LPC, LCPC

Michael Ziegler , LPC, LCPC

Therapist in Missouri

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About Michael

Michael Ziegler is a licensed counselor who blends practical skills and trauma-informed care to help people move past the difficulties that keep them stuck. He holds LPC and LCPC credentials - LPC standing for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCPC indicating a licensed clinical counseling credential - and has post-graduate training in a range of therapeutic approaches. He works with people facing challenges in mood, behavior, relationships, and parenting, and helps clients process and resolve memories of traumatic experiences that continue to cause pain and disruption.

His background includes child-focused family therapy and work with law enforcement, first responders, and individuals adjusting to life after prison, giving him experience across a variety of life circumstances. Michael draws from trauma-focused therapies as well as cognitive and behavioral methods to tailor treatment to each person. He frequently uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address persistent trauma-related symptoms and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to build balanced thinking and practical skills for managing emotions and relationships.

Michael also integrates Reality Therapy principles to help clarify what clients truly want, examine whether current actions align with those goals, and develop concrete changes in thought and behavior to move toward a more satisfying life. He approaches each case with flexibility and a focus on measurable progress, supporting people through healing and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Healing and Growth

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy that helps people process distressing memories by integrating those memories in ways that reduce their emotional intensity and the impact they have on daily life. EMDR is often used for trauma-related symptoms and persistent troubling memories. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for people who struggle with intense emotions or relationship difficulties because it combines acceptance with skillful change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and teaches strategies to change thinking and behavior to improve mood and functioning; it is widely used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michael collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they experiment with techniques and adjust the plan as progress unfolds, keeping the work practical and goal-focused.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access care from home or during busy days. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver many of the same techniques used in person and support consistent, ongoing work toward meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Michael Ziegler have?

Michael Ziegler has 12 years of experience.

Is Michael Ziegler a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials LPC and LCPC. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCPC denotes a licensed clinical professional counseling credential. License details include MO LPC 2016025948 and ME LCPC CC6849.

In which languages does Michael Ziegler provide therapy?

Michael Ziegler provides therapy in English.

Where is Michael Ziegler located?

Michael Ziegler is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Michael Ziegler as my therapist?

You can work with Michael Ziegler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michael Ziegler work with international clients?

Michael Ziegler does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michael Ziegler cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Missouri, Maine

Languages

English

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