- Client-centered approach
- Collaborative goal setting
- Practical session length
About Michael
Dr. Michael Cundiff is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri with 45 years of experience. He greets each person who reaches out with a calm, straightforward approach. He aims to make the first step feel manageable and respectful of personal pace.
He prefers 45-minute sessions for many clients but can adjust session length when needed. He checks messages several times each day and encourages questions before or between sessions. Communication is described as prompt and responsive to practical needs.
In sessions he follows a client-centered approach, which means the conversation and relationship guide what comes next. He helps people set goals together and work toward solutions that fit their life. That makes the work collaborative rather than prescriptive.
He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to identify patterns that keep problems going, and on mindfulness methods to build focus and calm. Motivational interviewing and narrative therapy are used when people want to explore values, change motivation, or reframe life stories.
Dr. Cundiff lists a wide range of concerns he supports, including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, parenting and fatherhood issues, intimacy and relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and career or life transitions. He notes additional focus areas such as abandonment, attachment, caregiving stress, and codependency. People looking for practical, conversational help often find this style useful.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Cundiff uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on building a supportive working relationship and following the client's lead. This helps when people want practical help and a space to talk through goals and decisions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is used to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress by giving concrete steps to test in daily life. Mindfulness therapy helps people increase present-moment focus and reduce reactivity through simple attention exercises and breathing practices.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels useful, then try methods that match those priorities. Adjustments are expected over time as progress and needs are discussed together.
The therapist's original profile notes video, email, and chat as virtual formats, and also mentions 45-minute sessions as a common length while remaining flexible. If you want an exact list of session formats and lengths for booking, confirm current options before scheduling. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people choose whether to use video or a lower-bandwidth option based on what works best for them.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
45+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He lists many areas including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and career or life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered, relationship-based style where therapist and client set goals together. He also incorporates approaches like cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative methods depending on needs.
What is his professional background?
He has 45 years of experience as a clinician and practices in Missouri as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He is based in Missouri and holds the LPC credential as listed in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted for online work?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.