Michael Cummings, LCSW
Kentucky LCSW for anxiety and relationships
- Anxiety and stress
- Addiction and recovery
- Couples and family
About Michael Cummings
Michael Cummings makes his home in Kentucky and draws on deep ties to the Appalachian region in both his life and his work. He finds renewal outdoors in the mountains and brings a grounded, approachable presence into the therapeutic space. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), he blends practical experience and professional training to create individualized care that fits each person's needs.
His therapeutic stance is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. He is an active therapist who mixes creativity and a sense of humor with a realistic, down-to-earth approach. Michael tailors treatment by drawing from a range of methods rather than relying on a single model, adjusting techniques to the situation and the individual.
His practice includes work with depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, stress management, adjustment issues, trauma, sleep disturbances, substance abuse, and grief. He commonly uses cognitive-behavioral strategies and acceptance-based work for general mental health concerns, applies behavioral family therapy for relationship and family issues, uses S.M.A.R.T. recovery methods for substance-use concerns, and incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia when addressing sleep problems.
Past roles include service on an Institutional Review Board for a federal agency, serving as a Kentucky Board of Social Work clinical supervisor, working as a healthcare ethics consultant, providing 13 years of clinical care for military veterans and their families within federal and state systems, and two years as a bereavement counselor for hospice patients and families. This combination of clinical, supervisory, and ethical experience informs his practical, client-focused approach.
His therapeutic stance is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. He is an active therapist who mixes creativity and a sense of humor with a realistic, down-to-earth approach. Michael tailors treatment by drawing from a range of methods rather than relying on a single model, adjusting techniques to the situation and the individual.
His practice includes work with depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, stress management, adjustment issues, trauma, sleep disturbances, substance abuse, and grief. He commonly uses cognitive-behavioral strategies and acceptance-based work for general mental health concerns, applies behavioral family therapy for relationship and family issues, uses S.M.A.R.T. recovery methods for substance-use concerns, and incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia when addressing sleep problems.
Past roles include service on an Institutional Review Board for a federal agency, serving as a Kentucky Board of Social Work clinical supervisor, working as a healthcare ethics consultant, providing 13 years of clinical care for military veterans and their families within federal and state systems, and two years as a bereavement counselor for hospice patients and families. This combination of clinical, supervisory, and ethical experience informs his practical, client-focused approach.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Communication problemsGuilt and shameLife purposeSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael Cummings have?
Michael Cummings has 20 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Michael Cummings a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details - KY LCSW 3792.
In which languages does Michael Cummings provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Michael Cummings located?
He is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Michael Cummings as my therapist?
You can work with Michael Cummings through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael Cummings work with international clients?
Yes. Michael Cummings works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael Cummings 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 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.
Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take action aligned with their values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions where finding direction and meaning is important.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and changing behaviors that maintain distress. It is commonly applied to anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and many day-to-day challenges where practical skills and structured strategies can make a difference.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own capacity for growth. This approach can be particularly helpful when building self-esteem, navigating life changes, or working through relationship and grief issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael Cummings works collaboratively with clients to explore their needs, goals, and preferences and to select or combine methods used by licensed professionals to best fit each situation.
Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to maintain continuity of care across locations, and to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the client.