Michael Mudgett , LPC

Michael Mudgett is a licensed counselor with 18 years of experience who works with adults 17 years and older, couples, and families to strengthen communication and connection. He creates a warm, interactive space where people can explore patterns that affect intimacy, friendship, marriage, work relationships, and family life. He teaches listening and communication skills to help clients repair misunderstandings, reduce conflict, and rebuild trust while attending to the personal struggles that arise across the lifespan.

His practice focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, sleep and eating problems, parenting and family conflicts, and difficulties with self-esteem and intimacy. He also supports people facing major life changes, career transitions, compassion fatigue, and co-occurring mood concerns like depression and bipolar symptoms. Michael helps those who have limited insight into their role in interpersonal problems to develop greater awareness and more effective ways of relating.

Michael blends evidence-informed approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to tailor treatment to each person or couple. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - a credential that denotes training and state licensure to provide mental health care. He describes his style as respectful, sensitive, and compassionate, and he frames therapy as a collaborative journey alongside each individual. A Christian and ordained minister who pastored for 12 years and helped found a church, he also integrates spiritual mindfulness for those who wish to explore meaning and purpose as part of their healing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michael often draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility so they can act in ways that matter even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions because it focuses on meaningful action rather than symptom avoidance.

He also uses client-centered therapy, a person-focused approach that emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration. This method supports emotional processing and strengthens self-understanding, which can be especially helpful for relationship issues, grief, and identity concerns.

In addition, cognitive-behavioral techniques are used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT strategies often help with anxiety, depression, sleep and eating disturbances, and managing urges related to addictions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works collaboratively with each person or couple to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life context, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from home or elsewhere. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, focused work through these formats while supporting clients in real-world coping and relationship improvements.