Michael Kubiak , LMSW

Michael Kubiak is a licensed therapist practicing in Michigan who supports people facing complex emotional challenges. He holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - a master's-level social work credential that reflects his clinical training and commitment to professional practice.

He uses compassionate, evidence-based strategies to address conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction, helping clients find practical ways to manage symptoms and regain balance. He also works with individuals navigating difficult life transitions, relationship conflicts, and obstacles to personal growth.

Michael focuses on empowering people to build healthier coping skills, strengthen communication, and reconnect with a sense of purpose and self-worth. His work covers stress management, social anxiety, workplace-related difficulties, and family dynamics, with particular attention to the needs of older adults, veterans, and those living with chronic health concerns.

He aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, increase resilience, and pursue meaningful change. Michael approaches therapy as a partnership, walking alongside clients as they work toward stronger, more satisfying connections with themselves and others.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy is grounded in empathy and respect, focusing on the client's own goals and pace. It helps people explore feelings, increase self-understanding, and make decisions that align with their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress through skill-building and structured practice. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused attention and acceptance skills that can reduce reactivity and improve coping with chronic stress, difficult emotions, and relapse triggers.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel heard and involved in treatment decisions.

Online therapy with Michael offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access care around work, family, or health obligations. These options allow for consistent work on goals and skills from familiar settings while maintaining regular contact with licensed professionals and therapists who support recovery and growth.