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Michael Woosley, LCSW

  • Experience29 years
  • LocationMissouri
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Michael

Michael Woosley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with 29 years of clinical experience. He has worked across independent practice, psychiatric centers, youth treatment programs, and community agencies, bringing broad exposure to complex emotional and behavioral concerns.

Background and approach

Michael blends a humanistic stance with practical, evidence-informed methods to address issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy challenges, and attention-related concerns including ADHD. His approach is grounded in listening and collaboration; he pairs a down-to-earth manner with a wide familiarity with therapeutic models.

Michael draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered work, existential perspectives, and mindfulness practices, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. He aims to help clients develop practical coping skills while exploring meaning, values, and behavioral change.

Clients can expect a therapist who combines clinical knowledge with empathy, focusing on real-world strategies for managing stress, mood disorders, compulsive behaviors, and life transitions. Michael accepts international clients and offers multiple remote session formats to fit varied schedules and preferences.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and patterns, teaching practical skills to reduce distress and change behavior in areas like mood disorders, panic, and compulsive behaviors. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and creating a nonjudgmental space where the client’s own goals and insights drive progress.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Michael will work with each person to explore what methods resonate, adjust techniques as therapy unfolds, and prioritize goals that reflect the client’s values and needs rather than assuming a single path up front.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy or geographically dispersed lives. These remote formats provide flexibility in scheduling, allow continuity of care when travel or relocation occurs, and make it simpler to access licensed professionals from different locations.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma-related problems.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
Michael uses a humanistic, collaborative stance combined with practical techniques from approaches like ACT, CBT, and mindfulness to help clients build skills and explore meaning.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has 29 years of experience working in independent practice, psychiatric centers, youth treatment programs, and community agencies, giving him broad exposure to complex clinical presentations.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
He holds the credential LCSW with licence MO LCSW 002982 and practices from Missouri.
Can people who live outside the United States work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions remotely to accommodate different locations.
Which session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit varying schedules and communication preferences.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are part of a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

29+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English

What Michael can help with

Michael Woosley works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, and depression.

Michael works with depression, grief, anxiety, and addictions.

How Michael approaches therapy

Michael's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Michael is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Missouri.