365810.

  • LCSW · Kentucky · 3792 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Michael Cummings

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

7 reviews

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Clients mention: Empathetic Grateful Recommend Anxiety Comfortable Easy Genuine Great Guidance Knowledgeable

He’s easy to talk to

Reviewed March 2023

Mike has been an absolute joy to work with. As someone who started therapy immediately after an end of a 10-year relationship with my significant other and on the cusp of a career pivot after 2 year sabbatical from corporate work, Mike's kind, empathetic, and gentle style of therapy was exactly what I needed to help me work through the grief, depression, confusion, fear, and anxiety that came with all the life changes that came with both these situations (moving out of a home from my ex-partner, redefining and interviewing for a new career, learning how to be on my own again, etc.). I worked with Mike for the last four months and he was the perfect therapist for my needs. I'm someone who is willing to try a lot of different things at once to 'fix' my own situation and as soon as I see some progress, I tend to stop doing the things that worked. With Mike's weekly guidance, worksheet suggestions, and encouragement, I felt like he was the anchor that I needed to keep to continue the things that worked - every week he made it a point to celebrate whatever win, uplifting effort I've done, and provided the exact words I needed to hear to work through whatever obstacle I had for the week. His therapy isn't style, but rather one that's like talking to with a non-pushy friend that somehow always says just the right words you need to hear to help you feel better without ever feeling prescriptive, directive, or demanding - something I really really appreciated and am grateful for. No issue felt too small or trivial to bring up. I'm so glad that BetterHelp allowed me the opportunity to connect with a therapist like Mike and I'm incredibly happy and grateful with the journey I've had with him. Highly recommend to others. Thank you Mike!

Reviewed April 2023

Mike has been great

Reviewed July 2021

So far so good. I have made a step forward.

Reviewed June 2020

Michael has been a very kind, empathetic, and supportive counselor. He has listened without judging and encourages me to when he feels I need it. I can’t recommend him enough.

Reviewed April 2020

Michael is very compassionate. Very comfortable with him. He is knowledgeable in grief work.

Reviewed January 2020

I chose a male counselor because I wanted to work on my healthy interactions with men and I am so happy it was Michael. I struggle with PTSD due to trauma from many different men in my life and I always feel safe with Michael. He has such a warm loving energy his care and concern as well as his support and encouragement all feel genuine. It took me years to finally get therapy and now I look forward to it!

Reviewed January 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michael Cummings offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michael Cummings works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Michael Cummings speak?

Michael Cummings speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michael Cummings have?

Michael Cummings has 3 years of experience.

Where is Michael Cummings licensed to practice?

Michael Cummings is licensed to practice in Kentucky.

Does Michael Cummings accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Michael Cummings accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Michael Cummings?

Michael Cummings can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Michael Cummings?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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