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Jeffrey Gowing, LPC
Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anxiety and Sexuality Issues
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- LGBT and sexuality focus
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Gowing is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan with eight years of clinical experience. He focuses on issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, and sexuality-related matters. He also notes work with LGBT concerns, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, polyamory and kink-related topics.
He trained first in criminal justice and psychology at Michigan State University, then completed a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He describes counseling as a collaborative process that needs regular attendance and effort from both people in the room. He asks clients to commit to the work so progress can be made.
Jeffrey emphasizes how thoughts and perceptions shape reactions. He guides people to notice unhelpful thinking patterns and to test new ways of responding. This often includes looking at how physical symptoms and emotions connect to those thoughts.
His approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on changing thinking and behavior patterns, with Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and the client’s own goals. He uses these methods with adults who want concrete, structured ways to manage day-to-day problems.
He is a member of professional groups such as the American Counseling Association and the World Professional Association for Transgender Health. He has also served on the board of SAIGE, a division of the American Counseling Association.
Sessions aim to be practical and focused. People who prefer a straightforward, skill-based way to handle anxiety, anger, life changes, or sexual and gender concerns may find his style useful.
How his approaches translate to online work
Jeffrey uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions tend to include concrete exercises, homework between meetings, and step-by-step plans to address anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship concerns.He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which centers the client’s goals and listening. This approach supports people who want to set their own priorities and work at a steady pace while the therapist provides guidance and feedback.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss goals, preferred ways of working, and what techniques feel practical. That collaborative process helps decide how to combine CBT techniques and client-led conversation in session.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and reduce travel time. They also let people use therapy from different locations and can make it simpler to schedule around work or caregiving commitments.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and a range of sexuality and gender concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He helps people notice thought patterns that affect feelings and behavior, then tries practical exercises to change responses and reduce symptoms.
What is his clinical background?
He holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has eight years of counseling experience.
What credential and location apply to his practice?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor with licensure in Virginia and Michigan, and he practices out of Michigan.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients.
How are sessions billed and priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.
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