Michael Ziegler , LPC, LCPC

Michael Ziegler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with post-graduate training in a range of clinical therapies, including trauma-focused methods and cognitive-behavioral approaches. He helps people who are struggling with difficult moods, confusing feelings, and behaviors that have created doubt about themselves and their relationships. Rather than leaving those experiences unmanaged, he works to clarify what a person wants and to identify practical steps that move them closer to a more satisfying life.

His background includes child-focused family therapy and work with law enforcement, first responders, and people adjusting to life after incarceration. He has assisted individuals and families who are processing painful memories and who are navigating challenges in parenting, relationships, and everyday functioning. Michael draws from Reality Therapy to examine what clients really want and whether current choices are helping them reach those goals, then supports adjustments in thinking and behavior that promote progress.

He regularly integrates trauma-focused tools, most notably Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), alongside Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other cognitive-behavioral strategies to match each person’s needs. Michael combines clinical training and practical skills to tailor an approach for the unique circumstances and goals of each person he works with.

Applying EMDR, DBT, and CBT in online therapy

Michael often uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help people process and reduce the impact of traumatic memories. EMDR guides attention while revisiting distressing memories so that painful thoughts and sensations can be reframed and integrated in a less disruptive way. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building practical skills - such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - to manage overwhelming feelings and improve relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers concrete strategies to shift thinking patterns and actions that contribute to anxiety, depression, or problematic habits.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Michael works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so the plan reflects what is most helpful for the individual.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and therapists can also connect through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when life changes, and access licensed professionals from a distance while using evidence-based approaches.