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Mike Cockson

Therapist
4 years of experience
33 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Men's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m Mike, a a counselor who’s real, action-oriented, and here to help you take back control. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or feeling stuck in your career or relationships, I meet you where you are without judgment or fluff. My background as both a therapist and executive recruiter gives me a unique lens into performance pressure, identity, and the stress of trying to keep it all together on the outside while struggling on the inside.

Therapy with me is about being honest, getting clear, and taking real steps toward change. If you’ve ever felt like traditional therapy didn’t quite "get you," you’re not alone. This space is different. Let’s get to the root of what’s going on and build something stronger from there.

My approach to therapy

My approach is straightforward, supportive, and focused on results. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. I meet you where you are and help you take clear, intentional steps toward where you want to be. I use practical tools and deeper emotional work to help you get unstuck, feel more in control, and start creating real change.

I pull from solution-focused therapy, CBT, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which can help shift the emotional weight tied to trauma, anxiety, or negative beliefs. I also integrate parts work when it fits the moment.

We’ll focus on what’s working, figure out what’s in your way, and tap into strengths you already have — even if you’ve lost sight of them. You won’t just be talking about change. You’ll be living it.

What you can expect from me

You can expect clarity, support, and a clear next step. We’ll cut through the noise, get to the root of what’s holding you back, and build a plan that actually works in your real life. Whether we’re working through anxiety, trauma, or just that stuck feeling, you won’t be spinning in circles. You’ll leave sessions with tools you can use right away and a sense that you're moving forward.

My goal is for you to feel more grounded, more capable, and more connected to who you really are. Sometimes that means tackling the hard stuff directly. Other times it means slowing down and tuning into what your mind and body are trying to tell you. Either way, you’ll have someone in your corner helping you get there.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Energetic, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Maryville University, Bachelor of Science
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Missouri)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Optum Medicaid MO, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Men's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, OCD, Family issues, Anger management, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Relational, Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    439 South Kirkwood Road Ste 208
    Kirkwood, MO 63122