Michael Kolpinski, LPC

Michael Kolpinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing 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. Michael focuses on helping people who are struggling with mood and anxiety concerns, including depression, bipolar symptoms, panic, and stress-related problems.

He addresses issues that often show up alongside mood and anxiety, such as anger, low self-esteem, attachment and abandonment concerns, codependency, and communication problems. He also works with people facing difficult life transitions like divorce and end-of-life matters. Michael helps people talk through symptoms like dissociation, impulsivity, hoarding, and guilt or shame.

Michael favors practical, thought-focused approaches. He commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at how thoughts affect feelings and actions. He also draws on Client-Centered methods to tailor sessions to each person and to build a collaborative relationship.

Sessions emphasize clear goals and practical steps. He says humor can be useful, when appropriate, to ease tension and build rapport. Michael adapts his style to the person in front of him and focuses on what will help each client make steady progress.

If someone is unsure where to start, he helps people set small, achievable goals and checks in on progress each week. His approach is grounded in everyday language and practical techniques rather than technical terms.

How Michael’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s needs and goals, with the therapist following the client’s lead and adapting the pace. It helps when someone wants a collaborative conversation about what feels most important to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, depression, and midlife stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael will help figure out which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made or new challenges appear.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also can suit people who prefer talking without being on camera or who need a quieter setting during a lunch break. Ask about formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions match your life and goals.