Michael Kolpinski, LPC

Michael Kolpinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut with 19 years of clinical experience. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He works with adults coping with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar concerns, and depression.

Michael helps people who also face issues like abandonment, attachment struggles, codependency, communication problems, dissociation, and impulsivity. He supports those dealing with divorce and separation, guilt and shame, hoarding, and end-of-life or hospice concerns. He lists both common mood concerns and more complex co-morbid presentations as areas he addresses.

In sessions he relies on approaches that focus on thought patterns and practical steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a frequent tool, used to identify and alter unhelpful thinking that fuels difficult feelings and reactions. He also draws from client-centered and solution-focused ideas to keep conversations grounded and practical.

Michael uses mindfulness strategies and motivational interviewing when they fit the work, and brings a direct but personable style. He sometimes uses humor to ease tension and to build rapport. He aims to keep sessions clear and action-oriented so people can try new ways of responding to anger, stress, or anxiety between meetings.

People who are worn down by repeated outbursts, long-smoldering resentment, or mounting work stress often look for this kind of straightforward approach. Readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking.

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