Dr. Michael Cundiff, LPC

Dr. Michael Cundiff brings 45 years of experience to therapy and aims to make the first step feel manageable. He uses a straightforward, relationship-based approach and invites people to set goals together. Sessions are usually forty-five minutes, though timing can be adjusted to meet different needs.

He focuses on common life stresses such as anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship strain. He also helps with addiction concerns, eating and sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and career challenges. Aging and geriatric issues are listed among his additional focus areas.

Michael describes his work as client-centered, meaning the relationship guides the process and goals are developed together. He also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to look at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Mindfulness and narrative approaches are part of his toolbox when they suit a person's situation.

Practical matters are addressed directly in sessions. He encourages people to move at their own pace and to bring their questions as they arise. He monitors messages several times daily and answers them as promptly as possible.

Session scheduling and further background details are available on his profile, and he asks people to confirm any session format preferences before booking. If timing or format needs to change, he is open to adjusting to support engagement.

How his approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the relationship between person and therapist. It emphasizes listening, respect, and working together to set goals and next steps. This style helps when someone wants a supportive space to talk and decide what to change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and simple experiments to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful habits. Mindfulness Therapy teaches brief attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve present-moment focus.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and which methods feel useful, and then try options together to see what fits best.

Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the profile asks people to check current options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit work on stress, grief, aging-related concerns, or caregiving strain into a busy life because sessions can be scheduled without travel. Some formats are better for shorter check-ins or for people who prefer fewer visual demands, while others may support deeper, longer work. Ask about session length and format so appointments line up with daily routines.