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Michael Ruberton, LCSW
Missouri
LCSW - Anxiety and Trauma
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Michael
Michael Ruberton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri with over 40 years of practice. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Michael uses straightforward methods to help people notice patterns and try different responses.
He has provided counseling in office, home-based, and institutional settings. His background includes work with adults and experience related to trauma and mood disorders. That history shapes how he assesses problems and plans next steps with each person.
Michael draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with client-centered and existential approaches. He also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques when they fit the goal. In sessions he emphasizes listening first, then offering practical strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
People who come to him often want concrete ways to manage emotions, reduce anxiety, address addiction patterns, or cope with major life changes. He pays attention to how people describe their difficulties and works collaboratively to set clear, manageable goals.
Sessions tend to focus on what can be tried between meetings - small experiments, new routines, and thought records. Progress is checked regularly and plans are adjusted as needed. Michael aims for direct, steady work rather than long, abstract conversations.
How CBT and related methods are used in online sessions
Michael commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions, then try small experiments to change patterns. CBT is practical and works well for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation issues.He also uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening closely to what the person says and supporting them to set their own goals. Existential therapy can be used to address meaning, values, and big life questions when those topics come up.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also allow people to work from a quieter location or avoid being on camera if that helps them focus.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and related mood disorders.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving. Sessions often include short exercises and between-session practice.
What is his professional background?
He has over 40 years of experience working in office, home-based, and institutional settings, with a focus on trauma and mood disorders among adults.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Missouri.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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