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Prof. Michael McGaugh, LPC

Missouri LPC focused on practical coping skills
  • CBT and solution focused
  • Trauma and grief
  • Accepts international clients

About Prof. Michael McGaugh

Prof. Michael McGaugh brings more than two decades of experience in the field of mental health services. He has worked as an adult case manager in community support services and served as an intake specialist, though he finds the most reward in his work as a mental health counselor helping people reframe problems and make constructive changes in their lives.

He holds advanced degrees in psychology and mental health counseling and holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - which reflects professional training and state licensure in counseling. From his education and varied roles, he has found cognitive behavioral therapy and positive-centered approaches, along with solution-based therapy, to be effective tools for helping people become more mindful and build practical coping skills.

He focuses on empowering individuals to make healthier decisions and to overcome personal challenges by promoting new perspectives, skillful coping, and greater self-awareness that support longer-term wellbeing.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCodependencyDivorce and separationEmptinessForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Prof. Michael McGaugh have?

Prof. Michael McGaugh has 22 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Prof. Michael McGaugh a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential. License details are MO LPC 2012019367.

In which languages does Prof. Michael McGaugh provide therapy?

Prof. Michael McGaugh provides therapy in English.

Where is Prof. Michael McGaugh located?

He is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Prof. Michael McGaugh as my therapist?

You can work with Prof. Michael McGaugh through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Prof. Michael McGaugh work with international clients?

Yes, Prof. Michael McGaugh works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Prof. Michael McGaugh 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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.

Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to fit ongoing care into a busy life.

Licensed professionals deliver online therapy, and clients may switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, remote counseling offers an accessible and effective way to work on mental health and wellbeing with trained therapists.

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