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Michael Rehg

Growth-focused counselor using evidence-informed methods

LPC Missouri

Experience
9 years in practice
Focus areas
Family, Grief, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Michael

Michael Rehg is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri who centers his work on cognitive behavioral principles while integrating client-centered values.

Background and approach

He draws on nine years of overall experience to help people understand how beliefs and patterns shape thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and he uses that perspective to set practical goals and skills for change.

Michael emphasizes compassion, respect, and openness in the therapeutic relationship and supports clients working through issues like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, and stress-related challenges. His approach is informed by a range of methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered techniques, EMDR, narrative, and solution-focused strategies, which he adapts to each person’s needs.

Michael has provided individual, group, and family therapy in community mental health and school-based roles, and he has experience with topics such as parenting, intimacy-related concerns, ADHD, attachment issues, sexual health and kink-affirming matters, body image, and men's issues.

He invites clients who are ready to pursue clearer goals and improved coping to begin a collaborative process aimed at greater well-being.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online care

Michael commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered practices to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical skills to change behaviors and emotional responses, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration so the therapist follows the client's pace and priorities while supporting self-directed growth.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Michael will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs and preferences, and adjust strategies over time so the plan reflects what actually helps the client feel and function better.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to attend from home or work, allow for a mix of real-time and written interaction, and support continuity of care even when in-person visits are difficult.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Michael address?
He works with a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, family and relationship problems, stress, anger, parenting difficulties, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues among others.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style blends cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered values, and he may also draw on EMDR, narrative, and solution-focused strategies to tailor care to each person.
What is his clinical background and experience?
Michael has nine years of overall experience and has provided individual, group, and family therapy in community mental health and school-based settings.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is licensed as an LPC in Missouri with the license number MO LPC 2017031897 and practices from that state.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
He offers multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsGriefAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMen's issuesSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English