Therapist profile
Michael Cotter, LPC
Missouri
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Addictions
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Missouri / 2017023723
- NPI1013427657
- Experience3 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMissouri
About
- Anger management
- Addiction support
- CBT and EMDR
About Michael
Michael Cotter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with three years of LPC experience. He works with adults who are dealing with anger, addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and related struggles such as self-esteem and grief.
Michael focuses on practical steps people can use when emotions run high. He uses client-centered and solution-focused methods, and draws on cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to address patterns of thinking and behavior. He also works with trauma-related concerns and has training that includes EMDR approaches and trauma-focused methods.
Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented. Michael aims to help people identify triggers, test new ways of responding, and develop clearer communication with people in their lives. He also addresses addiction-related problems and how those problems affect mood, relationships, and daily functioning.
He speaks about his own experience with struggle and recovery, and that informs a practical, nonjudgmental style. Michael combines short-term skills work with deeper trauma processing when needed. He encourages direct conversation about what is working and what needs to change.
For people juggling work, parenting, or caregiving, he helps map changes that fit into everyday life. Michael asks clients to try concrete experiments between sessions and reviews progress together to adjust plans if needed.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and aligning goals with what matters to the client. It helps people feel heard and shapes the agenda around their priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep anger and anxiety active and teaches practical skills to change those patterns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused tool that aims to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and related reactions when those memories are maintaining strong emotional responses.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about their goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. This is a collaborative process where the client and therapist pick strategies together and review progress regularly.
Specific session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make scheduling easier, allow for shorter check-ins during a lunch break, reduce travel time, and let people use tools and worksheets during sessions. Licensed professionals can also blend skills practice and trauma work across sessions so progress fits into everyday life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he work with?
He supports adults dealing with snapping, built-up resentment, frustration at work, and anger linked to relationship or family stress.
What is his general approach or style in sessions?
He uses client-centered and solution-focused work with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to try practical changes and clearer thinking.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He holds an LPC credential with three years of LPC experience and additional background working in addiction services.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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