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Michael Gusack, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Talkspace

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At a glance

Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Talkspace.

FSA/HSA accepted
Great news, Michael is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Colorado and Florida

More about Michael

  • 36 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMHC

Michael Gusack, MA, LPC, LMHC.Michael helps individuals with Chronic Illness who are tired of being frustrated and disappointed with their limitations. Master the skills needed to live with creative confidence and freedom. Michael also specializes in helping people with anxiety and those confronting life transitions. Address these challenges with his proven process to create a satisfying and uncompromised life. Michael, is a published author with 30+ years of experience. A relaxed style makes his approach to cognitive behavioral medicine an eye opening and solution oriented experience.

Specialties

Anxiety Chronic pain Life coaching

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Allegiance
  • Afterwood Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Indiana
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
  • Asuris
  • AvMed
  • Florida Blue
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • BridgeSpan
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • District 9
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Choice Health
  • Health First
  • Health Management Administrators
  • HealthSelect of Texas
  • Horizon NJ
  • Intercultural Physicians Network
  • Kelsey Care
  • LifeWise
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Meritain
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
  • Premera Blue Cross of Washington
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Sutter Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Tyson Health Plan
  • UMR
  • Ventura County Health Care Plan
  • Western Health Advantage

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
  • Trauma focused

Licenses

Michael Gusack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548285158.

  • LMHC · Colorado
  • LMHC · Florida

About online healthcare

Affordable.
Pay a simple copay with insurance (often $30 or less). No insurance? Self-pay plans start around $69 per week with predictable pricing.
Convenient.
Get support on your terms. Message your therapist anytime and schedule live video, audio, or chat sessions when you need real-time care.
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Talkspace makes professional mental health care easy to access and easy to fit into your life. Whether you prefer ongoing messaging support or live therapy sessions, Talkspace connects you with licensed providers through a secure, easy-to-use platform. With flexible formats, insurance coverage, and proven effectiveness, Talkspace offers a modern alternative to traditional in-person therapy.

Get started today and take the first step toward feeling better.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michael Gusack offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michael Gusack works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Michael Gusack speak?

Michael Gusack speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michael Gusack have?

Michael Gusack has 36 years of experience.

Where is Michael Gusack licensed to practice?

Michael Gusack is licensed to practice in Colorado and Florida.

Does Michael Gusack accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Michael Gusack accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Michael Gusack accept insurance?

Yes, Michael Gusack accepts Aetna, Alignment Health Plan, Allegiance, Afterwood Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross California, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Indiana, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, Asuris, AvMed, Florida Blue, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross of Idaho, BridgeSpan, Anthem, Cigna, ConnectiCare, District 9, EmblemHealth, First Choice Health, Health First, Health Management Administrators, HealthSelect of Texas, Horizon NJ, Intercultural Physicians Network, Kelsey Care, LifeWise, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Medica, Medicare, Meritain, Optum, Oscar Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Premera Blue Cross of Washington, Providence Health Plan, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Sutter Health Plan, Tricare, Tyson Health Plan, UMR, Ventura County Health Care Plan, and Western Health Advantage.

Does Michael Gusack accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Michael Gusack accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Michael Gusack offer?

Michael Gusack offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Michael Gusack?

Michael Gusack can be engaged in any one of three ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, or (3) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Michael Gusack?

Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.