Peggy Cahue-Kuipers , LPC

Peggy Cahue-Kuipers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan with 16 years of clinical experience supporting people through stressful and life-changing moments. She works with adults facing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, addictions, parenting concerns, grief, trauma, and difficulties adjusting to new circumstances, helping them identify solutions and move toward their goals. Her approach blends person-centered principles with evidence-based methods - including cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness practices, and elements of Internal Family Systems - and she has received training in EMDR to address trauma-related symptoms.

Peggy views therapy as a collaborative, time-invested process that asks for courage and commitment from the person seeking help. She emphasizes a holistic perspective that treats each person with dignity and respect, aiming to create a constructive space where clients can explore patterns, build coping skills, and increase emotional resilience. Her work focuses on practical outcomes that allow people to regain balance, improve relationships, and pursue a fuller life.

With experience across a range of concerns including stress, self-esteem, family dynamics, and addictions, Peggy combines warmth and professional rigor to guide clients through change and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is useful for stress, anxiety, and situations where avoidance has become limiting. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the client’s own capacity for growth - it can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and improving relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and coping skills development.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Peggy works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and life context, and together they determine which methods or combination of methods fit best for the work at hand. This partnership helps tailor sessions to individual needs and supports steady progress.

Online therapy provides flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to engage in regular therapy from home or elsewhere, make scheduling easier around work and family responsibilities, and support continuity of care when life changes or travel make in-person visits difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt these modalities to suit different communication styles and treatment goals.