Michael Ziegler, LPC, LCPC
Licensed counselor specializing in trauma and mood concerns
- Trauma-focused care
- Skills-based therapy
- Experience with first responders
About Michael Ziegler
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions, memories, or circumstances become hard to understand and manage. Michael Ziegler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 12 years of clinical experience who supports people navigating those difficult moments. He approaches care with post-graduate training in trauma-focused therapies, cognitive and behavioral methods, and other clinical techniques tailored to each person’s needs.
Michael draws on a range of approaches to help people move forward. He primarily uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address persistent traumatic memories and related cognitive patterns, and he integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to develop balanced thinking and practical coping skills. He also employs cognitive behavioral strategies and elements of Reality Therapy, which clarify goals, examine current behaviors, and guide changes that align actions with what a person truly wants.
His background includes child-focused family therapy and work with law enforcement, first responders, people adjusting to life after prison, and individuals facing relationship, mood, or behavioral challenges. Michael routinely combines techniques from different models to meet the unique needs of each person, aiming to reduce barriers to daily functioning and support growth. He values collaborative, skills-based work that helps people create more satisfying lives.
Michael draws on a range of approaches to help people move forward. He primarily uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address persistent traumatic memories and related cognitive patterns, and he integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to develop balanced thinking and practical coping skills. He also employs cognitive behavioral strategies and elements of Reality Therapy, which clarify goals, examine current behaviors, and guide changes that align actions with what a person truly wants.
His background includes child-focused family therapy and work with law enforcement, first responders, people adjusting to life after prison, and individuals facing relationship, mood, or behavioral challenges. Michael routinely combines techniques from different models to meet the unique needs of each person, aiming to reduce barriers to daily functioning and support growth. He values collaborative, skills-based work that helps people create more satisfying lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael Ziegler have?
Michael Ziegler has 12 years of experience.
Is Michael Ziegler a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LPC and LCPC. License details are MO LPC 2016025948 and ME LCPC CC6849.
In which languages does Michael Ziegler provide therapy?
Michael Ziegler provides therapy in English.
Where is Michael Ziegler located?
Michael Ziegler is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Michael Ziegler as my therapist?
You can work with Michael Ziegler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael Ziegler work with international clients?
Michael Ziegler does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael Ziegler cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care
Michael frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical strategies for mood, anxiety, and behavior change, making it useful for issues like depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. He also employs Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills that support more effective responses to intense feelings and relationship challenges. For trauma that continues to affect daily functioning, he uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help process distressing memories and reduce their hold on present-day thinking and reactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works collaboratively with each person to explore goals, preferences, and symptom patterns, tailoring techniques and combining methods as needed to find the best fit for that individual’s situation.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for engaging in this work. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, licensed professionals can provide consistent support without the need for travel, making it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other responsibilities. These options also allow continuity of care when life circumstances change, while still focusing on effective, evidence-informed treatment strategies.