Michael Kolpinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Connecticut.
01About Michael
Michael Kolpinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Connecticut. He brings 19 years of clinical experience and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling to his work. He meets people where they are and focuses on practical steps that can make daily life easier.
Michael helps people who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood changes, anger, and low self-esteem. He also addresses abandonment and attachment concerns, communication problems, codependency, impulsivity, and grief related to divorce or end of life.
Background and approach
He uses straightforward language and a calm approach during sessions. In sessions he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. He also uses mindfulness practices to help people notice the moment and motivational interviewing to explore what matters most to them.
He adapts his methods to fit each person instead of following a fixed script. Michael is willing to bring some humor into sessions when it fits the situation. He aims to build a working relationship where people feel heard and can test new behaviors between meetings.
Practical tools and brief experiments are common parts of his work. Sessions are offered through a range of online formats so people can choose what fits their schedule and needs. He practices in Connecticut and conducts sessions in English.
02Credentials
- LPC (Connecticut)
- License 001758 · expires September 2026
- NPI
- 1144430919 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Michael names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Michael names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches for online work and practical change
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person in the room. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is heard, and helps people identify their own goals and choices. This approach helps when someone wants support that follows their pace and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches simple tools to test unhelpful beliefs and try different behaviors, which can reduce anxiety, low mood, and impulsive reactions. Mindfulness Therapy trains attention to the present moment and can help with worry, stress, and managing strong emotions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and tailor methods to the client's needs, goals, and preferences in a collaborative way. Decisions about techniques happen together and can change as progress is made.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to pick what fits their life. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation, phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text message check-ins are convenient for brief updates or scheduling. These options help make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into a busy routine.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar mood issues, and depression, plus related problems like abandonment, attachment issues, hoarding, and grief.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Michael uses a practical, down-to-earth style. He focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts, building new habits, and using mindfulness and motivational techniques.
What is his professional background?
He holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has 19 years of clinical work experience.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Connecticut LPC credential and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different schedules and needs.
How do fees and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; to start, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule based on therapist availability.
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