- CBT focused
- Mindfulness skills
- Goal oriented
About Michael
Michael Kolpinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut with 19 years of clinical experience. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Michael focuses on helping men and others navigate stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and bipolar mood challenges.
He uses practical, talk-based work that looks at how thoughts affect feelings and behavior. Sessions often include identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of responding. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered approaches and adapts them to each person's needs.
Michael also incorporates mindfulness skills to help manage intense feelings and Motivational Interviewing to support change when needed. He aims for straightforward strategies clients can use between sessions. Humor is used when it fits the moment to build rapport and ease difficult conversations.
People come for help with relationship strains, communication problems, guilt and shame, abandonment and attachment concerns, or struggles like hoarding and impulsivity. He also supports those coping with grief, hospice and end-of-life questions, and co-occurring issues that complicate recovery.
Work with Michael begins by clarifying goals and trying small, achievable steps. He emphasizes collaboration so each person leaves with tangible tools. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before scheduling.
Approaches that translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The therapist offers empathy and helps clients set goals that feel meaningful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior; it teaches practical exercises to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce reactivity and improve coping with strong emotions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which tools to try first based on goals and preferences. That may mean trying CBT exercises, practicing short mindfulness skills between sessions, or blending styles to see what helps most.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can guide pacing, assign practical exercises to practice between meetings, and adjust methods so sessions fit your day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
19+ years
Credentials
Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and bipolar mood symptoms, plus issues like attachment, impulsivity, hoarding, grief, and communication problems.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and conversational. He looks at thoughts and behaviors, practices skills, and keeps work focused on clear, achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 19 years of clinical counseling experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Connecticut.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy process with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.